Paush Purnima 2026 to Coincide with Year’s First Wolf Supermoon
Paush Purnima on January 3, 2026 coincides with the year’s first Wolf Supermoon, combining religious observance and astronomy.
Massive Whale Carcass Washes Ashore at Panchawati Beach, Middle Andaman
Whale carcass found at Panchawati Beach, Middle Andaman; authorities ensure scientific study and safe removal.
Centre Debunks Viral Claim on Rs 500 Notes Being Withdrawn from ATMs
PIB Fact Check dismisses social media claims that RBI will stop Rs 500 notes in ATMs by March 2026, calling them fake.
FAIFA Urges Rollback of Tobacco Excise Hike, Warns of Farmer Impact
FAIFA urges the government to roll back tobacco excise hikes, citing risks to farmer incomes, legal trade, and domestic supply chains.
Incomplete Ration Card Details Flagged; Beneficiaries Asked to Update Records on Smart PDS 2.0
Ration card holders in Andaman & Nicobar urged to update incomplete details online via Smart PDS 2.0 portal.
