National News
First population estimate of river dolphin in India: Major conclusions and importance
India’s first Population estimates of river dolphin Under Project Dolphin Record 6,327 dolphins across the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus River SystemThis study provides significant insights in the preservation of these Endangered freshwater speciesespecially Ganges river dolphinWhich is found inside India, Bangladesh, Nepal and BhutanKnown for Closal blindness and ecolocation capacityThe species acts as an important Ecosystem of freshwaterEmphasizing the need for strong conservation efforts.
Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji Ropway Project: A major connectivity boost
Government of India Has approved 12.4 km ropeway From Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji In Uttarakhand Below Parvatmala pariyojana To improve All weather connectivity And grow Tourism, ₹ 2,730.13 crore Project will be developed under DBFOT (Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer) Model One in public Private PartnershipThis initiative will reduce the present significantly 21 km standing rat trekTo benefit pilgrims and promote local employment opportunities.
Sonpreeg to Kedarnath Ropeway Project: Transforming Pilgrimage Connectivity
Government of India Has approved 12.9 km ropeway From Kedarnath in Sonpreeg Below Parvatmala pariyojana To increase All weather connectivity And Promote tourism, ₹ 4,081.28 Crore Project will be developed under PPP Model (DBFOT Mode) using the Tri-Cabal Vyosya Gondola (3s) TechnologyDesigned for transportation 1,800 passenger per hourWill be ropeway Reduce travel time From 8-9 hours to just 36 minutesImportantly benefits pilgrims and local businesses.
PM Modi announced Asian lion population estimate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over Seventh NBWL meeting In Sasan, Junagadh, GujaratFocusing on wildlife conservation. Major discussions were included 16th Asian lion population estimate In May 2024Which will assess population growth and habitat status. PM Modi highlighted Constant increase in Asian lionsCredit Tribal communities and women For their protection efforts.
Vividhta ka amrit mahotsav inauted by president
chairman Droupadi Murmu Inaugurated Second Edition of Vividhta Ka Amrit Mahotsav But Rashtrapati bhavan But March 5, 2025This version celebrates cultural heritage Southern indiaSpeciality Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Lakshadweep, and PuducherryProvides a platform for the festival Artisan, artist, writer and culinary expert To perform South India Traditions, handicrafts, literature and cuisine,
State news
Uttarakhand Cabinet approves integrated pension scheme and new excise policy for 2025
Uttarakhand CabinetUnder the leadership of CM Pushkar Singh DhamiHas approved major policy decisions, including Integrated pension scheme (UPS)With the aim of increasing governance, pension benefits and excise reforms. AboveAligned with Central government initiativeProposal Government employees under NP An option for one Stable service pensionTo ensure financial security. To be implemented from 1 April, 2025This step indicates state’s commitment Economic stability, public welfare and administrative efficiency,
Appointment news
Ajay Bhadu appointed the CEO of Government E Marketplace (GEM)
Government of India Has appointed Ajay Bhadu, Additional Secretary in Commerce DepartmentIn form of CEO of Government E Marketplace (Ratna)effective March 3, 2025He will continue his existing responsibilities while being a leader Gem change in the next generation digital marketplaceConducted by Tata counseling services (tCS)A 1999-batch IAS officer from Gujarat cadreBhadu has a huge experience Governance, urban infrastructure development, and policy implementation,
Banking news
RBI Dr. Ajit Ratnakar Joshi appointed as Executive Director
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Has appointed Dr. Ajit ratnakar joshi As its new Executive Director (ED)effective March 3, 2025He will look after Department of Statistics and Information Management And this Financial stability departmentwith Experience over 30 years In Statistics, information technology and cyber risk managementDr. Joshi brings extensive expertise in his new role.
Defense news
DRDO conducts high height test of integrated life support system for Tejas aircraft
Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) Has successfully held a High-height test One of Indigenous integrated life support system (ILSS) For Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TejasDeveloped by Defense Bi-Engineering and Electro Medical Laboratory (Debel) In Bengaluru, On -board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS) -Bed ILSS Ends the requirement of Liquid oxygen cylinder By manufacturing and managing breath oxygen in real time. Tested, conducted on Height up to 50,000 feetComed its capacity in extreme conditions, such as paved the way for its integration in other aircraft MiG -29,
Sports news
Sharath to retire from lotus table tennis
Akanta Sharath KamalIndia’s mythological Table tennis playerHas announced that Retirement From professional game, with her Farewell tournament But WTT star contenders Event in Chennai (March 25-30, 2025)A 10 -time national champion And Five times Olympian, 42 year old Was a great career, was excellent in Commonwealth Games, Asian Games and OlympicsLike challenges Injuries and administrative obstaclesHis resilience Made it a revered figure indie gameAfter retirement, he plans to contribute through Coaching, administration and athlete development,
Khelo India Para Games 2025: A grand sports program for para athletes
Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 Will be held in New Delhi from 20-27 MarchSpeciality 1,230 for athletesFrom top artists 2024 paris paralympics And 2022 Asian Para GameDeclared by Union Minister Dr. Mansukh mandaviyait second edition Kipg purpose is to promote Para sports development In India. There will be facility of event Six major topics,For Arcari, Athletics, Badminton, Powerlifting, Shooting and Table Tennis—May on the premiere venue in the capital.
Summit and Conference News
Union Minister Scindia unveiled India’s telecommunications progress in MWC 2025
Union Minister of Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Representing India in Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 In Barcelona, ​​Spainenclosed with Leader of industryAddressing major sessions, and witnesses technological innovationIndia’s participation highlighted this Rapid 5g expansion, The lowest data tariff, Indigenous telecom infrastructureAnd Strong cyber security structureMr. Scindia insisted Technical rule, Balancing innovation with regulationAnd fostering Global participationThere was also a unveiling in this program India Mobile Congress 2025 And opening Bharat PavilionIndia’s performance Telecommunication capacity,
Prize news
Dr. Suborno Bose honored for bringing revolution in hospitality education
Dr. Sunday barefootChairman of International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM)Obtained ‘Life’s achievement in hospitality and education through technology’ Prize from Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Shekhawat But Vibrant Bharat Global Summit 2025The award respects his contribution Hospitality education conducted by AI And Tourism innovationHis book, Human touch and cohesion of AI in tourism and hospitalityWas launched at the event. IIHM AI initiativeInvolved NamaInte Ihihm HospitalityHighlight its commitment to shape the future Hospitality education Through technology,
Diverse news
New houses identified in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, expanding cheetahs rehabilitation in India
Of india Cheetah recreation project Beyond extending Kuno national park To Banni Grasslands (Gujarat) and Gandhiisagar Sanctuary (Madhya Pradesh)As declared PM Narendra Modi But Seventh NBWL meetinglaunched in 2022The purpose of the project is Cheetah population restore And Increase in biodiversity conservationCheetah declared Extinct in India in 1952Being re -presented through World’s first intercontinental translationTo mark an important step in wildlife conservation.