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NASA Prepares Artemis II for First Crewed Lunar Mission in 50 Years

Jan 15, 2026

NASA Nears Launch Readiness for Crewed Artemis II Lunar Flyby

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is entering the final phase of preparations for Artemis II, its first crewed mission under the Artemis programme, targeted for launch as early as February 6, 2026. The mission represents a historic step in humanity’s return to the Moon, reviving crewed lunar exploration more than fifty years after the Apollo era.

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World Bank Upgrades India’s GDP Growth Forecast to 7.2 Percent for FY26

Jan 15, 2026

World Bank Raises India’s Growth Forecast to 7.2% for FY 2025–26

The World Bank has upgraded India’s economic growth outlook, projecting GDP growth of 7.2 per cent for the 2025–26 fiscal year. The upward revision reflects the strength of domestic demand, continuity of structural reforms, and India’s ability to withstand global trade headwinds. The assessment was presented in the Bank’s flagship Global Economic Prospects report.

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Delhi Launches 81 New Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to Boost Primary Healthcare

Jan 15, 2026

Delhi Expands Primary Healthcare Network with 81 New Ayushman Arogya Mandirs

The Delhi government has taken a major step towards strengthening neighbourhood-level healthcare by inaugurating 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs across the national capital. The expansion, launched on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, underlines the government’s commitment to accessible, affordable, and preventive healthcare for all residents.

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Army Day 2026: India’s Missile Power and the Foundations of Strategic Deterrence

Jan 15, 2026

Army Day 2026: India’s Missile Arsenal and the Evolution of Strategic Deterrence

India marks Army Day every year on January 15 to honour the legacy of military leadership and professionalism that has shaped the Indian Army since Independence. As the nation commemorates the appointment of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1949, attention has also turned to the missile systems that now form a critical pillar of India’s national security architecture.

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Responsible Nations Index Launch: Measuring Governance, Sustainability and Global Conduct

Jan 15, 2026

Responsible Nations Index to Debut: A New Global Benchmark for Ethical Governance and Sustainability

A new global framework to evaluate how responsibly nations govern, protect the environment, and engage with the international community is set to be unveiled with the launch of the Responsible Nations Index on January 19. The initiative reflects a growing international shift towards measuring national progress beyond economic output, with greater focus on ethics, sustainability, and cooperative global conduct.

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