A Big Leap in Defence Diplomacy

The Indian Army is hosting representatives from 11 nations for the first time in Exercise PRAGATI at the Foreign Training Node, Umroi, Meghalaya.The move highlights India's increasing focus on defence engagement, interoperability and security, in the Indo-Pacific and the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

India Steps Up Climate Commitment

India has submitted its updated climate targets for 2031–2035 to the UNFCCC. Approved by the Union Cabinet in March 2026, the revised plan signals stronger ambition on emissions reduction, clean energy expansion, and carbon sequestration, in line with India’s net-zero target for 2070.

A Strong Policy Signal for Innovation

At the World Intellectual Property Day in New Delhi, Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced a three-year waiver on intellectual property (IP) registration fees for the sports sector.

The move is designed to lower entry barriers for innovators and strengthen India’s position in the global sports economy by encouraging creativity, design, and technological development.

Mission-Mode Reform of Cooperative Banking.

Reserve Bank of India has initiated a country wide capacity building programme, called Mission SAKSHAM, of Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs). The project will enhance the quality of governance, operational resilience, and professionalise the industry without compromising its community-oriented nature.

A Major Push for High-Value Agriculture

Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority is setting up a basmati and organic training centre and demonstrating farm in Pilibhit district of Uttar Pradesh.The project has been advanced following the purchase of 7 acres of land in government agriculture farm in Tanda Bijesi village. The project is expected to be developed with a ₹15 crore investment, focusing on enhancing the production of premium basmati, supporting organic production, and improving farmers in terms of their export preparedness.