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The Election Commission of India (ECI) will host the inaugural India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management 2026 (IICDEM 2026) at Bharat Mandapam. The conference aims to bring together global stakeholders to discuss best practices, challenges, and innovations in election management and democratic governance. About IICDEM 2026 The conference will be a three-day international event beginning on 21 January 2026 in New Delhi. It is being organized by the India Intern

INS Sudarshini

The INS Sudarshini will undertake the flagship voyage of Lokayan 26, a 10-month transoceanic expedition covering over 22,000 nautical miles and visiting multiple international ports. The expedition highlights India’s maritime heritage, naval training, and international engagement. About INS Sudarshini INS Sudarshini is an indigenously built Sail Training Ship (STS) of the Indian Navy. It was built by Goa Shipyard Limited. The ship is based at Kochi under the Sout

Geomagnetic Storms

Recently, a powerful G4 (Severe) Geomagnetic Storm triggered by intense solar activity illuminated the night skies with spectacular auroras visible across several continents. Such storms occur when disturbances from the Sun interact with Earth’s magnetic environment. What is a Geomagnetic Storm? A Geomagnetic Storm is a major disturbance in the Earth's Magnetosphere, the magnetic shield that surrounds Earth and protects it from harmful solar radiation. These storms occur w

United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) will commemorate its 80th anniversary on 23 January 2026. It is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, responsible for coordinating global efforts in economic, social, cultural, humanitarian, and development-related fields. About ECOSOC The United Nations Economic and Social Council was established in 1945 under the Charter of the United Nations. It plays a key role in promoting international cooperation and sustai

Parbati Giri

Recently, the Prime Minister paid tribute to Parbati Giri on the occasion of her birth centenary, recognising her significant contribution to India’s freedom struggle and her lifelong service to society. About Parbati Giri Parbati Giri was a prominent freedom fighter and social worker from Odisha. She is popularly known as the “Mother Teresa of Western Odisha” and was also given the epithet “Banhi-kanya” (daughter of fire) for her fearless participation in

India’s Labour Codes

India’s labour reforms through the four labour codes represent a major transformation in the country’s labour governance framework. The reforms aim to integrate social security, income protection, and long-term financial safeguards into employment relationships. By expanding coverage and formalising employment structures, the labour codes seek to strengthen financial inclusion, worker welfare, and economic stability. Key Features of India’s New Labour Codes Uniform De