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NASA Artemis II Mission 2026: First Crewed Moon Mission in 50 Years Explained

NASA has launched Artemis II mission on April 1, 2026, sending four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon. This is the first crewed

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Chandrayaan 3: India’s Historic Moon Landing, Launch Details and Mission Highlights

What is Chandrayaan 3? Chandrayaan 3 is India’s third mission to the Moon, launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is a follow-on

Union Cabinet Approved Small Hydro Power Development Scheme (2026-31)

In a major boost to renewable energy, the Union Cabinet has approved the Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme (2026-2031) with an outlay of ₹2,585

Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana BHAVYA scheme to develop industrial parks and strengthen manufacturing sector in India

BHAVYA Scheme Approved: Cabinet Clears ₹33,660 Crore Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA) to Boost Manufacturing

In a major push to strengthen India’s manufacturing sector, the Union Cabinet has approved the ₹33,660 crore Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA). The scheme aims

India ranks 116th in World Happiness Report 2026 with important facts for UPSC, APSC and PCS exam preparation

World Happiness Report 2026: India Ranks 116th – Key Facts Every UPSC, APSC & PCS Aspirant Must Know

The World Happiness Report 2026 ranks India at 116th position out of 147 countries – two places higher than its 118th rank in 2025. Finland

India co-sponsors UNSC resolution against Iran in 2026 condemning attacks on GCC nations and threats to the Strait of Hormuz

India Co-Sponsors UNSC Resolution Against Iran, 2026

India Co-Sponsors UNSC Resolution against Iran’s Attacks on GCC Nations India co-sponsored a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution that strongly condemned Iran’s attacks on

193 Opposition MPs Move Notice for Removal of Chief Election Commissioner

A total of 193 Members of Parliament (130 from Lok Sabha and 63 from Rajya Sabha) have signed a notice seeking the removal of the

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Oscars 2026 Winners: Full List and Highlights from the 98th Academy Awards

The 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026) took place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony honoured the best

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Mayank Chakraborty Becomes First Grandmaster from Northeast India: Historic Milestone for Assam

Mayank Chakraborty has created history in Indian chess. The 16-year-old from Guwahati has become the first Grandmaster from Assam and Northeast India. This achievement marks

India Becomes World’s 2nd Largest Arms Importer (2021-25): SIPRI Report

India has emerged as the world’s second largest arms importer during 2021-2025, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). At the same time,