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The Government of Maharashtra has launched the “Sardh Shatabdi Mahotsav” to commemorate the 150th anniversary of India’s national song, ‘Vande Mataram’. The celebrations began on 7 November 2025 at the Mantralaya’s Trimurti courtyard in Mumbai, inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The initiative honours the song’s deep historical and emotional significance in India’s freedom movement.

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According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Emissions Gap Report 2025, titled “Off Target”, India recorded the highest absolute increase in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally during 2023–24, adding 165 million tonnes of GHGs. Although India maintains one of the lowest per capita emissions among major economies, its total emissions growth has drawn global attention ahead of the COP30 Climate Summit in Belém, Brazil.

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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have appointed Malolan Rangarajan, former Tamil Nadu all-rounder and long-time RCB staff member, as the head coach of the RCB Women’s team ahead of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. His promotion marks a major leadership transition for the franchise as it looks to build on its recent success and prepare for the next phase of growth.

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The EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025 showcases a significant rise in charitable contributions by India’s leading business families, with total donations reaching Rs10,380 crore, marking an 85% increase in just three years. The list reflects India’s evolving culture of structured and impactful giving, led by industrialists who are investing heavily in education, healthcare, and social development.

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Varanasi is set to host the fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 4.0) from December 2 to 15, 2025, marking another milestone in strengthening India’s cultural unity. The event celebrates the historic and spiritual bond between Kashi (Varanasi) and Tamil Nadu, symbolising the essence of “Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat.”