The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) registered a 3.0% growth in September 2025, compared to the same month last year, signaling a positive trend in India’s industrial sector. Sectors including Steel, Cement, Electricity, and Fertilizers were key contributors to this growth. The ICI tracks production performance across eight…
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गोवर्धन पूजा 2025: पूजा विधि मुहूर्त, कथा और 56 भोग का महत्व
नई दिल्ली: दिवाली के अगले दिन मनाया जाने वाला गोवर्धन पूजा (Annakut Puja) हिंदू धर्म के प्रमुख पर्वों में से एक है। यह पर्व इस वर्ष 22 अक्टूबर 2025, बुधवार को मनाया जाएगा। कार्तिक शुक्ल पक्ष की प्रतिपदा तिथि 21 अक्टूबर शाम 5:54 बजे से शुरू होकर 22 अक्टूबर रात…
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Eight Core Industries Index Rises 3% in September 2025
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) registered a 3.0% growth in September 2025, compared to the same month last year, signaling a positive trend in India’s industrial sector. Sectors including Steel, Cement, Electricity, and Fertilizers were key contributors to this growth. The ICI tracks production performance across eight…
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TRAI Assesses Mobile Network Quality in Barak Valley
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released its Independent Drive Test (IDT) report for the Assam Licensed Service Area (LSA), assessing mobile network quality in Silchar city, Hailakandi, Karimganj districts, and surrounding areas. Conducted in August 2025, the tests captured real-world performance across urban zones, institutional hotspots, and…
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Indian Navy Commanders’ Conference 2025 Begins in New Delhi
The Indian Navy’s second biannual Commanders’ Conference 2025 is set to begin in New Delhi from 22nd to 24th October. The three-day gathering gains strategic importance following ‘Operation Sindoor’ and the Navy’s sustained high operational tempo, emphasizing combat readiness and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. Focus on Joint Operations…
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PFRDA Seeks Feedback on New Pension Fund Valuation Guidelines
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released a comprehensive Consultation Paper titled “Alignment of Valuation Guidelines with the Core Objectives of Long-Only Funds when Investing in Government Securities and Calculation of Net Asset Value (NAV)”. The move marks a step forward in strengthening transparency, governance, and subscriber…
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Legislative Dept Launches Wall Painting Drive
The Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, has taken an innovative step to enhance its workspaces through a creative and sustainable wall painting initiative under the Government’s Special Campaign 5.0. Corridors and common areas in Shastri Bhawan have been adorned with thematic paintings highlighting the “Waste to Wealth” concept,…
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Centre Releases ₹730 Cr Grants for Rural Bodies
The Union Government has released over ₹730 crore under the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for the financial year 2025–26 to strengthen Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Gujarat and Haryana. The funds aim to empower Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) to deliver better local governance, sanitation, and water management services….
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CCI Approves Torrent Pharma–JB Chemicals Deal
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has granted approval for Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd to acquire J. B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd, subject to voluntary modifications offered by both companies. This clearance paves the way for a major consolidation in India’s pharmaceutical industry, with the proposed deal involving share acquisition and subsequent…
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Tamil Nadu on High Alert as Northeast Monsoon Intensifies
Chennai, Oct 21: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for several coastal districts in Tamil Nadu as the Northeast Monsoon continues to strengthen. Regions including Mannarkoil, Ayan, Thiruvaalieswaram, Kakanallur, Vaigaikulam, and Bramadesam are expected to experience intense rainfall over the next 48 hours. IMD Warns of…