Asia’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion
Context: India has successfully launched Asia’s first UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) in Pune. Read More
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
Context: India and New Zealand signed a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking one of the fastest trade negotiations in India’s history. Read More
500 Years of the First Battle of Panipat
Context: April 21st marks the 500th anniversary of the First Battle of Panipat (April 21, 1526), a pivotal conflict where the outnumbered forces of Zahir-ud-din Muhammad Babur defeated the Lodi Sultanate. About 500 Years ofRead More
The Sijimali Bauxite Mine
Context: Recent violent clashes between tribal villagers and police in Odisha’s Rayagada district have left dozens injured following protests against the construction of an approach road for the Sijimali bauxite mine.Read More
Abortion Law in India
Context: The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment permitting a woman to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, prioritizing reproductive autonomy over fetal viability. The ruling, led by Justice B.V. Nagarathna, sets a significantRead More
Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPRs)
Context: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas informed the Rajya Sabha that India’s Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPRs) are currently at only 64% capacity. About Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPRs): What it is? Strategic PetroleumRead More
India’s Fight Against Tuberculosis
Context: On World Tuberculosis Day, President of India highlighted India’s progress under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, noting a 21% reduction in TB incidence. India is currently launching a new 100-day intensified campaign to deepen these gainsRead More
50th anniversary of the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
Context: February 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976. Despite five decades of the law, recent reports from Odisha highlight a disturbing trend where rescued labourers are slipping backRead More
UNEP FI Impact Centre
Context: UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) has launched the UNEP FI Impact Centre, consolidating its SDGs & Impact workstream into a dedicated centre of expertise. About UNEP FI Impact Centre: What it is? The UNEPRead More
United Nations Fellowship Training Programme on SALW Control
Context: India is hosting the inaugural United Nations Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the Asia-Pacific region for the first time in Asia. About United Nations Fellowship TrainingRead More