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On 14 April, India commemorates Ambedkar Jayanti, marking the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, one of the most influential architects of modern India and a leading social reformer who championed equality and justice. Early Life and Education Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was born on 14 April 1891 into a Dalit (Scheduled Caste) family, and he experienced severe caste-based discrimination from an early age. Role in Framing the Constitution Dr. Ambedkar is widely regarded as the pr

India Joins Tropical Forest Forever Facility as Observer

India Joins Tropical Forest Forever Facility as Observer Recently, at the Leaders’ Summit in Belém, Brazil, India announced that it would join the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) as an Observer. The move aligns India with global efforts to finance forest conservation and reduce carbon emissions. What is the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF)? Aspect Details TFFF A global mechanism designed to financially reward count

Karnataka: First State to Introduce Paid Menstrual Leave

Karnataka: First State to Introduce Paid Menstrual Leave The Karnataka Cabinet approved the Menstrual Leave Policy, 2025, making Karnataka the first state in India to introduce paid menstrual leave on such a scale. Under the policy, women employees in both public and private sectors will receive one day of paid menstrual leave every month. Key Features of the Policy Component Details Policy Name Menstrual Leave Policy, 2025. State

03 May, 2026
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Viksit Rajasthan@2047

Viksit Rajasthan@2047 In October 2025, the Rajasthan government released its vision document “Viksit Rajasthan@2047”. The document aims to make Rajasthan a $4.3 trillion economy by 2047. Key Highlights Component Details Vision Document “Viksit Rajasthan@2047”. Released By Released by the Rajasthan government. Economic Target Aims to make Rajasthan a $4.3 trillion economy by 2047.

03 May, 2026
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Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025

Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 Aspect Details Host City/Country Turin, Piedmont, Italy. India at the Event India won a total of 33 medals, including 8 gold, 18 silver and 7 bronze. PT Facts Host: The Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 were hosted in Turin, Italy. India: India won 33 medals at the event. Medal Breakup: India’s tally included 8 gold, 18 silver and 7 bronze.

Persons&Personality (First Woman in India)

First Woman in India & Global Milestones Person Achievement Prof. Uma Kanjilal Became the first woman Vice-Chancellor of IGNOU. Kishori Solanke Appointed as the first woman Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the President of India. Sanae Takaichi Became Japan’s first female Prime Minister. Medha Roopam Became the first woman District Magistrate of Noida. Sonali Mishra Became the first woman Dire