đȘ 1) Arunachal Pradeshâs Traditional âDaoâ Blade Receives GI Tag
- Granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
- Traditional hand-forged blade used by tribes like Nyishi, Apatani, Adi, Idu Mishmi.
- Significance: Protects tribal craftsmanship & boosts indigenous economy.
đ 2) Sangai Festival 2025 Begins in Manipur
- 10-day festival, held in Imphal.
- Named after the Sangai deer, Manipurâs state animal.
- Showcases Manipurâs culture, handloom, crafts, food, and tourism.
âïž 3) NCW Launches 24Ă7 Womenâs Helpline â 14490
- Launched by the National Commission for Women.
- Provides immediate grievance support, legal aid, and police coordination.
- Strengthens nationwide womenâs safety response systems.
đ 4) IIM Ranchi Gets UK AMBA Accreditation & 4 Palmes (Eduniversal 2025)
- Awarded the prestigious AMBA accreditation from the UK.
- Earned 4 Palmes of Excellence in the Eduniversal 2025 rankings.
- Elevates IIM Ranchiâs global academic standing.
đ 5) Ethiopiaâs Hale Gubbi Volcano Erupts After 12,000 Years
- First eruption in over 12,000 years.
- Located in the Afar volcanic region.
- Potential impact: air quality, regional seismic activity, and climate sensitivity.
đ© 6) India is the Worldâs 3rd Largest Methane Emitter â Global Methane Status Report 2025
- As per Global Methane Status Report 2025.
- Major contributors: livestock agriculture, waste, fossil fuels.
- Highlights the need for methane mitigation strategies.
đïž 7) Ahmedabad Confirmed as Host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games
- The Commonwealth General Assembly officially confirmed Ahmedabad, India, as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG).
- Significance:
- First time India will host the CWG after 2010.
- Boosts India's global sporting profile.
- Expected to accelerate infrastructure, sports development, and tourism in Gujarat.
