International News

India-Italy Strengthen Strategic Partnership with Focus on Trade, Defence, and IMEEC



India and Italy have strengthened their Strategic Partnership by advancing cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, and connectivity, notably through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and the Joint Strategic Action Plan (JSAP) 2025–29.

Milkfed Launches ‘Veera’ Mascot for Verka to Boost Nationwide Presence



Milkfed Punjab has launched a new mascot ‘Veera’—a smiling Sikh boy with folded hands—for its flagship dairy brand Verka, aiming to boost national recognition similar to the Amul Girl.

As the 7th largest milk cooperative in India, Milkfed also announced e-commerce integration to expand Verka’s global market reach, making ‘Veera’ a strategic tool for branding and cultural resonance.

Awards News

Aamir Khan Honoured at Macau Comedy Festival 2025


Bollywood icon Aamir Khan made headlines at the Macau International Comedy Festival 2025 in China, where he was honored with the ‘Master Humor Award’ from April 9-13, 2025.

Known as ‘Uncle Mi’ in China, Aamir has enjoyed immense popularity, with his films like 3 Idiots (2009), PK (2014), and Dangal (2016) earning huge success in the country, particularly the latter, which grossed over ₹1000 crore (~$193M).

P. Sivakami Honoured with Verchol Dalit Literary Award 2025


On April 13, 2025, renowned writer, retired IAS officer, and social activist P. Sivakami received the Verchol Dalit Literary Award from Neelam Cultural Centre, founded by Pa. Ranjith, in Chennai, along with a ₹1 lakh prize.

Sports News

ICC Initiative to Support Displaced Afghan Women Cricketers



The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formed a dedicated task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers, in collaboration with BCCI, ECB, and Cricket Australia (CA)..

ICC Chair Jay Shah stressed the role of cricket as a unifying force and reaffirmed the ICC’s commitment to global unity and equal opportunities in cricket.

Oscar Piastri Wins 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix


Oscar Piastri of McLaren triumphed at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, securing his second win of the season by a dominant 15.499 seconds.

Indian Men’s Recurve Team Wins Silver in Stage 1 At Archery World Cup 25


India’s recurve men’s archery team—Dhiraj Bommadevara, Atanu Das, and Tarundeep Rai—clinched a silver medal at the Archery World Cup 2025, Stage 1 in Auburndale, Florida, after a 1-5 loss to China in the final.

Virat Kohli’s 100th T20 Half-Century A Landmark for King


Virat Kohli achieved a historic milestone in IPL 2025, scoring his 100th T20 half-century with a match-winning unbeaten 62 off 45 balls against Rajasthan Royals in Match 28 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.

Carlos Alcaraz Wins 2025 Monte Carlo Masters


Carlos Alcaraz clinched the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters 2025 title with a stunning comeback victory over Lorenzo Musetti, winning 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 in a 1-hour 54-minute final.

India Finishes Second Overall in First ISSF World Cup 2025


India made a strong start to the 2025 ISSF World Cup, finishing 2nd overall with 8 medals (4 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze) across rifle, pistol, and shotgun events. The standout performers included Sift Kaur Samra, Rudrankksh Patil, Suruchi, and Vijayveer Sidhu, each clinching gold..

Important Days News

BR Ambedkar Remembrance Day History, Significance, Contributions


Ambedkar Jayantis, observed on April 14, commemorates Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of India’s Constitution and a pioneering social reformer who championed equality, social justice, and human rights, especially for marginalized communities.

World Chagas Disease Day 2025, Date, Theme, Significance


World Chagas Disease Day 2025 highlights the global impact of Chagas disease, a “silent and silenced” parasitic illness caused by Trypanosoma cruzi, and stresses the need for equitable healthcare and collective responsibility in its prevention, control, and care.

Bohag Bihu 2025: A Celebration of Assamese New Year and Harvest Joy


Bohag Bihu 2025, also known as Rongali Bihu or Xaat Bihu, is a vibrant seven-day Assamese New Year festival celebrated from April 14 to April 20/21, marking the arrival of spring and a thanksgiving for harvests.

Siachen Day: Honouring the Bravehearts of the World’s Highest Battlefield



Siachen Day, observed annually on April 13, commemorates Operation Meghdoot (1984), when the Indian Army preemptively secured the Siachen Glacier—the world’s highest battlefield—against Pakistan’s intrusion.


Obituaries News

Kumudini Lakhia (1930–2025) Kathak Legend Passed Away



Kumudini Lakhia (1930–2024), the trailblazing Kathak exponent, revolutionized the classical form by challenging its reliance on narrative (katha) and literary content (sahitya), introducing abstraction, ensemble choreography, and contemporary themes.


Mario Vargas Llosa A Noble Award Winner Passed Away



Mario Vargas Llosa, the celebrated Peruvian novelist, essayist, and journalist, passed away on April 14, 2025, at age 89. A Nobel Laureate (2010), he was known for his incisive works exploring power structures and the individual’s struggle against them.