In a landmark moment for India’s defence sector, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday commissioned two advanced stealth frigates — INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri — at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam. The induction of these frontline warships marks a decisive step towards India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The…
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BJP May Appoint New National President Before Bihar Polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing for a major leadership change ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections. Sources have indicated that the party is likely to appoint a new national president before the formal poll announcement, signaling a strategic reshuffle at the top. Currently, JP Nadda holds the position…
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Vikran Engineering IPO Subscribed 1.42x on Day 1
The initial public offering (IPO) of Vikran Engineering Ltd witnessed a strong response from investors on Day 1. By Tuesday afternoon, the issue had been subscribed 1.42 times, with robust participation across investor categories. The company opened its IPO for subscription on August 26, offering shares in the price band…
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Justice Nagarathna Dissents on SC Collegium Appointment
Justice BV Nagarathna Dissents on Supreme Court Collegium Pick The Supreme Court collegium has recommended the elevation of Bombay High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Patna High Court Chief Justice Vipul M Pancholi to the apex court. However, Justice BV Nagarathna has issued a rare and detailed dissent against…
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Trump to Impose 50% Tariff on Indian Goods from Aug 27
The Trump administration has finalized its decision to impose a 50% tariff on imports from India starting August 27, 2025. The move, outlined in a draft notice released on August 25, signals Washington’s intent to escalate trade pressure amid ongoing global geopolitical tensions. According to the U.S. Department of Homeland…
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India-Fiji Ties Strengthen as PM Rabuka Meets President
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji, Hon. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, met with the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on August 25, 2025. The meeting reinforced the strong historical and cultural ties between the two nations while opening new avenues of cooperation in healthcare, digital…
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Nari Shakti Driving India’s Economic Transformation
Nari Shakti Leading India’s Economic Transformation India is witnessing a transformative shift in women’s workforce participation, with women emerging as central drivers of growth in the nation’s march toward Viksit Bharat by 2047. The latest data highlights a remarkable rise in employment, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion, reinforcing the role of…
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India Boosts Fly Ash Utilisation with Railways–NTPC Push
The Ministry of Railways and NTPC jointly organised a National Conference on Fly Ash Utilisation and Transportation in Noida on 26 August 2025, drawing together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to chart a sustainable future for one of India’s most abundant industrial by-products.India generated 340.11 million tonnes of fly ash…
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MAR-a-THON 2025 Launched at IIT Madras for Maritime Growth
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has launched MAR-a-THON 2025, India’s premier maritime hackathon, at IIT Madras. The initiative, organised under the Sagarmala Start-up Innovation Initiative (S2I2), aims to drive research, innovation, start-ups, and entrepreneurship in the maritime sector. The launch also served as the curtain-raiser for India…
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Human IgM Antibody Acts as Brace Against Bacterial Toxins
A groundbreaking study by Indian scientists has revealed a surprising role for IgM antibodies, the largest antibodies in the human body. Beyond their well-known function of binding to pathogens, IgM antibodies can act like mechanical braces, physically stabilizing bacterial toxins and reducing their harmful impact. The discovery offers a fresh…