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RBI Overhauls Lead Bank Scheme to Strengthen Credit Planning and Financial Inclusion

Jun 22, 2026

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The RBI issued revised guidelines for the Lead Bank Scheme on June 19, 2026, strengthening district-level credit planning and financial inclusion. The framework mandates exclusive Lead District Managers for each district, formalises block-level credit planning, retains the 60% Credit-Deposit ratio benchmark, and introduces stricter accountability across all banking committees.

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Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary Shine at Inaugural Indian Athletics Awards

Jun 22, 2026

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Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary were named Best Male and Female Athletes at the first-ever Indian Athletics Awards in New Delhi. Legends like PT Usha received Lifetime Achievement honours. The event celebrated the outstanding performances of Indian athletes in the 2025 season.

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Kalamkari Painting: India's Timeless Art of Storytelling

Jun 22, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a stunning Kalamkari painting depicting scenes from the Mahabharata to French President Emmanuel Macron. This traditional Andhra Pradesh art form uses natural dyes and intricate hand-painting. The gesture highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and the significance of its ancient textile traditions.

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Abhigyan App: A Revolutionary Tool for Law Enforcement

Jun 22, 2026

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Abhigyan app, a mobile platform by NCRB that lets police scan fingerprints on the spot. Linked to a database of over 1.29 crore criminals, it matches prints in just 35 seconds. This tool is set to revolutionize ground-level policing across India.

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Non-Methane Hydrocarbons: The Invisible Pollutants Reaching the Himalayas

Jun 22, 2026

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A year-long study by ARIES in Munsyari, Himalayas, detected non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHCs) from vehicle exhaust and fuel use. These reactive gases contribute to ground-level ozone and secondary aerosols. The findings reveal that human-caused air pollution is now reaching even the most remote, pristine mountain regions.

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