National News
India’s Pumped Storage Revolution: Greenko, Adani, JSW to Lead 51 GW Push by 2032
- India aims to expand its pumped storage hydropower capacity from under 5 GW to 51.24 GW by 2032, with Greenko, Adani Green, and JSW Energy leading development.
- Focused largely in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, these projects support grid stability and help manage variable solar and wind power.
- As battery energy storage faces global supply issues, pumped hydro remains a dominant and reliable storage solution globally.
Rashtrapati Bhavan Hosts Artists-in-Residence Programme to Promote Folk Art
- A week-long Kala Utsav held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan from May 20–27, 2025, featured the works of Madhubani and Gond artists under the Artists-in-Residence programme.
- President Droupadi Murmu appreciated the participants for their dedication to preserving India’s traditional art forms.
- The initiative highlights India’s cultural diversity, promotes folk art, and brings national attention to the talent of tribal and rural artisans.
State News
PM Modi laid the foundation stone for development projects worth over ₹24,000 crore in Dahod
- The Prime Minister’s visit to Dahod is in the news due to the inauguration and launch of multiple high-impact development projects worth over ₹24,000 crore.
- Key highlights include the successful rollout of India’s first 9,000-horsepower electric locomotive from Dahod, 100% electrification of Gujarat’s railway network, and announcements related to tribal welfare, including the ‘Dhartii Aaba Janjati Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan’ and the PM Janman Yojana.
- Additionally, PM Modi hailed “Operation Sindoor” as a reflection of India’s strong values and military strength, following a recent terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir.
Gujarat Achieves 100% Rail Electrification: A Step Towards Green Mobility
- Gujarat has become the 24th State/UT in India to achieve 100% rail electrification, reinforcing Indian Railways’ commitment to green mobility and net-zero emissions by 2030.
- Announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this milestone aligns with the inauguration of the Dahod Electric Locomotive Factory, which will produce India’s first 9000 HP electric freight engines.
- With an average electrification speed of 16 km/day, India ranks second globally, behind only Switzerland, and aims to electrify the entire broad gauge network by FY 2025–26.
Business News
LIC Creates History with Guinness World Record in Insurance Sales
- The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has made global headlines by securing a Guinness World Record for the highest number of life insurance policies sold in 24 hours.
- Achieved on January 20, 2025, this feat involved over 452,000 agents and led to the issuance of 588,107 policies.
- The initiative, called Mad Million Day, was driven by LIC’s CEO Siddhartha Mohanty, reflecting LIC’s commitment to financial inclusion, agent empowerment, and its dominant role in India’s life insurance industry.
Awards News
India Shines in 2025 Breakthrough Prize for LHC Discoveries
- India has been recognized on the global scientific stage as part of the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics, awarded for groundbreaking research at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).
- Indian scientists, particularly in the ALICE and CMS experiments at CERN, contributed to discoveries related to Higgs boson, quark-gluon plasma, and physics beyond the Standard Model.
- The recognition highlights India’s historic and ongoing leadership in detector development, computing infrastructure, data analysis, and student training, making it a key partner in international scientific collaboration.
Ranks & Reports News
NITI Aayog Charts Roadmap for Medium Enterprises as Future Growth Engines
- NITI Aayog’s “Designing a Policy for Medium Enterprises” report marks a critical step toward enhancing the competitiveness of a largely untapped segment of the MSME sector.
- Despite representing just 0.3% of MSMEs, medium enterprises contribute significantly to exports, showcasing immense potential.
- The report presents a policy framework centered on financial support, Industry 4.0, R&D, testing infrastructure, custom skilling, and a centralized digital portal to strengthen their capabilities.
- These measures aim to position medium enterprises as the backbone of industrial growth, aligning with the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.
Summits & Conferences News
India Champions Inclusive Industrial Growth at 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting in Brasília
- India’s participation in the 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting in Brasília reflected its leadership in promoting inclusive industrial growth through initiatives like the BRICS Startup Knowledge Hub, support for MSMEs, and focus on digital transformation under Industry 4.0.
- With over 954 million internet users and a robust startup and MSME ecosystem, India advocated for collaborative governance guided by principles of Sahyog, Samanjasya, Samagrata, and Sarvasammati.
- This event also marked the inclusion of six new BRICS members, expanding cooperation across the Global South.
Sports News
India to Host Khelo India Northeast Games Annually: A Boost for Regional Sports
- The Indian government has announced the annual rotation of Khelo India Northeast Games across the eight northeastern states, aiming to boost regional sports infrastructure, promote traditional games, and discover young talent.
