Pic Credit:Pexel Indian Railways has achieved historic milestones in both passenger and freight operations in the 2025–26 fiscal year, reflecting growing demand and improved operational efficiency across the network. Passenger revenue grew by approximately 6%, crossing ₹80,000 crore, up from ₹75,500 crore in the previous year. The increase outpaced the rise in passenger volumes, indicating stronger demand for long-distance and premium travel services. On the…
India’s Coffee Exports Hit Record $2.13 Billion in FY26
Pic Credit: Pexel India’s coffee sector has achieved a historic milestone, with exports reaching a record $2.136 billion in the 2025–26 fiscal year, registering a 17% growth over the previous year’s $1.82 billion. The surge comes on the back of higher international prices and a modest rise in export volumes, according to industry sources. Rising Global Demand and Prices The growth reflects strong global demand for…
India Achieves Record Wind Power Growth with 6.05 GW Addition in FY26
Pic Credit: Pexel New Delhi – India has set a new milestone in renewable energy, adding 6.05 GW of wind power capacity in fiscal year 2025–26, marking the highest annual growth ever in the sector. This represents a 46% increase over the previous year and surpasses the previous record of 5.5 GW added in FY17. The country’s cumulative installed wind power capacity now exceeds 56…
India’s Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor Achieves Criticality
India has achieved a landmark moment in its quest for energy self-reliance with the indigenously built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam reaching criticality. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called it a “defining step” in India’s civil nuclear journey, highlighting the nation’s growing expertise in advanced science and engineering. Pic Credit: Pexel A Journey Years in the Making Criticality is the moment when a nuclear…
UPSC Topper Laxmi Rachana Inspires Aspirants at Vision IAS Hyderabad Seminar
Hyderabad, Apr 07: Vision IAS hosted an engaging and motivational seminar at its Hyderabad centre, featuring UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 achiever Laxmi Rachana, who shared her preparation journey, strategies, and key insights with civil services aspirants. A native of Hyderabad, Laxmi Rachana secured an impressive All India Rank 178 in her fourth attempt, exemplifying perseverance and dedication. She holds a degree in Electrical Engineering…
Awareness Bike Rally Flags Off from Chhattisgarh to Gopalpur
Jeypore:April 07: In a unique initiative to spread awareness among reckless drivers about following traffic rules, a group of 15 bike riders has started a journey from Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh to Gopalpur in Odisha.During their journey, the riders are educating people about road safety and how to protect not only their own lives but also the lives of others. They are spreading awareness messages such…
Maa Jagat Janani Transport Welfare Association Formed
Jeypore,April 07:: A new branch of the private truck association named “Maa Jagat Janani Transport Welfare Association” has been formed in Jeypore.On this occasion, Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati attended as the chief guest, while SDPO Arjit Chita Mittal was present as a distinguished guest. The association was formally inaugurated by MLA Bahinipati by cutting the ribbon.Speaking on the occasion, Bahinipati said that Jeypore is…
Subsidy Period Extended for Electric Vehicles
New Delhi, April 07:: The Central Government has extended the subsidy period for two-wheeler electric vehicles until July 31. Earlier, the subsidy was set to end on March 31. Along with this, the subsidy period for e-rickshaws and e-carts has been extended by two more years, i.e., until March 31, 2028.Consumers are receiving subsidy benefits under the PM E-Drive (Prime Minister Electric Drive Revolution in…
Subhadra Scheme: State Government Takes Major Decision on New Applications
Bhubaneswar, April 07: In a significant move to include more eligible beneficiaries under the state government’s flagship Subhadra Scheme, aimed at women’s financial empowerment and self-reliance, a new decision has been taken.With government approval, fresh applications will be accepted for one month—from April 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026—through the Subhadra Portal. The registration process will begin from Utkal Divas (April 1).To be eligible, applicants…
Basanti Navratri Puja of Maa Bhandar Gharani Concludes in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, April 07: The Basanti Navratri पूजा of Maa Bhandar Gharani, the presiding deity of Nabarangpur, has concluded successfully.Every year, this nine-day festival begins on Chaitra Pratipada and ends on Chaitra Shukla Navami. This year, the rituals commenced on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada with the ceremonial lighting of the sacred lamp (Mahadeep) in the presence of royal priest Narasingha Nath Tripathy.On Tuesday (Saptami), the Maha Saptami…