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Assam to Translate Bhupen Hazarika Biography into 23 Languages to Reach Millions
Assam to Translate Bhupen Hazarika Biography into 23 Languages to Reach Millions
Why in News?
- As part of the birth centenary celebrations of the legendary musician and Bharat Ratna awardee Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, the Assam government has announced plans to translate his biography into 23 Indian languages. This initiative aims to distribute the translated biographies across four lakh libraries, colleges, universities, and government offices nationwide.
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Authorship and Distribution: The biography, authored by renowned writer Anuradha Sharma Pujari, will undergo a peer review process before being sent to 10 lakh families across Assam.
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Centenary Celebrations Committee: A core committee has been formed to oversee the centenary celebrations, comprising Dr. Hazarika’s family members, including his son Tez Hazarika, grandson Sage Hazarika, brother Samar Hazarika, and sister-in-law Manisha Hazarika, along with other close associates.
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Inaugural Event: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted the invitation to be the Chief Guest at the inaugural event in Guwahati. The state plans to commemorate the centenary with year-long events across the country, including cities like New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and regions like Arunachal Pradesh.
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Commemorative Coin Proposal: The Assam government has proposed issuing a commemorative coin in honor of Dr. Hazarika and has sent formal requests to the Finance Minister and the Reserve Bank of India.
PM Modi Unveils ₹300 Coin Honouring Ahilyabai Holkar on Her 300th Birth Anniversary
PM Modi Unveils ₹300 Coin Honouring Ahilyabai Holkar on Her 300th Birth Anniversary
Why in News?
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a special ₹300 commemorative coin to mark the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, the esteemed 18th-century ruler of Malwa. The event took place during the Women Empowerment Maha Sammelan at Jamboree Maidan in Bhopal.
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Commemorative Coin Release: The ₹300 coin, issued by the Union Ministry of Culture, features an embossed image of Ahilyabai Holkar, paying tribute to her enduring legacy. The Finance Ministry issued an official gazette notification regarding the release of this special edition coin.
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Tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar: Prime Minister Modi garlanded the statue of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar and offered his respects on this momentous occasion. Born on May 31, 1725, in Chondi, Maharashtra, Ahilyabai Holkar is widely celebrated for her enlightened leadership and progressive social reforms. Following the untimely loss of her husband and son, she ascended the throne of Indore in 1767 and ruled wisely for nearly three decades. She played a crucial role in fostering trade, restoring temples, and advancing infrastructure projects, including the reconstruction of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, solidifying her reputation as the Philosopher Queen of Malwa.
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Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Prize: During the event, Prime Minister Modi presented the Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Prize to Dr. Jaymati Kashyap of Bastar, Chhattisgarh, in recognition of her efforts to preserve the Gondi language and her work in rescuing many women from human trafficking.
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Cultural and Development Initiatives: The grand gathering marked the culmination of ten days of events honouring Ahilyabai Holkar’s contributions, held across Madhya Pradesh. Addressing the massive audience, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment and progressive development.
Shubhanshu Shukla Set to Become Second Indian in Space with SpaceX Launch on June 8
Shubhanshu Shukla Set to Become Second Indian in Space with SpaceX Launch on June 8
Why in News?
- Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a distinguished test pilot from the Indian Air Force, is poised to become the second Indian to travel to space, four decades after Rakesh Sharma’s historic 1984 mission. He will serve as the pilot for Axiom Space’s fourth commercial mission (Ax-4) to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled for launch on June 8, 2025, at 6:41 PM IST from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
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Historic Milestone: Shukla’s journey marks India’s return to human spaceflight after more than 40 years, symbolizing a significant achievement in the nation’s space exploration endeavors.
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International Collaboration: The Ax-4 mission is a collaborative effort involving Axiom Space, NASA, ISRO, and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), highlighting India’s growing participation in global space missions.
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Scientific Endeavors: During the 14-day mission aboard the ISS, Shukla will conduct approximately 60 scientific studies, including seven experiments developed by ISRO and five joint studies with NASA. These experiments focus on space nutrition and self-sustaining life support systems, such as sprouting fenugreek and green gram in microgravity conditions.
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Crew Composition: Alongside Shukla, the Ax-4 crew includes veteran U.S. astronaut Peggy Whitson as commander, and mission specialists Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski from Poland and Tibor Kapu from Hungary, marking the first ISS missions for both European nations.
