Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, addressed the Rajya Sabha that 4,557 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been installed across India's massive 146,342 km network of National Highways, expressways, and State Highways.

India Installs 4,557 EV Charging Stations on Highways, Says Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, addressed the Rajya Sabha that 4,557 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been installed across India’s massive 146,342 km network of National Highways, expressways, and State Highways. This infrastructure initiative is a crucial step toward increasing the adoption of electric vehicles nationwide.  Uttar Pradesh has […]

According to the International Monetary Fund's most recent World Economic Outlook (WEO) report, India's economy is expected to increase by 6.4% in both FY2025-26 and FY2026-27.

IMF Cites Improved Global Conditions in Upward Revision for India

According to the International Monetary Fund’s most recent World Economic Outlook (WEO) report, India’s economy is expected to increase by 6.4% in both FY2025-26 and FY2026-27. This marks a slight upward revision to the IMF’s previous estimates, reflecting stronger global conditions. The revision is due to a more favourable external environment than was anticipated in […]

Malaysia's data centre industry is rapidly transforming into a major employment generator. According to the Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA), the sector is expected to support 30,900 jobs per year by 2030.

Data Centre Growth to Boost Malaysian Economy with $1.3 Billion in Annual Wages

Malaysia’s data centre industry is rapidly transforming into a major employment generator. According to the Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA), the sector is expected to support 30,900 jobs per year by 2030. There will be 4,300 high-value positions in advanced fields like AI and cloud computing. The APDCA’s July 24 report indicates a large multiplier […]

The Maharashtra government has formally recognised August 7 as Sustainable Agriculture Day, to be observed every year.

Maharashtra Launches Statewide Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives to Honour Dr. M.S. Swaminathan

The Maharashtra government has formally recognised August 7 as Sustainable Agriculture Day, to be observed every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, widely regarded as the architect of India’s Green Revolution. The announcement was made via a government resolution. It aims to honour Dr. Swaminathan’s transformative contribution in […]

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to elevate their defence ties to align with the growing momentum in trade, investment, and social engagement.

Custom Training, Joint Arms Production Part of India-UAE Defence Push

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to elevate their defence ties to align with the growing momentum in trade, investment, and social engagement. This decision was made during the 13th meeting of the India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC), which convened at the secretary level for the first time in New Delhi. […]

UNESCO, CBSE, and NCERT are intensifying efforts to incorporate health and wellness education into school systems by training over 290 school leaders in Delhi.

NCERT and UNESCO Expand Health Curriculum with 24-Hour Wellness Modules

UNESCO, CBSE, and NCERT are intensifying efforts to incorporate health and wellness education into school systems by training over 290 school leaders in Delhi. The initiative is under the School Health and Wellness Programme (SHWP), which was launched in February 2020 as part of the Ayushman Bharat mission.  The purpose is to teach essential abilities […]

India finished their campaign at the FISU World University Games 2025 in Germany with 12 medals.

India Bags 12 Medals at FISU Games 2025, Including 2 Gold and 5 Silver

India finished their campaign at the FISU World University Games 2025 in Germany with 12 medals. The final day saw three medals added to the tally—two bronze and one silver—bringing the total to two gold, five silver, and five bronze. Ankita Dhyani, a 2024 Paris Olympian, finished second in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase, trailing only […]

India's industrial production increased by 1.5% in June 2025, according to the Ministry of Statistics. This is an improvement over the 1.2% growth rate seen in May.

India’s IIP Grows 1.5% in June 2025; Manufacturing Up 3.9%, Consumer Durables 2.9%

India’s industrial production increased by 1.5% in June 2025, according to the Ministry of Statistics. This is an improvement over the 1.2% growth rate seen in May. The manufacturing sector was the primary driver of the increase, up 3.9% year-on-year in June. This sector is crucial for generating employment opportunities for engineering and university graduates […]

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have significantly advanced their mining investment cooperation in 2025.

DRC Secures Major UAE Investment in Copper, Cobalt, and Tin Sectors

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have significantly advanced their mining investment cooperation in 2025. This development comes ahead of the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW), which is expected to be a major forum for highlighting strategic collaborations between the two countries.  The DRC, which has massive mineral […]

Nepal's foreign trade surpassed Rs2 trillion for the second consecutive year, totalling approximately US$14 billion.

Nepal Records Rs277 Billion in Exports, Nearly Half from Edible Oils; Imports Reach Rs1.80 Trillion

Nepal’s foreign trade surpassed Rs2 trillion for the second consecutive year, totalling approximately US$14 billion. The remarkable surge was primarily driven by an unprecedented increase in refined edible oil exports. Refined soybean, sunflower, and palm oil exports grew by more than 1,500% over the previous fiscal year. Notably, edible oils currently account for nearly half […]