‘Siddha for Global Health’: Ministry of Ayush Highlights Traditional Medicine

The Ministry of Ayush will celebrate the 9th Siddha Day on 3 January 2026 at Kalaivanar Arangam, Chennai, in collaboration with leading national and state Siddha institutions. The event reflects the government’s sustained push to strengthen India’s traditional medical systems and integrate them into public health, research and global wellness frameworks.

Bulgaria Adopts Euro Amid Political Instability and Domestic Opposition

Bulgaria has formally become the 21st member of the eurozone, marking a decisive step towards deeper European integration. With this transition, Bulgaria has retired the lev, its national currency in circulation since 1881, and adopted the euro as legal tender. The move comes at a time of persistent political instability and vocal domestic opposition, particularly from pro-Russia political groups.

Rare Lowland Bird Recorded at Higher Altitudes in Uttarakhand’s Himalayas

In a noteworthy development for Himalayan biodiversity studies, the rare Sirkeer Malkoha has been recorded for the first time in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The sighting was made earlier this month by a forest department team from the Upper Yamuna Forest Division near Barkot, marking a significant addition to the district’s avifaunal records.

CQB Carbines and Heavyweight Torpedoes to Strengthen India’s Land and Maritime Combat Readiness

In a significant push towards defence modernisation and operational preparedness, the Ministry of Defence has signed procurement contracts worth ₹4,666 crore. The agreements cover the induction of Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbines for frontline troops and Heavyweight Torpedoes for submarines, reflecting a balanced focus on both land and maritime combat capabilities.

DRDO Validates Pralay Missile Through Salvo Launch, Boosting India’s Conventional Deterrence

India has taken a significant step in strengthening its battlefield missile capability with the successful user trial of the indigenous Pralay missile. The trial, conducted on December 31, 2025, validated the system’s operational readiness and underscored India’s growing self-reliance in advanced missile technologies under the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.