The TODDLERS’ Way – A Panda’s Parenting Guide by Dr. Chandrashekar and Mrs. Saviola Lobo Launched in Hyderabad

Hyderabad – The TODDLERS’ Way – A Panda’s Parenting Guide by Dr. Chandrashekar and Mrs. Saviola Lobo was officially launched on 30 August 2025 in Hyderabad, in a heartwarming event that brought together dignitaries, parenting experts, and readers.

CBSE to Roll Out Educational Podcasts, Invites Student Participation from Classes 9–12

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a new initiative to develop its own series of educational podcasts and digital content, covering both academic and counselling themes.

Education Minister Urges IITs to Lead India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ Mission

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired the 56th meeting of the IIT Council at IIT Delhi, where key decisions were taken to strengthen IITs as drivers of self-reliance, innovation, and inclusive growth in line with the Prime Minister’s vision of “Atmanirbharta se Samriddha Bharat.”

AIIMS Gorakhpur to Launch New Academic Courses

AIIMS Gorakhpur has announced the introduction of several new academic programmes, marking a major step towards academic expansion, advanced medical training, and strengthening research at the institute. The approvals were finalized during the 8th meeting of the Standing Academic Committee.

AIIMS study reveals high prevalence of catheter-related infections in Indian hospitals

A nationwide study led by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has revealed that bloodstream infections linked to catheter use are widespread in intensive care units (ICUs) across India, with many cases caused by highly drug-resistant microbes.

India Posts 7.8% Growth in April–June, Services and Manufacturing Fuel Expansion

India’s economy surged 7.8% in the April–June quarter of FY 2025-26, outpacing expectations and reinforcing its status as the fastest-growing major economy worldwide. Robust demand, thriving services, and steady manufacturing are driving the momentum.

Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka Meets President Murmu, Strengthens Bilateral Ties with India

Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday as part of his ongoing official visit to India. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Fijian counterpart held bilateral talks in New Delhi, followed by a joint press briefing.

Tata Steel Declares ₹303.13 Crore Bonus for Employees in FY 2024-25

Tata Steel has announced a bonus payout of ₹303.13 crore for its employees for the financial year 2024-25 after finalizing a memorandum of settlement with the Tata Workers’ Union (TWU). Out of the total, around ₹152.44 crore will be disbursed among 11,446 employees from the Jamshedpur divisions, including the Tubes division.

Indian Textile Exporters Fear 5 Lakh Job Losses as US Tariffs Kick In

Indian textile companies are staring at a crisis as the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on imports from India takes effect from Wednesday. Exporters are rushing to the US to renegotiate existing deals and secure future orders amid growing uncertainty.

Govt to Unveil Centralised Digital Music Licensing Registry by October 2025

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) is gearing up to launch a centralised digital music licensing registry within the next two months, in collaboration with rights societies. The initiative, expected to go live by October 2025, is part of a broader strategy to expand and streamline India’s live entertainment industry.

Cable TV Operators Seek GST Cut to 5% Amid Rising Costs

The All India Digital Cable Federation (AIDCF) has urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to lower the goods and services tax (GST) on cable television services from 18% to 5%, citing mounting financial stress and rising consumer bills.