Global Recognition for Grassroots Education Reform

Indian teacher and social activist Rouble Nagi has won the Global Teacher Prize, earning worldwide recognition for transforming access to education among children living in urban slums.

India’s Medal Momentum Continues at Asian Championship

Indian shooters Suruchi Singh and Samrat Rana secured the silver medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Shooting Championship, reinforcing India’s strong presence at the continental meet.

The Indian duo delivered a record-breaking performance in the final but narrowly missed out on gold against a consistent Uzbek team.

A New Chapter in India’s Ride-Hailing Ecosystem

India’s app-based mobility landscape is poised for a structural shift with the launch of Bharat Taxi in New Delhi on 5 February. Conceived as a driver-owned cooperative cab service, the initiative seeks to provide an alternative to private aggregators by prioritising fair earnings, collective ownership, and long-term driver security.

India-Kyrgyzstan Bolster Ties with Special Forces Exercise 'Khanjar' in Assam

The annual bilateral special forces exercise ‘Khanjar’ between India and Kyrgyzstan commenced on February 4, 2026, at the Missamari military station in Assam. The drill, scheduled to run until February 17, underscores the deepening defence cooperation and shared commitment of the two nations to enhance counter-terrorism capabilities and promote regional security and stability.

Jupiter’s Size and Shape Reassessed

Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, is slightly smaller and more oblate than earlier estimates suggested, according to new findings derived from data collected by Juno. The revised measurements represent the most accurate assessment to date of the gas giant’s dimensions and offer valuable clues about its internal composition and formation history.