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Why Union Budget is Presented on February 1?

January 15, 2025

The Union Budget of India is presented annually, specifically on February 1 since 2017. This date allows the government to make necessary financial adjustments before the fiscal year begins in April. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will outline India’s financial trajectory ..

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Draft Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

January 15, 2025

Recent developments have emerged regarding the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. On January 14, 2025, Hamas signalled its agreement to a draft ceasefire. While progress was made, final details were still under negotiation. The Israeli Cabinet must approve the ..

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First Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh 2025

January 15, 2025

The Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj commenced with its first amrit snan on January 14, 2025. This ritual bath, known as shahi snan, marks event in Hindu traditions and draws thousands of devotees. The Kumbh Mela occurs every 12 years at ..

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India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Dispute

January 15, 2025

The ongoing border fencing dispute between India and Bangladesh has escalated recently. The Ministry of External Affairs of India affirmed its commitment to existing agreements concerning the border. This statement followed Bangladesh’s summoning of India’s High Commissioner in Dhaka, expressing ..

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Remembering Dulla Bhatti on Lohri

January 15, 2025

The annual celebration of Lohri in Punjab brings communities together around bonfires. On this occasion, the legacy of Dulla Bhatti, a folk hero from the 16th century, is celebrated. Dulla Bhatti is known for his resistance against Mughal oppression. His ..

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Mission Mausam Launched

January 15, 2025

Mission Mausam was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 14, 2025. This initiative marks the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which was established in 1875. The mission aims to enhance India’s weather forecasting and climate ..

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C-DOT, IIT Mandi and IIT Jammu Collaborate to Develop Wideband Spectrum-Sensor ASIC-Chip

January 14, 2025

The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has recently partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) and IIT Jammu. This collaboration aims to develop a Wideband Spectrum-Sensor ASIC-Chip to enhance spectrum utilisation. The agreement, signed under the ..

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What is Nag Mark 2 Missile?

January 14, 2025

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has recently conducted successful field evaluation trials of the Nag Mark 2 missile. This third-generation fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile was tested at the Pokhran field range in Rajasthan. The trials demonstrated exceptional precision ..

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