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National Startup Day 2025

January 16, 2025

National Startup Day is celebrated annually on January 16 to recognise the contributions of startups to India’s economy. Recently, India stands as the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, with over 99,000 registered firms valued at $500 billion. This day marks the ..

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Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 Launch

January 16, 2025

The Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 3.0 registration portal has been launched by Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan. The event is set to take place from 15th to 24th February 2025 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to strengthen ..

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Zombie Deer Disease Threat to Humans

January 16, 2025

Recent reports have raised alarm over Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), also known as “zombie deer disease,” and its potential to jump to humans. This incurable prion disease primarily affects deer and has recently been detected in feral pigs. Experts warn ..

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Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary ESZ

January 16, 2025

The Government of India has recently established eco-sensitive zones (ESZs) around the Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary in Mandi district. This initiative aims to mitigate the adverse effects of urbanisation and development on the sanctuary, which spans 29.94 square kilometres and ..

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Updated Obesity Guidelines in India

January 16, 2025

Recently, Indian medical professionals introduced revised obesity guidelines, marking the first update in 15 years. This change shifts focus from the traditional Body Mass Index (BMI) to include Waist Circumference (WC) and Waist-to-Height Ratio (W-HtR) as crucial metrics. The new ..

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Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP)

January 16, 2025

The Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP) is an initiative aimed at enhancing immigration processes in India. Launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the programme aims to provide seamless and secure international travel experiences for eligible travellers. Following ..

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CRPF VIP Security Group Established

January 16, 2025

In January 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) officially disbanded the Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and merged it with the VIP Security Group (VSG). This transition follows the withdrawal of the PDG ..

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Kampala Declaration on Agriculture

January 16, 2025

The Extraordinary African Union Summit on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) concluded in Kampala, Uganda, on January 11, 2025. The summit adopted the Kampala Declaration, which sets a transformative agenda for Africa’s agri-food systems from 2026 to 2035. ..

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