🇮🇳 National News
The Union Government initiated nationwide consultations on simultaneous elections, aiming to reduce election costs and governance disruptions.
‘One Nation, One Election’ proposes holding Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections simultaneously to streamline the electoral process and reduce expenditure.
India added three new wetlands to the Ramsar List, strengthening wetland conservation and biodiversity protection.
The Ramsar Convention (1971) is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. India is a signatory and has one of the largest networks of Ramsar sites in South Asia.
💼 Business & Economy
India’s CPI inflation stayed below the 4% RBI target, mainly due to moderation in food prices.
RBI’s inflation target is 4% with a tolerance band of ±2%. Inflation below target indicates stable price conditions in the economy.
🛡️ Defence
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Arnala, an advanced anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW SWC), enhancing coastal security.
INS Arnala is designed for anti-submarine operations in shallow coastal waters, strengthening India’s maritime defence capabilities.
🏆 Sports
India defeated Pakistan to win the Men’s Asian Junior Hockey Cup, securing qualification for the Junior World Cup.
This victory ensures India’s spot in the upcoming FIH Junior Hockey World Cup, showcasing the strength of India’s junior hockey programme.
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