ArdorComm – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2025 held on 28th November in Jammu

The ArdorComm – Education Leadership Summit & Awards 2025, held on 28th November in Jammu, successfully convened distinguished educators, policymakers, corporate leaders, and innovators for a transformative dialogue on the future of learning.

Gujarat CM Disburses ₹370 Crore in Scholarships to Over 13 Lakh Students via DBT

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced the transfer of more than ₹370 crore in scholarship assistance to over 13 lakh students through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in Gandhinagar.

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Registration Begins: Chance to Meet PM Modi in January; Website and Key Dates

The Ministry of Education has opened registrations for the ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), the Prime Minister’s annual interaction with students, parents and teachers on tackling exam pressure.

Indo-German Research Finds Strong Link Between Gut Imbalance and Memory Decline

A joint Indo-German research team has uncovered a clear biological pathway connecting imbalances in gut bacteria to memory loss, learning difficulties, and cognitive decline, according to a statement released by Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT).

Licences of 176 Retailers, 39 Wholesalers Cancelled in Maharashtra Over Substandard Medicines

Maharashtra has taken strong action against the sale of poor-quality drugs, cancelling the licences of 176 retail pharmacies and 39 wholesalers over the past year, State Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Minister Narhari Zirwal.

Maharashtra’s Record-Breaking Solar Pump Rollout Earns Guinness Recognition

Maharashtra has entered the Guinness World Records after installing 45,911 off-grid solar agricultural pumps within just one month — one of the fastest large-scale renewable irrigation deployments worldwide, second only to China.

DRDO successfully conducts high-speed rocket-sledge test for fighter jet escape system

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully carried out a high-speed rocket-sledge test of an indigenous fighter aircraft escape system, marking a major leap in India’s in-house dynamic testing capabilities.

Microsoft Drops Diversity and Inclusion as Core Criteria in Employee Reviews

Microsoft has removed diversity and inclusion as mandatory companywide priorities in employee performance evaluations, signalling a major shift from the commitments it amplified after the 2020 George Floyd protests, according to reports from The Verge and Game File.

LIC Appoints Ramakrishnan Chander as Managing Director

State-owned Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has appointed Ramakrishnan Chander as its new Managing Director, effective December 1, 2025. Before this appointment, Chander served as Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer at LIC.

Music Tourism Surges as Over 5.6 Lakh Indians Travel for Concerts in 2025: Report

India is no longer just consuming entertainment — it’s packing its bags for it. According to BookMyShow’s Throwback 2025 report, music tourism witnessed an exceptional upswing this year, with more than 5.6 lakh Indians travelling across cities to attend concerts.

Dish TV Targets 25% Revenue from Non-DTH Business, Launches VZY Smart TV Range

Dish TV India is reshaping its business model with a strong push beyond traditional direct-to-home (DTH) services. The company expects 25% of its revenue to come from non-DTH businesses within the next 18–24 months, according to CEO and Executive Director Manoj Dobhal.