In a significant step towards strengthening grassroots electoral processes, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a two-day capacity-building programme for over 400 frontline election officials from Jharkhand. Held at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) in New Delhi, the programme was inaugurated by Chief…
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Prime Minister Applauds GeM Platform for Promoting Transparency, Inclusion, and Economic Empowerment
In a heartfelt endorsement of transparent and inclusive governance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an insightful article on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform, authored by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal. The Prime Minister praised the platform for transforming public procurement through digital innovation, bringing greater accountability,…
Operation Olivia: Indian Coast Guard Safeguards Nearly 7 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles Along Odisha Coast
In a heartening stride toward marine conservation, the Indian Coast Guard’s annual initiative ‘Operation Olivia’ has successfully protected over 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles along the Odisha coastline during their mass nesting at the Rushikulya river mouth in February 2025. This remarkable achievement highlights the dedication of the Coast Guard…
President Droupadi Murmu Pays Respectful Tribute to Former President Neelam Sanjiva Reddy on His Birth Anniversary
In a solemn and respectful gesture, President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes to Shri Neelam Sanjiva Reddy on the occasion of his birth anniversary at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. Remembered as a dignified statesman and the sixth President of India, Shri Reddy’s contributions to the nation continue to…
HAL Stock in Spotlight After Q4 Results: Brokerages Show Confidence Despite Challenges
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) finds itself under close investor watch following the release of its Q4 results for FY2024-25. Although the company reported a dip in profits, market analysts continue to show strong faith in the state-run defence giant, emphasizing its long-term potential and robust order book. In the fourth…
Joe Biden Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, Receives Support from Trump and Harris
Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has reportedly spread to his bones. Despite the seriousness of the condition, Biden’s medical team has stated that the cancer is hormone-sensitive, a detail that offers some hope for effective treatment and management. The…
India Braces for Week of Extreme Weather: Heavy Rains in South and Northeast, Heatwaves in North
As the summer deepens across India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert warning of significant weather activity across the country in the coming week. Several regions are expected to face contrasting extremes—torrential rains in some parts, while others brace for a relentless heatwave. The west coast, particularly…
UPSC Key: ISRO’s EOS-09 Launch, Rare-earth Magnets, and the Decline of Left Wing Extremism – What Aspirants Need to Know
In a world rapidly shaped by scientific breakthroughs and socio-political changes, the relevance of current events to the UPSC Civil Services Examination cannot be overstated. The Indian Express UPSC Key for May 18, 2025, sheds light on some of the most important topics aspirants should pay attention to—ranging from ISRO’s…
Tragedy Strikes Hyderabad: 17 Lives Lost in Devastating Fire near Charminar
A devastating fire in the early hours of Sunday, May 18, shattered the peace of Hyderabad’s Old City, claiming the lives of at least 17 people in a building located near Gulzar Houz, close to the historic Charminar. The victims included women and children, many of whom were trapped in…
Pantoon Bridge Crumbling, Locals Desperately Seek Help
Patna: The pontoon bridge connecting Kacchi Dargah in Patna to Raghopur in Vaishali is on the brink of collapse, and the people who rely on it daily are living in constant fear. Known locally as the Pipa Pul, this 2-kilometre-long bridge is the only direct connection for nearly 20 panchayats…
