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UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey states that while India's child-focused policies are significantly improving well-being and reducing poverty, more robust and ongoing social sector investment is necessary to ensure long-term gains for the nation's 460 million children. More than 400 million children in low- and middle-income countries suffer from deprivations in at least two critical areas—health, nutrition, education, clean water, sanitation, and housing—according to UNICEF's most recent report, State of the World's Children 2025, which was released in honor of World Children's Day. The report noted that despite global progress, millions of children still lack access to basic services, fueling inequality and limiting opportunities across generations. The paper states that...

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that Indian public sector oil companies have, for the first time, completed a structured year-long deal to import liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the United States in an effort to bolster the nation's energy security. One of the biggest and fastest-growing LPG markets in the world has formally opened up to long-term sourcing from the United States, Mr. Puri said in a social media post, calling the development a "historic first." For the duration of the contract year 2026, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) will import 2.2 million tonnes of LPG annually (MTPA). The supplies will come from the U.S. Gulf Coast and account f...

According to a release, thousands of people eagerly awaited the historic visit of world humanitarian and spiritual master Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, who arrived in the Valley after seven years with a calming message of peace, communal harmony, and a vision of a stress-free, violence-free, and drug-free Kashmir. Gurudev was greeted by Shantmanu, Additional Chief Secretary for Jammu & Kashmir. Over 20,000 students from 50 colleges and four universities came to Bakshi Stadium for a special EduYouth Meet in Gurudev's presence, pledging together to create a Drug-Free Kashmir. This event was organized by the Department of Higher Education, Government of J&K, as drug abuse emerged as one of the most pressing issues facing Kashmir's youth. "We will see that Kashmir is free from drug...

South Asia is in disarray, from Kathmandu to Karachi. While students in Bangladesh launched a revolution last year that ended former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's 15-year administration, "Gen Z" protests about inequality and political elitism have erupted in Nepal. President Mahinda Rajapaksa of Sri Lanka was forced to leave after the country's economy collapsed in 2022, while Pakistan is still engulfed in political unrest and another IMF bailout. However, despite all, India is notable for its stability, according to a report published in The Economist. The research emphasizes how India's economy has been remarkably resilient in the face of US President Donald Trump's severe trade tariffs over Russian oil purchases and a brief military confrontation with Pakistan. India appears to be ...

According to an SBI Research analysis, India's total consumer demand for gold rose to 802.8 tonnes in 2024, or 26% of the world's total, placing it second only to China with 815.4 tonnes. The World Gold Council estimates that imports will account for about 86% of India's overall supply of gold in 2024, with domestic supply making up only a small portion of this total. Imports of gold rose by about 31% in FY24 and 27% in FY25. But in 2025, demand for gold has decreased due to rising prices. According to a research by Dr. Soumya Kanti Ghosh, Group Chief Economic Advisor at SBI, consumer demand for gold fell by almost 16% year over year in Q3 2025 due to decreased demand for jewelry. Gold imports decreased by 9% to $26.5 billion during the April–September period in FY26 from $29 billion d...

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) received congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the successful launch of CMS-03, the country's heaviest communication satellite. PM Modi praised India's space scientists in an X post, stating that the nation's "space sector has become synonymous with excellence and innovation." "We are still proud of our space industry! Congratulations to ISRO for CMS-03, India's heaviest communication satellite, successfully launching. It is admirable that our space industry has come to represent quality and innovation thanks to the efforts of our space experts. Their accomplishments have empowered countless lives and advanced national growth," the prime minister wrote. Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised the LVM3 launch vehicle's successfu...

According to reports, Air India is asking its owners, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, for Rs 10,000 crore ($1.14 billion) in financial assistance as it battles a number of problems, including the June fatal crash in Ahmedabad and airspace restrictions brought on by India-Pakistan military clashes in May. According to a Bloomberg story that cited sources, Air India has requested financial assistance to enhance its systems and services as well as to establish internal engineering and maintenance divisions. Regarding the report, Air India had not yet responded. Singapore Airlines owns the remaining shares in the airline, while the Tata Group owns 74.9%. Pakistan's airspace restrictions are anticipated to cost Air India Rs 4,000 crore in damages. Campbell Wilson, the managing director an...

On October 24, a terrible fire destroyed a bus in the Kurnool region of Andhra Pradesh, leaving at least 20 people dead and numerous others injured. Between 3:00 and 3:10 in the morning, the private bus carrying 41 people caught fire at Chinnatekur in Kallur mandal when it was en route from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, according to officials. Eleven bodies have been found and identified, according to Kurnool District Collector A Siri, while the other nine have not yet been found. " The bus has two drivers and forty-one passengers in total. A bicycle became lodged beneath the bus. After the crash, petrol poured off the bike and caught fire. Of the 41 members, we have traced 21 passengers; they are safe. 21 members are receiving treated for minor wounds. Regarding the other nine bodies, we need ...

Jammu & Kashmir Following their display at Elista, the capital of the Kalmykia Republic, Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha traveled to Russia to return the sacred relics of Lord Buddha to India. India's Deputy Chief of Mission Nikhilesh Giri, Deputy Chairman Dzhambinov Ochir Vladimirovich, and First Deputy Chairman of the Government of Kalmykia Tserenov Erdni Nikolayevich welcomed Sinha, who is leading the Indian delegation. The artifacts will return to India on October 19 with the delegation. Since October 11, the Holy Relics have been housed at the Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery, Elista's principal Buddhist monastery and the so-called "Golden Abode of Shakyamuni Buddha." Sinha said earlier in the day that he would be leading the delegation tasked with returning the sacred relics of L...