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06 Oct

Spherule Foundation Wins Prestigious Mahatma Award 2025 for Social Impact

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New Delhi [India], October 6: No smoke, no mirrors. Spherule Foundation just snagged the 2025 Mahatma Award for Social Good & Impact. The recognition isn’t just shiny, it’s a spotlight on hard, measurable work that’s reshaping communities across India. On October 2, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, as India paused to honour the Father of the Nation, Spherule Foundation added a serious feather to its cap: the Mahatma Award 2025 for Social Good & Impact. The ceremony, held at the India International Centre in New Delhi, was more than ceremonial pomp; it was a nod to real action. Supported by the Aditya…

06 Oct

Atal Tinkering Labs: Transforming India’s Innovation Landscape – 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 6: India’s young innovators just got a serious upgrade. The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI) are teaming up to turbocharge Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) nationwide, bridging industry, education, and CSR like never before. A Landmark Indo-French Collaboration On September 19, 2025, AIM and IFCCI signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) that signals a strategic push for innovation-driven education. The signing unfolded at the Embassy of France in New Delhi during the 3rd IFCCI CSR Connect Day 2025, an event themed “Collaborating for Scale, Cross-Sectoral Partnerships for Sustainable Development.”…

06 Oct

Powerful Wins Driving Defence Manufacturing in India – Oct 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 6: India isn’t just building weapons anymore; it’s building the ecosystem to own them. On October 7, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will flip the switch on a national movement to make “Made in India” mean business in the global defence arena. – Defence Manufacturing in India. Defence Manufacturing in India: Aligning Industry with Mission Self-Reliance At Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, the mood will be less “ceremonial launch” and more “boardroom strategy session.” The National Conference on ‘Opportunities in Defence Manufacturing in the Country’, organised by the Ministry of Defence’s Department of Defence Production, is more than…

04 Oct

PM-SETU Scheme Unleashed – Rs 62K Cr Youth Power Boost

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New Delhi [India], October 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi just dropped a Rs 62,000 crore megaboost – PM-SETU – for India’s youth. Think ITIs, skill labs, and global employability, basically the rocket fuel for a self-reliant Bharat. Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh: Not Your Average Convocation Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi wasn’t just hosting a convocation; it turned into a mega youth festival. PM Modi greeted lakhs of students from ITIs across India, Bihar in particular, recalling the tradition of massive ITI graduations he started a few years back. “Today is another milestone,” he said, with a hint of pride that only…

04 Oct

Rise Against Hunger India Conferred with Mahatma Award 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 4: Rise Against Hunger India has once again been recognized with the Mahatma Award for Social Good Impact – Zero Hunger. This marks the organization’s third consecutive recognition, having received the award in 2023, 2024, and 2025. The honor reaffirms the organization’s leadership in combating hunger and advancing sustainable food security in India. The award was received by Mr. Dola Mohapatra, Executive Director, Rise Against Hunger India, and Mr. Hatim Dawasaz, Trustee, at a ceremony in New Delhi on October 1, on the eve of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. “We see this award not just as recognition, but as…

03 Oct

GST 2.0 Impact: Notebook Industry Seeks Bold Relief Measures

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3: GST 2.0 aimed to simplify taxation and support education. But India’s notebook manufacturers now face rising costs, blocked tax credits, and tougher competition from imports. Reform with Unintended Consequences The rollout of GST 2.0 was welcomed by industry as a bold reform designed to streamline taxation and reduce compliance burdens. For education-related goods, the government made a significant move: setting the GST rate on notebooks at 0%. The intention was straightforward: make learning more affordable. Yet, the notebook manufacturing sector is experiencing unforeseen challenges as a result. Imports Gain an Edge Under the ASEAN Free…

02 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Vijaya Dashami Greetings: 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn’t mince words on Vijaya Dashami. In a series of messages, he blended tradition, tribute, and a reminder of India’s enduring spirit. Courage, wisdom, and devotion, these weren’t just pleasantries; they were a roadmap. Vijaya Dashami: Triumph of Good Over Evil On October 2, 2025, the Prime Minister took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend greetings on Vijaya Dashami, the festival celebrating the victory of good over evil. PM Modi’s message was succinct but unmistakable: courage, wisdom, and devotion are non-negotiables on life’s battlefield. “Vijaya Dashami celebrates the triumph of good…

02 Oct

INS Sutlej Mauritius Bold 18th Survey: Supercharges India-Mauritius Ties

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New Delhi [India], October 2: India just dropped a serious maritime flex. INS Sutlej, the Navy’s hydrographic ace, has docked in Mauritius for the 18th joint survey, reaffirming India’s strategic and scientific grip over the Indian Ocean. INS Sutlej Touches Down in Port Louis On 29 September 2025, INS Sutlej, a specialised hydrographic survey vessel of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius. This marks the 18th joint hydrographic survey between the two nations. The mission underscores decades of maritime coordination and deepening strategic trust. The vessel isn’t just a floating gadget-lab; it’s a platform for cutting-edge ocean mapping,…

02 Oct

Namo Van Manesar and Land Reforms Drive Decisive Action in October 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 2: October kicked off with a bang. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav laid the foundation of Namo Van Manesar, while the Government of Gujarat prepared for a nationwide National Conference on Land Administration and Disaster Management. Two events, one message: India means business on conservation and governance. Namo Van Manesar Foundation Laid On October 2, 2025, Manesar got a green upgrade. Yadav, joined by Haryana Cabinet Minister Rao Narbir Singh, unveiled the foundation stone of Namo Van, part of Wildlife Week 2025, which runs from October 2 to 8. आज हरियाणा के मानेसर में #WildlifeWeek2025 समारोह कार्यक्रम…

01 Oct

RSS Centenary Celebrations: PM Modi Hails Century of Service

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New Delhi [India], October 1: A hundred years is a long time to prove a point. And the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) just pulled it off in front of the nation. At the grand centenary celebrations in the capital, Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn’t just attend, he stamped (literally) the Sangh’s century-long legacy with a commemorative coin and postage stamp. (RSS Centenary Celebrations) He called the RSS a “virtuous incarnation of India’s national consciousness.” That’s PM Modi-speak for: this organization has been in the trenches of India’s journey, weathering crises, building communities, and shaping the nation’s social muscle since 1925.…