In a major development in maritime defence capabilities, India is set to establish a new naval base for nuclear submarines and warships in coastal Andhra Pradesh by 2026, reported The Times of India.

The first phase of the project is almost complete, a source told the news daily. They further added that once it is commissioned in 2026, it can be updated in phases.
Where is it located?

The new base will be located near the coastal village of Rambilli, approximately 50 kilometers from Eastern Naval Command headquarters in Visakhapatnam.

State-owned Oil Major PSU, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, has launched Project SPRINT, a strategic initiative which is aimed at ensuring the company is future-ready in the evolving global energy landscape. The initiative focuses on strengthening core businesses while embracing innovation and sustainability.

SPRINT stands for:

Strengthening core businesses (oil refining, petrochemicals, and fuel marketing)

Propelling cost optimization to boost profitability

Reinforcing customer-centricity

Integrating technology and innovation

Nurturing leadership and talent

Transitioning towards cleaner energy

The National Awards and Exhibition, presented by BriBooks and powered by Education World, celebrated the literary brilliance of young Indian authors. This prestigious event honored the winners of two major student-led literary movements--the National Young Authors' Fair (NYAF) and the Summer Book Writing Festival (SBWF).

Held in New Delhi, the event brought together 200 finalists, selected from an extraordinary 500,000 books written by students through BriBooks' Gen-AI-powered platform. It was a landmark moment for young writers, educators, and literary enthusiasts across the country.

NYAF 2024-25: Recognizing Young Literary Leaders

A stakeholder consultation on ‘AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) in India’ will be held at T-Works on Tuesday.Hyderabad real estate

This is the third of five multi-stakeholder consultations under the AI RAM initiative by UNESCO and Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), following earlier sessions in New Delhi and Bangalore.

The event is aimed at shaping an India-specific AI policy report, the initiative focuses on mapping strengths and opportunities in the ethical AI ecosystem. It will feature policymakers, technologists, academia, and practitioners. The consultation is an opportunity to help shape a responsible, future-ready AI roadmap for the country.

The event also has a panel discussion on “Shaping Ethics in AI Governance: Government and Multilateral Perspectives”, with participation from senior officials representing MeitY, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Amrita University and UNESCO.

In a landmark move to modernize India’s statistical infrastructure, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has launched a series of digital initiatives aimed at enhancing data accessibility, capacity building, and technological integration within the official statistical system.

At the recently held Conference of State Government Ministers, MoSPI unveiled a revamped Microdata Portal—a significant upgrade that promises improved user experience, broader accessibility, and seamless integration of national statistical datasets. Developed in collaboration with the World Bank Technology Team, the new portal addresses long-standing technological limitations of its predecessor by adopting a modern, scalable tech stack, ensuring adherence to advanced security standards and enabling responsive design for ease of access across devices.

West Bengal has earned Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven state products, including the iconic ‘Nolen Gurer Sandesh’ and Baruipur guavas, a development expected to boost local economy and lend global recognition to the state’s traditional

offerings, an official said on Friday.

‘Nolen Gurer Sandesh’, a winter delicacy made from fresh ‘chhena’ (curdled milk) and the season’s prized ‘nolen gur (date palm jaggery) holds a cherished place in Bengali households. The jaggery imparts a rich, caramel-like flavour and warm golden hue to the ‘sandesh’ (a type of sweetmeat).

In Boxing, India’s Hitesh Gulia bagged the Men’s 70 kg Gold at the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil this morning. Fighting in the red corner, the Indian pugilist defeated Odel Kamara of England in the final.

Meanwhile, another Indian Boxer Abhinash Jamwal clinched the silver medal at the men’s 65 kg category today. Abhinash lost to Yuri Reis of the host country, nil-5 in the final.

Earlier, India’s Manish Rathore won the bronze medal in the men’s 55 kg category yesterday.

On April 7, the world observes World Health Day as a way to raise awareness of important health challenges and motivate group efforts to address them. To increase awareness and drive worldwide action, the day is dedicated to a certain health issue each year. It highlights the necessity of international collaboration in addressing health issues and acts as a reminder of the significance of good health for general well-being.

Every year, the day centers on a different theme in an effort to increase awareness and inspire global action. It highlights the need for international cooperation in addressing health issues and serves as a reminder that overall well-being depends on good health.

Renowned Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has become the first Indian to receive the prestigious Fred Darrington Sand Master Award for his outstanding contributions to sand art. The award was presented during the Sandworld 2025 International Sand Art Festival in Dorset, England.

To mark the occasion, Pattnaik created a 10-foot-high sculpture of Lord Ganesha carrying the message of “World Peace”. The award holds special significance this year as it commemorates the 100th birth anniversary of legendary British sculptor Fred Darrington. Sudarshan Pattnaik, a Padma Shri awardee from Odisha, has participated in over 65 international sand art festivals and championships. His work, often blending spiritual themes with social messages, has earned him widespread recognition – but the Weymouth award marks a new high.

The Sandworld exhibition at Lodmoor Park, known for its massive, detailed sand sculptures created using just sand and water, features works from artists across the world. But this year, it’s a message from India – carved in sand and rooted in peace – that’s leaving the deepest impression.

Brazil has proposed the creation of a new international body to accelerate global climate action. The plan is shared ahead of this year’s UN climate conference (Conference of the Parties – COP30) in Belem, a city in northern Brazil, in November 2025. The plan suggests forming a “Climate Change Council” under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

The council would aim to fast-track decisions made at COP meetings, better coordinate international efforts, and make climate action more effective. Brazil says the current process is too slow and complex.

While the idea has sparked interest, key developed countries – including Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden – have responded with caution. They support the need for reform but warn that any changes must not weaken the core UNFCCC process that guides international climate negotiations. The proposal remains informal for now, but it is expected to be a major talking point at COP30 later this year.