Paliyar families petition for revenue village recognition in Dindigul

Seventeen families belonging to the Paliyar tribe from Shanmugam Parai Paliyarkudi in Periyammapatti panchayat of Palani taluk, Dindigul district, have approached the district administration seeking formal recognition of their settlement as a revenue village. The petition highlights long-standing concerns over land rights, culturally appropriate housing, and access to basic welfare services.

India offers major reconstruction assistance to Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah

India has proposed a $450 million assistance package to support Sri Lanka’s reconstruction efforts following the widespread devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The announcement was made during the visit of India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to Colombo, underscoring New Delhi’s role as both a first responder and a long-term development partner in the Indian Ocean region.

FDA clears first prescription oral iron medicine for children

In a significant advance for paediatric healthcare, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first prescription oral medicine to treat iron deficiency in children aged 10 years and above. The decision expands therapeutic options beyond dietary supplements and injectable treatments, addressing a widespread but often underdiagnosed nutritional disorder among school-age children and adolescents.

SG Pipers crowned champions of Global Chess League 2025

SG Pipers scripted a memorable triumph by clinching the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025 title, defeating two-time defending champions Continental Kings in the final held in New Delhi. The victory in the third edition of the franchise-based league highlighted the Pipers’ ability to peak at the right moment after an inconsistent league-stage campaign.

Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 Highlights India’s Push for Research and Innovation

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 on leading scientists at a special ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. The national science awards celebrate exceptional and inspiring contributions in science, technology, and innovation, underlining India’s growing focus on research-driven development and scientific excellence.