ISRO's Kulasekarapattinam spaceport in Tamil Nadu will launch its first Small Satellite Launch Vehicle in 2027, supporting polar launches of up to 500 kg.

Justice PN Prakash launched the book Memories and Milestones, documenting the history and contributions of Blue Cross of India.

The Chandrayaan-5 mission, which will deploy a 250 kg rover, aims to conduct an advanced study of the Moon’s surface, in collaboration with Japan.

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with the Ministry of Defence for the procurement of the LLTR Ashwini radar, developed by DRDO.

Ramakanta Rath, an eminent Odia poet, was honored with the Padma Bhushan, Sahitya Akademi Award, Sarala Award, and more for his contributions to Odia literature.

The Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 were held in Turin, Italy, where India won 33 medals, including 8 gold, 18 silver, and 7 bronze.

Jharkhand won its first-ever national title by defeating Haryana in the final of the 15th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2025.

India and New Zealand launched negotiations for a “comprehensive and mutually beneficial” Free Trade Agreement (FT, marking a significant step in their bilateral relations.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE) launched financial literacy programs, including the setting up of Financial Literacy Centres (FLCs) and media campaigns.

Ms. Sumita Dawra, Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment, led India’s delegation at the 353rd Governing Body Meeting of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) held in Geneva.