Excavations at Pattinamarudhur in Thoothukudi by the Tamil Nadu government have revealed an ancient trading settlement linked to the Pandyan port of Korkai. Findings, including a terracotta figurine, highlight Sangam-era maritime trade and refined craftsmanship.
Click to View MoreTribal communities in central-eastern India are demanding a separate "Sarna" religious code in the 2026 census to preserve their distinct, nature-worshipping cultural identity. While supported by states like Jharkhand, groups like the RSS oppose it, claiming tribals are Hindus.
Click to View MoreThe 2026 Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda is a WHO-declared global emergency. Lacking an approved vaccine, this highly fatal zoonotic virus spreads via bodily fluids, severely complicating containment efforts across conflict-affected and highly mobile regional borders.
Click to View MoreFollowing the success of 'Operation Antim Prahar', Gadchiroli was declared Naxal-free. Consequently, the MHA announced zero Indian districts remain LWE-affected, shifting the nation's focus toward socio-economic development and preventing insurgent resurgence in "Legacy and Thrust" areas.
Click to View MoreIndia has officially assumed the 2026 Chairmanship of the IAEA’s Regional Cooperative Agreement for the Asia-Pacific. Guided by the vision of Vishwa-Bandhu Bharat, India leads twenty-two member nations in utilizing peaceful nuclear science for advancing healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.
Click to View MoreIndia and Cyprus elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership. Key agreements emphasized defence exports, UPI-TIPS fintech integration, counter-terrorism, and maritime trade expansion via IMEC, firmly positioning Cyprus as India's strategic gateway to Europe.
Click to View MoreThe RBI transferred a record ₹2.87 lakh crore surplus to the Central Government for FY26 under the Economic Capital Framework. This crucial non-tax revenue aids fiscal consolidation, effectively manages the fiscal deficit, and balances monetary stability with national public expenditure.
Click to View MoreModern cyber warfare outpaces global legal accountability due to severe attribution challenges and unclear thresholds for armed attacks. Enforcing state responsibility requires robust domestic preparedness, international cooperation, and adherence to clear due diligence norms and humanitarian laws.
Click to View MoreIndia's FY26 outward remittances under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme decreased by two percent to $29 billion. Strict visa regimes and rupee depreciation reduced travel and education spending, while asset-backed investments in global equities, debt, and foreign property surged significantly
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