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Jaishankar Inaugurates ‘From Shunya to Ananta’ Exhibition at UN Headquarters
India’s ancient mathematical wisdom took centre stage at the United Nations headquarters in New York as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurated a special...
International Nurses Day: Honouring the Backbone of Healthcare
Every year on May 12, the world observes International Nurses Day to recognise the dedication, compassion, and invaluable contributions of nurses to society. The...
US Proposes Higher Minimum Wages for H-1B Workers
The United States Department of Labor issued a proposed rule on 27 March 2026 to raise minimum salary thresholds for H-1B visa workers. The...
World Migratory Bird Day: Celebrating Nature’s Great Travellers and the Need to Protect Them
Every year, millions of birds undertake extraordinary journeys across continents, oceans and mountain ranges in search of food, breeding grounds and favourable climates. These...
Sir David Attenborough Turns 100: A Century of Wildlife Storytelling and Conservation
Sir David Attenborough, the renowned British broadcaster, natural historian, and author, marked his 100th birthday on 8 May 2026. He is globally celebrated for...
US CDC Classifies Hantavirus Outbreak as Level 3 Emergency Response
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially classified the recent hantavirus outbreak as a Level 3 emergency response. The...
Instagram Ends End-to-End Encryption for Direct Messages Globally, Sparking Privacy Debate
Instagram users will no longer be able to send ultra-private direct messages after parent company Meta decided to switch off end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for...
Hantavirus: Understanding the Rare but Dangerous Virus Making Headlines
A recent outbreak of Hantavirus linked to a cruise ship has once again brought global attention to a virus that is rare, but potentially...
World Ovarian Cancer Day 2026: Raising Awareness for the Silent Threat
Every year on May 8, the world observes World Ovarian Cancer Day to spread awareness about ovarian cancer, one of the most serious and...
World Thalassaemia Day 2026: Spreading Awareness, Inspiring Hope
Every year on May 8, the world observes World Thalassaemia Day to raise awareness about thalassaemia, a serious inherited blood disorder that affects thousands...
World Red Cross Day 2026: Honouring Humanity Beyond Borders
Every year on May 8, the world observes World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day to celebrate the spirit of compassion, service, and humanity....
Milind Soman Conquers the Strait of Gibraltar at 60: A Remarkable Test of Endurance and Willpower
Indian fitness icon and actor Milind Soman has once again inspired millions with an extraordinary feat of endurance. On May 1, 2026, the 60-year-old...
Rubio to Visit India for Quad Talks in May 2026
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to visit India in May 2026 for bilateral talks and the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting...
Meet Monk Gabi: South Korea’ First Humanoid Robot
South Korea introduced its first humanoid robot monk, Gabi, at a Buddhist ceremony at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul on 6 May, 2026. The robot was...
World Athletics Day 2026: Celebrating the Spirit of Speed, Strength, and Endurance
Every year, sports enthusiasts across the globe come together to celebrate World Athletics Day, observed in early May to promote fitness, sportsmanship, and the...