The second Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health, hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of Colombia, concluded recently in Cartagena. This event sought...
The Strengthening Multimodal and Integrated Logistics Ecosystem (SMILE) Programme is an initiative funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Launched to enhance India’s logistics infrastructure, the programme aims...
On March 28, 2025, the Union Cabinet of India approved the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme. This initiative is backed by a substantial budget of ₹22,919 crore. The scheme...
Recently, a new species of snakehead fish was identified in Meghalaya. Named Channa nachi, this species marks the rich biodiversity of the region’s freshwater ecosystems. The fish was...
Recently, amendments to the taxation framework for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) were proposed in the Finance Bill. These changes aim to clarify the tax treatment of securities held...
The availability of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like diclofenac and flunixin poses risk to avian scavengers in South America. A recent study found a widespread registration of these...
The recent execution of Shahzadi Khan in the UAE has raised concerns about Indian nationals on death row abroad. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed her execution...
The Government of India is set to launch “Sahkar Taxi,” a cooperative-based taxi service. This initiative aims to provide a viable alternative to popular ride-hailing platforms such as...
The European Space Agency (ESA) has officially concluded its Gaia mission on March 27, 2025. Launched in December 2013, Gaia has advanced our understanding of the Milky Way...
The Supreme Court of India recently made ruling regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST). This ruling allows companies to rectify human or arithmetical errors in their tax...
