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Anuradha Thakur nominated as director on RBI Central Board [25 Jul 2025]
The Central Government has nominated Anuradha Thakur, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, as a Director on the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), replacing Ajay Seth. Thakur’s appointment is effective from July 24, and will remain in effect until further notice.
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Deepak Bagla assumes charge as Mission Director, Atal Innovation Mission [21 Jul 2025]
NITI Aayog is pleased to announce that Deepak Bagla has officially assumed charge as the Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM). Bagla joins AIM with an extensive background spanning banking, investment promotion, policy advisory, and institutional leadership. His experience extends across multilateral institutions, the private sector, and Government, bringing a unique blend of strategic insight and operational execution to the role. Before this, Bagla served as the Managing Director & CEO of Invest India, the Government of India’s national investment promotion and facilitation agency. Under his leadership, Invest India received multiple global accolades and emerged as a key institution supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup growth across the country. He has served on several high-level government committees and represented India in multiple international forums, including as President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA).
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Replica of Ashoka Pillar unveiled in Waskaduwa, Sri Lank [21 Jul 2025]
A Replica of the Ashoka pillar, built in the sacred premises of Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya was unveiled on 21st July 2025. It is a Buddhist temple situated in the city of Waskaduwa, in Kalutara district, a Southern Province of Sri Lanka, about 42km south of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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Ukraine appoints new prime minister in biggest wartime overhaul [18 Jul 2025]
Ukraine’s parliament appointed the country’s first new prime minister in five years, part of a major cabinet overhaul aimed at revitalising wartime management as prospects for peace with Russia grow dim. Yulia Svyrydenko, 39, has been tasked by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with boosting domestic weapons production and reviving Ukraine’s loan-dependent economy. In a speech to parliament, Zelenskiy said he expected his new government to increase the share of domestic weapons on Ukraine’s battlefield to 50% from 40% within six months.
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Kudermetova and Mertens win Wimbledon women’s doubles title [15 Jul 2025]
Eighth seeds Veronika Kudermetova and Elise Mertens fought back from a set down to win their first Grand Slam as a pair, beating Hsieh Su-Wei and Jelena Ostapenko 3-6 6-2 6-4 in the Wimbledon women’s doubles final.
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President of India appointed three new Govornor and LG [14 Jul 2025]
President Droupadi Murmu appointed three new Governors: Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh as Governor of Haryana, Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju as Governor of Goa, and Shri Kavinder Gupta as Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.
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President Murmu nominates four members to Rajya Sabha [14 Jul 2025]
President Droupadi Murmu nominated four new members to the Rajya Sabha on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers. The nominated members are Ujjwal Nikam (a noted lawyer from Mumbai), C. Sadanandan Master (a teacher and social worker), Harsh Vardhan Shringla (a diplomat), and Dr. Meenakshi Jain (a noted historian and scholar).
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Jannik Sinner conquers Wimbledon 2025 Mens Singles [14 Jul 2025]
Jannik Sinner (Italy) conquers Wimbledon 2025 Mend Single title with historic win over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz (Spain).
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Iga Swiatek conquers Wimbledon 2025 Women's Singles Title [13 Jul 2025]
Iga Swiatek (Poland) finally ended her wait for a maiden Wimbledon title by defeating her American opponent Amanda Anisimova in the women's singles final and won the match in straight sets.
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Maratha military landscapes of India inscribed as 44th UNESCO World Heritage Site [12 Jul 2025]
At the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris, France, the “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” were officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This significant recognition marks India’s 44th World Heritage site and highlights the country’s remarkable historical and architectural heritage, reflecting its enduring cultural legacy on the global stage.
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Anuradha Thakur nominated as director on RBI Central Board [25 Jul 2025]
The Central Government has nominated Anuradha Thakur, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, as a Director on the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), replacing Ajay Seth. Thakur’s appointment is effective from July 24, and will remain in effect until further notice.
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Deepak Bagla assumes charge as Mission Director, Atal Innovation Mission [21 Jul 2025]
NITI Aayog is pleased to announce that Deepak Bagla has officially assumed charge as the Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM). Bagla joins AIM with an extensive background spanning banking, investment promotion, policy advisory, and institutional leadership. His experience extends across multilateral institutions, the private sector, and Government, bringing a unique blend of strategic insight and operational execution to the role. Before this, Bagla served as the Managing Director & CEO of Invest India, the Government of India’s national investment promotion and facilitation agency. Under his leadership, Invest India received multiple global accolades and emerged as a key institution supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup growth across the country. He has served on several high-level government committees and represented India in multiple international forums, including as President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA).
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Replica of Ashoka Pillar unveiled in Waskaduwa, Sri Lank [21 Jul 2025]
A Replica of the Ashoka pillar, built in the sacred premises of Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya was unveiled on 21st July 2025. It is a Buddhist temple situated in the city of Waskaduwa, in Kalutara district, a Southern Province of Sri Lanka, about 42km south of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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Ukraine appoints new prime minister in biggest wartime overhaul [18 Jul 2025]
Ukraine’s parliament appointed the country’s first new prime minister in five years, part of a major cabinet overhaul aimed at revitalising wartime management as prospects for peace with Russia grow dim. Yulia Svyrydenko, 39, has been tasked by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with boosting domestic weapons production and reviving Ukraine’s loan-dependent economy. In a speech to parliament, Zelenskiy said he expected his new government to increase the share of domestic weapons on Ukraine’s battlefield to 50% from 40% within six months.
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Kudermetova and Mertens win Wimbledon women’s doubles title [15 Jul 2025]
Eighth seeds Veronika Kudermetova and Elise Mertens fought back from a set down to win their first Grand Slam as a pair, beating Hsieh Su-Wei and Jelena Ostapenko 3-6 6-2 6-4 in the Wimbledon women’s doubles final.
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President of India appointed three new Govornor and LG [14 Jul 2025]
President Droupadi Murmu appointed three new Governors: Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh as Governor of Haryana, Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju as Governor of Goa, and Shri Kavinder Gupta as Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.
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President Murmu nominates four members to Rajya Sabha [14 Jul 2025]
President Droupadi Murmu nominated four new members to the Rajya Sabha on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers. The nominated members are Ujjwal Nikam (a noted lawyer from Mumbai), C. Sadanandan Master (a teacher and social worker), Harsh Vardhan Shringla (a diplomat), and Dr. Meenakshi Jain (a noted historian and scholar).
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Jannik Sinner conquers Wimbledon 2025 Mens Singles [14 Jul 2025]
Jannik Sinner (Italy) conquers Wimbledon 2025 Mend Single title with historic win over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz (Spain).
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Iga Swiatek conquers Wimbledon 2025 Women's Singles Title [13 Jul 2025]
Iga Swiatek (Poland) finally ended her wait for a maiden Wimbledon title by defeating her American opponent Amanda Anisimova in the women's singles final and won the match in straight sets.
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Maratha military landscapes of India inscribed as 44th UNESCO World Heritage Site [12 Jul 2025]
At the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris, France, the “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” were officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This significant recognition marks India’s 44th World Heritage site and highlights the country’s remarkable historical and architectural heritage, reflecting its enduring cultural legacy on the global stage.
