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Sipan Garg has taken on the additional responsibility of CMD of THDC India Ltd beginning November 16, 2025, after the sudden passing of R K Vishnoi. Alongside this new role, he continues to serve as Director (Finance), a position he has held since August 17, 2024. With over 24 years of experience in finance, taxation, and power-sector operations, he brings deep expertise to this leadership post. His earlier engagements as CFO in prominent NTPC subsidiaries further strengthen his capability to guide THDC during a crucial period of operational continuity and strategic expansion.

Justice Prathiba M. Singh of the Delhi High Court has been appointed as the Chair of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Advisory Board of Judges for 2025–2027. She is the first Indian and the first Asian to hold this prestigious position, marking a significant milestone in global intellectual property law. As Chair, she will guide WIPO in aligning its policies with judicial standards worldwide. Her appointment highlights India’s growing leadership in IP law and offers strategic judicial perspectives on innovation, digital governance, and economic development.

Varsha Das, a renowned Gujarati writer, has been invited as the Chief Guest for the Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2025 ceremony. The event, scheduled for 14 November 2025, celebrates outstanding contributions to children’s literature across 24 Indian languages. The award spans various literary forms such as poetry, stories, novels, memoirs, and plays, highlighting the richness and diversity of children’s writing in India. Each awardee receives ₹50,000 along with a bronze plaque, making it a prestigious recognition. Varsha Das’s presence underscores the importance of literary influence and cultural contribution in shaping young readers.

Zoho collaborated with MapmyIndia Mappls to introduce India’s first fully indigenous geo-smart CRM, strengthening the country’s Atmanirbhar Bharat technology ecosystem. This partnership enhances Zoho CRM by integrating advanced geospatial intelligence tools such as Address Capture, Nearby Lead Finder, Location Visualisation, and Sales Route Optimisation. These features allow businesses to utilize real-time location-based insights for improved customer engagement, more efficient field operations, and smarter sales planning. The launch marks a significant milestone in India’s digital innovation landscape by merging homegrown CRM capabilities with indigenous mapping and geospatial technologies.

INS Sindhughosh was a landmark asset of the Indian Navy and served as the lead submarine of the Sindhughosh-class. Commissioned in 1985, it played a crucial role in strengthening India’s underwater warfare, maritime surveillance, and strategic deterrence capabilities. Over its 40-year service life, the submarine undertook numerous patrols, exercises, and operational missions, becoming a backbone of India’s submarine fleet. Its decommissioning in December 2025 marked the conclusion of an important chapter in naval history and symbolised the Navy’s transition towards more modern and indigenously developed submarine platforms, while honouring the legacy of the crews who served aboard her.

INS Androth, India’s second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, was commissioned on 6 October 2025 at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. Part of the Arnala-class series and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, the ship incorporates over 80% indigenous content, reflecting India’s push for self-reliance in naval defence. Designed for coastal anti-submarine missions, maritime surveillance, and search-and-rescue operations, INS Androth enhances India’s underwater domain awareness and coastal security, contributing strategically to regional stability and the Indian Navy’s operational readiness in littoral waters.

The International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide is observed every year on December 9. This date aligns with the adoption of the Genocide Convention on 9 December 1948, reinforcing the global commitment to preventing and punishing the crime of genocide. The observance provides an opportunity to honour victims, reflect on past atrocities, and build stronger mechanisms for justice, accountability and early prevention. In 2025, the day marks its 10th anniversary, prompting renewed focus on combating incitement, strengthening legal frameworks and addressing emerging threats such as digital hate speech and ethnic violence.

The International Day of Sign Languages 2025 will be observed on September 23 with the theme “Sign Language Unites Us.” This day, recognized by the United Nations, emphasizes the role of sign languages in ensuring inclusion, accessibility, and cultural diversity for the deaf and hard of hearing community. The date was chosen to commemorate the establishment of the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) in 1951, a global body advocating for deaf rights. By highlighting sign languages as tools of empathy and unity, the day underscores the importance of accessibility in education, workplaces, and public life.

World Pharmacists Day is celebrated annually on September 25 to recognise the vital role pharmacists play in healthcare, including public health and medication safety. The day was established by the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) in 2009, commemorating FIP’s founding on September 25, 1912. Each year, a theme is chosen to highlight key aspects of pharmacy practice; for 2025, the theme is “Think Health, Think Pharmacist.” Observing this day emphasises pharmacists’ contribution to healthcare systems worldwide and encourages public awareness about their essential services in improving health outcomes.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and the official mascots—Clutch the Bald Eagle, Maple the Moose, and Zayu the Jaguar—were unveiled to symbolise these nations. Each mascot embodies the culture, values, and natural heritage of its respective country, emphasizing unity and diversity. This marks the first time FIFA has introduced multiple mascots for a senior men’s World Cup, aligning with the multi-nation hosting format. The tournament, the largest ever with 48 teams and 104 matches, will highlight North America’s role in global football and celebrate the shared spirit of the game.

Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR was launched by the United States to counter narco-terrorist networks operating across Latin America. The initiative is overseen by the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), which supervises a broad region covering South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The operation focuses on disrupting criminal organizations, dismantling drug-trafficking operations, and strengthening security partnerships throughout the Western Hemisphere. By targeting these transnational threats, the effort aims to safeguard regional stability and protect the U.S. homeland. The mission underscores the strategic importance of collaborative security measures and highlights ongoing efforts to confront complex criminal and terrorist networks operating across international borders.

India has secured the third position globally in the clean industrial project pipeline, following China and the United States. With 65 large-scale low-emission industrial projects, India demonstrates its strong commitment to decarbonizing sectors such as chemicals, steel, cement, and aviation. The nation’s clean industry pipeline represents an investment potential exceeding $150 billion and the creation of nearly 200,000 jobs. Although only six projects have reached the investment stage, this ranking highlights India’s expanding role as a key player in sustainable industrial transformation aligned with its net-zero by 2070 target.

India has partnered with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) through a Technical Cooperation Programme with the key goal of building world-class Blue Ports. This initiative, led by the Department of Fisheries, focuses on modernizing fishing port infrastructure by integrating cutting-edge technologies such as 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, and automation. The aim is to strengthen the marine economy, improve sustainability, and enhance export potential. As part of the framework, three pilot harbours in Diu, Puducherry, and Gujarat have been approved with a combined investment of ₹369.8 crore, setting the foundation for a global-standard Blue Economy infrastructure in India.

‘Nayi Chetna 4.0’ is a national campaign launched to strengthen gender equality and empower women across communities. Led by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and organised by DAY-NRLM under the Ministry of Rural Development, the month-long initiative focuses on encouraging community-level action and awareness to combat gender-based violence. The campaign aims to inspire collective responsibility, promote safer environments for women, and reinforce the importance of equal opportunities. By engaging rural communities, the programme works toward long-term social transformation and supports broader national goals related to gender justice and empowerment.

The world’s first Digital Life Vault for legacy management was launched by Soult, a startup based in Mangaluru. The launch took place at TiECon Mangaluru 2026 and introduced a comprehensive digital solution to organise financial assets, important documents, personal memories, wishes, and life instructions in one secure platform. By addressing the challenge of fragmented digital legacies, the initiative ensures continuity for families and helps preserve personal values across generations. Soult operates as an enterprise SaaS product company and was founded by Sanketh Kandlikar.

The Brahmaputra River is the river where India will establish its first riverine lighthouses as part of the National Waterway-2 project. The initiative includes the construction of four solar-powered lighthouses at Pandu, Bogibeel, Silghat, and Biswanath Ghat with an investment of ₹84 crore. Each lighthouse will be approximately 20 metres tall and will help guide vessels during nighttime and challenging weather conditions. The project is implemented by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships in partnership with the Inland Waterways Authority of India. It aims to improve navigation safety, boost cargo movement, such as tea and fertiliser, and promote tourism along the Brahmaputra river corridor in Northeast India.

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, unveiled the official logo of the Cycling League of India (CLI) on March 5, 2026, in New Delhi. The league is recognised as the world’s first franchise-based professional cycling league and aims to promote cycling as a major competitive sport in India. Inspired by franchise models similar to those used in popular cricket leagues, the initiative is designed to encourage grassroots talent, improve professional opportunities for cyclists, and strengthen India’s presence in global cycling competitions. The league will feature city-based teams, professional riders, youth talents, women’s categories, and multiple race formats, including road races, criteriums, and time trials.

Smriti Mandhana achieved a historic milestone by becoming the second Indian woman and the fourth female cricketer worldwide to complete 10,000 runs in international cricket. She reached this landmark during the fourth T20I against Sri Lanka at Thiruvananthapuram. Her achievement reflects remarkable consistency across Test, ODI, and T20I formats. In the same match, she played a brilliant knock of 80 runs, helping India post their highest-ever women’s T20I total. This feat placed her alongside legends like Mithali Raj, Suzie Bates, and Charlotte Edwards, highlighting her status as one of the finest batters in modern women’s cricket.

India celebrated a century of hockey excellence at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in New Delhi, marking 100 years of remarkable achievements in the sport. The event was jointly organized by the Sports Authority of India and Hockey India, with participation from Union ministers, the FIH President, and legendary hockey players. Highlights included the launch of a commemorative book and a special exhibition showcasing India’s rich hockey legacy. The celebration also featured a friendly match where the Sports Ministry XI triumphed over the Hockey India XI 3–1, symbolizing India’s enduring passion and success in hockey.

Kerala is set to construct its first underwater tunnel between Vypin and Fort Kochi as part of the state’s coastal highway project. The ₹2,672 crore project will reduce the travel distance from 16 km to just 3 km under the Arabian Sea. Developed by the Kerala Rail Development Corporation Limited (KRDCL), the tunnel features a twin-tube design, emergency stops, escape passages, and advanced safety systems. This initiative will significantly cut travel time, reduce commuting costs, and minimize disruption to port operations, marking a major milestone in Kerala’s infrastructure and transport development.