- With significant investments in grassroots development, new talent scouting technologies, and dedicated programs like the ASMITA League, the initiative positions the Northeast as a crucial player in India’s sports future.
- The announcement reflects India’s growing ambitions on the global sports stage, including bids for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and 2036 Olympics.
Miao Lijie Named Ambassador for FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025
- China will host the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 in Shenzhen from July 13–20, with Miao Lijie, a FIBA Hall of Famer and national icon, serving as the event ambassador.
- Miao’s remarkable career, including multiple gold medals, Olympic appearances, and a WNBA title, makes her an inspirational figure for the tournament.
- Her appointment underscores China’s basketball legacy and aims to attract global attention and local enthusiasm for women’s basketball.
Kush Maini Creates History with First Indian Win in Formula 2
- Kush Maini has scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race, achieving this remarkable feat at the Monaco Grand Prix Sprint Race on May 24, 2025.
- Driving for Dams Lucas Oil, Maini’s composed drive from pole to podium was a moment of national pride, amplified by the presence of Indian motorsport patrons like Gautam Singhania. This win is expected to serve as a turning point for Indian motorsport aspirations.
Arsenal Triumphs Over Barcelona to Win Women’s Champions League 2025
- Arsenal stunned defending champions Barcelona 1-0 in the 2025 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final, clinching their second title after 18 years. Stina Blackstenius scored the match-winner in Lisbon, assisted by Beth Mead, ending Barcelona’s hopes of a three-peat.
- The victory marked a turning point for English women’s football, highlighting the growing strength and competitiveness of WSL clubs in Europe.
Science & Technology News
From 7,516 km to 11,099 km: India’s New Coastal Length Explained
- India has officially revised the length of its coastline from 7,516.6 km to 11,098.8 km, not due to territorial expansion, but because of improved measurement methods using high-resolution tools like GIS, LIDAR, and satellite data.
- This change, rooted in the coastline paradox and fractal geometry, has practical implications for maritime security, disaster response, and environmental planning.
- The update highlights how better tools can reshape our understanding of geography.
China’s Tianwen-2 Mission Targets Quasi-Satellite Kamo‘oalewa
- China’s Tianwen-2 mission will attempt to explore and collect samples from 469219 Kamo‘oalewa, a rare quasi-satellite that could hold answers to the Moon’s origin and orbital dynamics.
- The mission employs innovative sampling techniques and, if successful, will solidify China’s position in the global space race.
- The scientific significance and technical challenges of this mission mark it as a major step forward in planetary exploration and asteroid science.
Tamil Nadu Launches Space Industrial Policy to Boost Investment and Jobs
- The Tamil Nadu government has launched a dedicated Space Industrial Policy to position the state as a hub for space research, manufacturing, and innovation.
- With targets of ₹10,000 crore in investments and 10,000 new jobs, the policy includes attractive incentives for companies in R&D, electronics, and green technology.
- By leveraging existing ISRO infrastructure and institutional support, Tamil Nadu aims to contribute significantly to the Indian space ecosystem.
Important Days News
UN Declares 25th May as World Football Day
- In May 2024, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to mark 25 May as World Football Day.
- The resolution, led by Libya and supported by over 160 nations, commemorates the 100-year anniversary of football’s representation at the 1924 Paris Olympics.
- Football, governed globally by FIFA, has evolved from medieval England to become the most popular sport in the world. The move celebrates the sport’s role in promoting peace, education, development, and health, especially with 2024 Paris Olympics coinciding with this historic centenary.
World Thyroid Day 2025: Theme, Importance, and Prevention Tips
- World Thyroid Day 2025, celebrated on 25 May, aims to raise global awareness about thyroid disorders—the second most common endocrine disease after diabetes.
- With India facing a significant thyroid burden affecting over 4.2 crore people, the day highlights the need for early diagnosis, adequate iodine intake, and public health interventions like salt iodisation.
- Conditions like hypothyroidism, goitre, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, and thyroid cancer demand attention through education, screening, and lifestyle management.
UN Observes International Week of Solidarity with Non-Self-Governing Territories (May 25–31)
- The International Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories, observed from May 25 to 31, reinforces the United Nations’ commitment to decolonization and the right to self-determination.
- Established in 1999, the week focuses on the 17 remaining territories worldwide that have not yet attained full self-governance.
- Through this observance, the UN urges global solidarity, promotes dialogue, and mobilizes support to help these communities secure their political, social, and economic futures. Key themes include awareness, self-rule, human rights, support, and sustainable development.
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