The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has facilitated the first export shipment of premium Areko Cherries (high-density European sweet cherries) and Scentrose Plums from Jammu & Kashmir to Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking a significant milestone for the Union Territory’s horticulture sector.   The inaugural consignment, comprising one metric tonne of premium stone fruits sourced from farmers in Shopian and Pulwama districts, was virtually flagged off by APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev. The initiative…

# National Resolve to Take Dr. Mookerjee's Ideals of National Unity and Nationalism to Every Citizen Akhil Bharatiya Jansangh organised a National Conference on Sunday at the Deputy Speaker Hall, Constitution Club of India, New Delhi, to commemorate the 126th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The event witnessed the participation of the organisation's national and state office-bearers, workers, academicians, social leaders, and intellectuals from across the country, who paid floral tributes to Dr. Mookerjee and reaffirmed their commitment to carrying forward his nationalist ideals. The conference was convened…

# Pallavi Ghosh and Aditi Ghosh represent young India, women in publishing, and the future of academic publishing on a global platform In a significant moment for Indian publishing, Ms. Pallavi Ghosh (27) and Ms. Aditi Ghosh (25) of PHI Learning Private Limited are participating in the 35th International Publishers Congress 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as part of the Indian delegation. Their participation marks an important generational milestone for one of India's respected academic publishing houses. As two young women professionals represent PHI Learning at one of the publishing…

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new facility that allows Aadhaar holders to add or update their email ID directly through the Aadhaar App, eliminating the need to visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra. The service came into effect on July 1, 2026, and will remain free of cost for six months, making Aadhaar updates more convenient and accessible for residents.   The initiative is aimed at strengthening digital communication with Aadhaar holders by enabling them to receive authentication alerts, service updates, and other important notifications via…

A banyan tree in Bihar’s Munger has been identified as the world’s oldest accurately dated banyan tree, with scientists estimating its age at around 700 years using high-precision radiocarbon dating. The discovery marks a significant breakthrough in tree-age research, as the age has been established through scientific evidence rather than historical records or folklore.   Researchers determined the age of the tree by analysing wood samples collected from different parts of its trunk and aerial roots. The findings provide valuable insights into the growth patterns, longevity and resilience of banyan…

# The two Indian publishing leaders will speak at key sessions on Southeast Asia market opportunities and the evolving role of book fairs at the world's premier publishing forum in Kuala Lumpur India's growing influence in the global publishing industry will be reflected at the 35th International Publishers Congress (IPC) 2026, with Mr Pranav Gupta, Vice President of the Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP), and Shri Yuvraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust, India, Ministry of Education, representing the country as speakers at two key sessions of the global publishing summit.…