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PM Modi Receives Norway Highest Civilian Honour

May 19, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received Norway's top civilian honour. It is called the Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit. He got this award on 18th May during his visit to Oslo. This is his 32nd international award. It shows how strong India's friendship with European countries has become. Just one day earlier, Sweden also honoured him. This was PM Modi's first visit to Norway in 43 years.

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Teen Sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Creates IPL History

May 19, 2026

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At just 15 years old, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has done something no other Indian has done before. He hit the most sixes in a single IPL season. The Rajasthan Royals star broke Abhishek Sharma's old record of 42 sixes. Now, Vaibhav has 43 sixes in only 12 matches. He is a true cricket hero for young fans.

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India–Norway Green Strategic Partnership: A New Era of Sustainable Cooperation

May 19, 2026

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India and Norway elevated their bilateral relationship to a Green Strategic Partnership on 18 May 2026 during high-level discussions in Oslo between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. The partnership aims to deepen cooperation in clean energy, green shipping, maritime security, digital technology, space collaboration, and the blue economy. The initiative reflects the growing focus of both countries on sustainable development and future-oriented economic growth.

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West Bengal Approves Free Bus Travel and Rs3,000 Monthly Aid for Women

May 18, 2026

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On 18 May 2026, the West Bengal government approved two big schemes for women. The first is free bus travel on all state-run buses. The second is the Annapurna Yojana (also called Annapurna Bhandar Scheme). Under this, eligible women will get ₹3,000 per month. Both schemes will start on 1 June 2026. This is a major step to help women with transport and household expenses.

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Anaimangalam Copper Plates-Leiden Plates-Come Back Home After 300 Years

May 18, 2026

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The Netherlands has returned the 11th-century Anaimangalam Copper Plates to India. These plates are also called the Leiden Plates. They were handed over during the Prime Minister’s recent visit to the Netherlands. The plates belong to the Chola Empire. They give valuable information about maritime trade, religious tolerance, and cultural exchange between India and Southeast Asia.

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