Sebi’s ASBA Facility: Empowering Indian Investors in the Secondary Market: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), India's principal securities market regulator, has traditionally prioritised empowering investors and supporting fair practises in the country's securities market. The ...

Nagaland gets approval from NMC for setting up its first medical college: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved the establishment of the Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, which will be the first medical college in the northeastern state since its independence 60 ...

National Civil Services Day 2023: In India, April 21 is observed as National government Service Day to recognise and acknowledge the critical role that government servants play in the growth and betterment of the country. This day offers a chance to express gratitude towards the contributions made ...

Cuba’s Parliament ratifies President Díaz-Canel for new term: Cuba’s National Assembly has confirmed President Miguel Díaz-Canel for a new five-year term, as the country grapples with a severe economic crisis. More than 400 representatives elected in March and taking office on Wednesday, April 19, ...

The Status of Women in Agrifood Systems: FAO Report: This report is the first of its sort since the State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2010-11 report on women in agriculture. It was produced by FAO's Inclusive Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP). It offers a comprehensive ...

Central Government notified the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023: The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) and the People for the Elimination of Stray Troubles have just announced the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, which are intended to conform with the standards established by the Supreme ...

India Approves National Quantum Mission: On April 19, the Union Cabinet authorised the National Quantum Mission, which aims to move India to the forefront of quantum technology development while also supporting economic growth. The mission seeks to expedite progress in the field and cement India’s ...

Arunachal Pradesh CM inaugurates Shar Nyima Tsho Sum Namyig Lhakhang: The freshly rebuilt Shar Nyima Tsho Sum Namyig Lhakhang (Gonpa) at Gyangkhar, his native hamlet in Tawang district, was opened by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The Gonpa has great historical significance for the ...

India to challenge WTO panel ruling on ICT import duties at appellate body: India is set to appeal against the recent ruling by the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) trade dispute settlement panel, which found that the country’s import dues on certain information and technology products are ...

India, Peru hold 2nd Joint Commission Meeting: The 2nd India-Peru Joint Commission Meeting was held in New Delhi on 15th April.  An overview of the news In the meeting both sides reviewed their traditionally friendly relations and discussed ways to take forward cooperation in areas of mutual ...