Month: May 2025

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) mountaineering team safely returned to the Everest Base Camp today, May 19, 2025, after successfully scaling the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest (8,848.86 m), on May 18, 2025. This monumental achievement marks the third successful summit of Mount Everest by the NCC expedition team, following the earlier triumphs in 2013 and 2016.   In a remarkable feat of endurance and courage, a team of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets has successfully scaled Mount Everest, marking the third successful expedition by the NCC to the world’s…

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In a major scientific breakthrough, Indian researchers have developed a fast-charging and long-lasting sodium-ion battery, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative to lithium-ion technology. Developed at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) by a team led by Prof. Premkumar Senguttuvan, the battery charges up to 80% in just six minutes and lasts over 3,000 cycles. It uses a novel NASICON-type anode material, enhanced with nanostructuring, aluminum doping, and carbon coating for improved conductivity and durability.   The technology leverages India’s abundant sodium resources, aligning with the…

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has congratulated Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doha Diamond League 2025 and achieving his personal best throw. “This is the outcome of his relentless dedication, discipline and passion”, Shri Modi added.   The Prime Minister posted on X; “A spectacular feat! Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90 m mark at Doha Diamond League 2025 and achieving his personal best throw. This is the outcome of his relentless dedication, discipline and passion. India is elated and proud.” Source

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The National Cadet Corps (NCC) has reached a significant milestone as its expedition team successfully scaled Mount Everest (8,848m) on May 18, 2025. The team comprised 10 NCC cadets (five boys & five girls) along with four Officers, two Junior Commissioned Officers, One Girl Cadet Instructor and 10 Non-Commissioned Officers.   The selected cadets were novices, chosen from across the country. They underwent a strict selection and training process. As part of their preparation, they conducted a pre-Everest Expedition at Mt Abi Gamin. The final team of 15 cadets was…

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May 18, 2025 Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹1,550 crore in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The initiatives, led by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), aim to significantly boost urban infrastructure, housing, and employment opportunities in the city.   Among the key highlights was the inauguration of the Pallav Overbridge at Naranpura, designed to ease traffic for over 1.5 lakh daily commuters. Shri Shah also handed over housing units to 1,070 families and inaugurated 94 civic…

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The Ministry of Culture has launched a nationwide campaign titled “Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan” (One Nation, One Heartbeat) to ignite patriotic spirit and commemorate the sacrifices of India’s bravehearts. As part of the initiative, over 60 iconic heritage monuments—including the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, and Chittorgarh Fort—have been illuminated in the tricolour, symbolizing unity and national pride.   In addition, 43 cultural institutions under the Ministry have updated their display pictures to the Indian national flag and are conducting activities such as Tiranga rallies, patriotic storytelling, and exhibitions to foster…

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India’s Aadhaar system has achieved a major milestone with over 150 billion authentications, reinforcing its role as the backbone of the country’s digital infrastructure. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) reported that the biometric ID system now processes 70 million daily authentications, enabling seamless access to banking, subsidies, and government services. Aadhaar’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) has streamlined welfare schemes, curbing leakages and ensuring efficient delivery of subsidies like LPG, pensions, and PM-KISAN. With 1.3 billion enrolled users, Aadhaar continues to drive financial inclusion, e-governance, and India’s push toward…

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The Army Hospital (Research and Referral) in Delhi Cantonment inaugurated a state-of-the-art Femto-LASIK Suite, marking a significant advancement in military ophthalmic care. The facility was unveiled by Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), and Lieutenant General Sadhna S Nair, Director General of Medical Services (Army). This cutting-edge suite employs femtosecond laser technology to perform highly precise and customized LASIK surgeries, offering minimally invasive procedures with faster recovery times. It is specifically designed to address refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, thereby…

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