“Viksit Bharat Requires Thriving Agriculture, Prosperous Farmers”: Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Bihar
“Viksit Bharat Requires Thriving Agriculture, Prosperous Farmers”: Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Bihar
Why in News?
- Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the critical role of agriculture in achieving the vision of a developed India, or “Viksit Bharat,” during his visit to Bihar. He highlighted ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and farmer prosperity.
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Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA): Launched on May 29, 2025, this 15-day nationwide campaign aims to bridge the gap between agricultural research and field-level implementation. Over 2,000 scientists are visiting 700 farms across the country to educate farmers on modern farming techniques, including advanced technology in agriculture and fisheries.
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Foundation of Agricultural Projects: During his visit to the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Piprakothi, East Champaran, Chouhan laid the foundation stones for agricultural projects worth ₹6 crore. He praised the KVK’s efforts in promoting agricultural development in Bihar.
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Record Foodgrain Production: India’s foodgrain production has reached a record high of 354 million tonnes in the 2024-25 period. Chouhan attributed this achievement to farmer-friendly policies, including increased minimum support prices (MSP) and timely provision of subsidized fertilizers.
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Focus on Pulses and Oilseeds: While overall foodgrain production has increased, Chouhan emphasized the need to accelerate the output of pulses and oilseeds to meet domestic demand and reduce import dependency.
Tripura to Transform Ludhua Tea Estate into ₹32-Crore Eco-Tourism Hub
Tripura to Transform Ludhua Tea Estate into ₹32-Crore Eco-Tourism Hub
Why in News?
- The Tripura government has announced plans to develop the Ludhua Tea Estate in Sabroom, South Tripura, into a modern eco-tourism destination with an estimated investment of ₹32 crore. This initiative aims to enhance the state’s tourism sector by leveraging its natural beauty and tea heritage.
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Project Overview: The Ludhua Tea Estate spans 22 acres and is known for producing quality black and green teas. The proposed eco-tourism project will feature a scenic lake with boating facilities, a unique roof bridge, children’s play areas, nature trails, and spaces showcasing local handicrafts and traditional cuisine.
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Implementation Timeline: A detailed project report (DPR) is currently being prepared. The tender process is expected to commence within the next one and a half months, with construction slated to begin within three months.
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Vision for Tourism: Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury emphasized the state’s commitment to identifying and developing promising locations to boost tourism. He likened the natural beauty of Ludhua Tea Estate to that of Darjeeling, highlighting its potential to offer a similar experience to visitors.
Strengthening Medium Enterprises as a Catalyst for MSME Growth
Strengthening Medium Enterprises as a Catalyst for MSME Growth
Why in News?
- The NITI Aayog has released a report titled “Designing a Policy for Medium Enterprises,” highlighting the pivotal role of medium enterprises in India’s MSME sector. Despite constituting only 0.3% of the total MSME units, medium enterprises contribute approximately 40% to the sector’s exports, underscoring their significant impact on economic performance.
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Structural Imbalance: The MSME sector exhibits a structural skew, with medium enterprises, though few in number, contributing disproportionately to exports and economic output.
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Policy Recommendations: The report advocates for targeted interventions to bolster medium enterprises, including:
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Technology Upgrades: Facilitating access to advanced technologies to enhance productivity.
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Skill Development: Implementing training programs to upskill the workforce.
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Infrastructure Improvements: Investing in infrastructure to support business operations.
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Financial Support: Providing strategic financial assistance to ensure sustained growth.
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Economic Significance: Medium enterprises serve as a bridge between small businesses and large corporations, playing a crucial role in supply chains and contributing to employment generation.
India’s ‘Tiger Man’ Valmik Thapar Passes Away at 73 in Delhi
India’s ‘Tiger Man’ Valmik Thapar Passes Away at 73 in Delhi
Why in News?
- Renowned wildlife conservationist Valmik Thapar, widely known as India’s ‘Tiger Man’, passed away at his Kautilya Marg residence in New Delhi on May 31, 2025, after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 73 years old.
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Pioneering Conservationist: Valmik Thapar dedicated over four decades to wildlife conservation, particularly focusing on tiger preservation. He co-founded the Ranthambhore Foundation in 1988, emphasizing community-based wildlife preservation.
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Policy Influence: Thapar served on more than 150 central and state government committees, contributing significantly to wildlife policy formulation. He was a member of the Tiger Task Force in 2005, where he advocated for stringent anti-poaching laws and the protection of natural tiger habitats.
