Current Affairs - National

According to Statista, India ranks third in the number of fintech unicorns worldwide, with 17 unicorns. The United States leads the pack with 134 unicorns, followed by the United Kingdom with 27 unicorns. Fintech unicorns are startups in the financial technology sector that have a valuation of over $1 billion. Fintech startups are playing an increasingly important role in the global financial system, and India is at the forefront of this innovation.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has approved the replacement of the term "India" with "Bharat" in all textbooks across the country. This is a significant move, as it indicates a new direction in how Indian history and identity are taught in schools.

Yuva Sangam is a government initiative aimed at strengthening social bonds among young individuals from different states and union territories of India. The registration portal for the third phase of Yuva Sangam, a key component of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) program, has recently been unveiled.