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Indian Navy Receives Indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Dunagiri under Project 17A

The Indian Navy has taken delivery of INS Dunagiri, an indigenously built stealth frigate constructed under Project 17A. The warship, delivered by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE), is the fifth vessel of the Nilgiri-class frigates. Stealth frigates are designed to be harder for enemy radar to detect, making them valuable for modern naval operations.

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International

Hyderabad Hosts World Buddhist Peace Conference 2026

Hyderabad played host to the World Buddhist Peace Conference 2026, which drew participation from more than 20 countries. The gathering centred on core Buddhist values such as non-violence and compassion, and on the importance of dialogue as a path to peace. Delegates discussed how these teachings remain relevant in addressing present-day conflicts and social tensions.

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Economy

India to Launch 11th OALP Round Offering 21 Oil and Gas Blocks

India is preparing to open the 11th round of the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP), under which 21 oil and gas blocks will be offered to companies for exploration. OALP functions as a part of the Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP), which allows investors to identify and bid for exploration areas.

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Former Raymond Chairman and Aviator Vijaypat Singhania Passes Away at 87

Vijaypat Singhania, the former chairman of the Raymond group, passed away in Mumbai at the age of 87. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, he was widely known not only as an industrialist but also for his achievements in aviation. Among these was a world record for the highest altitude reached in a hot air balloon.

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Exercise Dweep Shakti: Tri-Service Drill to Strengthen Coastal and Island Defence

India carried out Exercise Dweep Shakti, a Tri-Service exercise bringing together the Indian Army, the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force. The joint drill was designed to sharpen the country's readiness to defend its coastline and island territories.

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Economy

IRDAI Retains LIC, GIC Re, and New India Assurance as D-SIIs for FY 2025-26

D-SII Designation 2025-26: Identifying India's Strategic Insurers The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has designated Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re), and The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. as Domestic Systemically Important Insurers (D-SIIs) for the financial year 2025-26.

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Common Election Symbols for RUPPs: ECI Relaxes Rules for 2026 Elections

ECI Relaxes Common Symbol Rules for Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) In a significant move to aid smaller political entities and alliance partners, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has notified the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) (Amendment) Order, 2026.

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International

Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems 2026 Begins in New Delhi

The Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems 2026 opened in New Delhi. The event is being held under the theme “Driving Progress, Attaining New Heights”. The conference focuses on the role women play across the agriculture and food value chain, from farming to processing and marketing, and on ways to strengthen their participation and leadership in the sector.

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