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Literary and Media Contributions: An accomplished author and filmmaker, Thapar produced numerous books and documentaries on India’s natural habitats, collaborating with platforms like the BBC, Animal Planet, Discovery, and National Geographic.
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Personal Life: Born in 1952 to journalist Romesh Thapar, Valmik was married to theatre artist Sanjana Kapoor, daughter of actor Shashi Kapoor. They have a son named Hamir.
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Tributes: Prominent figures, including Congress leader Jairam Ramesh and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, expressed deep condolences, highlighting Thapar’s unparalleled contributions to wildlife conservation.
Non-Stop Jorhat–Delhi Flights to Commence in September 2025
Non-Stop Jorhat–Delhi Flights to Commence in September 2025
Why in News?
- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that IndiGo Airlines will launch non-stop flights between Jorhat and Delhi starting mid-September 2025. This development follows his meeting with IndiGo’s leadership in New Delhi, aiming to enhance air connectivity in Assam.
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Direct Jorhat–Delhi Flights: IndiGo to commence non-stop flights between Jorhat and Delhi from mid-September 2025.
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Enhanced Connectivity: The existing Delhi–Dibrugarh service will now include a Guwahati stopover, offering more convenient morning connectivity between major cities in Assam.
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Morning Guwahati–Silchar Flight: IndiGo plans to restructure its schedule to introduce a morning flight on the Guwahati–Silchar route
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New Guwahati–Navi Mumbai Service: A direct flight linking Guwahati and Navi Mumbai is slated for launch in the Winter 2025–26 schedule.
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Lilabari Airport Operations: IndiGo has agreed to assess the feasibility of launching scheduled flights from Lilabari Airport in North Lakhimpur.
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UDAN Scheme Enhancement: Discussions with the Union Civil Aviation Minister focused on improving air connectivity and aviation infrastructure across the Northeast, with an emphasis on making the UDAN regional connectivity scheme more effective.
FSSAI Bans ‘100%’ Claims in Food Labelling and Promotions to Prevent Misleading Consumers
FSSAI Bans ‘100%’ Claims in Food Labelling and Promotions to Prevent Misleading Consumers
Why in News?
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a directive prohibiting food companies from using the term “100%” in product labelling, packaging, and promotional materials. This move aims to prevent misleading claims about product purity or quality that could deceive consumers.
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Undefined Terminology: The term “100%” is not defined under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, or its associated regulations. Its usage can create a false impression of absolute purity or superiority.
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Regulatory Compliance: Sub-regulation 10(7) of the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Regulations, 2018, prohibits advertisements or claims that mislead consumers or disparage other products.
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Previous Actions: In June 2024, FSSAI directed food business operators to remove “100% fruit juice” claims from labels and advertisements of reconstituted fruit juices.
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Legal Precedent: In April, FSSAI informed the Delhi High Court that Dabur’s claim of “100% fruit” in its beverages was misleading, as the products contained water and fruit concentrates.
PM Modi Unveils ₹48,500 Crore Development Projects in Bihar to Boost Infrastructure and Connectivity
PM Modi Unveils ₹48,500 Crore Development Projects in Bihar to Boost Infrastructure and Connectivity
Why in News?
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth approximately ₹48,500 crore in Bihar. The initiatives span across transportation, energy, railways, and connectivity sectors, aiming to accelerate the state’s economic growth and infrastructural development.
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Major Infrastructure Projects:
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Roadways: Inauguration of the Patna-Gaya-Dobhi four-lane road and the four-lane elevated corridor in Gopalganj.
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Railways: Launch of the automatic block signalling system from Sasaram to Anugrah Narayan Road and the third railway line between Sonnagar-Muhammadganj.
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Energy: Foundation stone laid for three 800 MW units in phase two of the Navinagar thermal power plant.
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Airport Development:
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Patna Airport: Inauguration of a new terminal at Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, enhancing passenger capacity and modernizing facilities.
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Bihta Airport: Foundation stone laid for a new civil enclave, aiming to improve regional air connectivity.
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Public Rally in Bikramganj:
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PM Modi addressed a massive public rally in Bikramganj, Rohtas district, emphasizing the government’s commitment to Bihar’s development.
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Security Measures:
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Over 5,000 security personnel were deployed, including police officers, magistrates, and security staff, to ensure the safety of attendees during the events.
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