Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar became Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister
Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Sunetra Pawar created history by becoming the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Her appointment is a landmark moment in the state’s political history and reflects the growing participation of women in senior executive leadership roles in Indian politics.
Egypt became the partner country for Haryana’s 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela
Egypt has been designated as the partner country for the 39th edition of the Surajkund International Crafts Mela held in Haryana. The mela is an internationally renowned cultural festival showcasing traditional handicrafts, handlooms, folk arts, and cultural performances, promoting cultural diplomacy and global artistic exchange.
With the presentation of her 9th consecutive Union Budget, Nirmala Sitharaman became India’s longest-serving Finance Minister
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, by presenting her ninth consecutive Union Budget, has become the longest-serving Finance Minister of India in terms of consecutive budgets, symbolising continuity and stability in India’s fiscal and economic policymaking.
India and the World Bank agreed on a new Country Partnership Framework for 2026–2031
India and the World Bank have agreed upon a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for the period 2026–2031, aimed at supporting India’s long-term development goals. The framework focuses on inclusive growth, employment generation, climate resilience, human capital development, and institutional strengthening.
