Mannathu Padmanabhan: Vice-president unveiled Mannathu Padmanabhan’s statue in New Delhi+ He was a towering Indian social reformer, freedom fighter, and community leader from Kerala+ Founded – Nair Service Society (NSS)+ His tireless efforts dismantled outdated social hierarchies, advanced modern education+ He actively participated in the Vaikom Satyagraha (backward castes temple entry movement)+ Prominent recognitions –Bharata Kesari title – Meaning "Lion of India" by the President of India in 1959+ Padma Bhushan (1966).

NSE Nifty500 Ahimsa Index: It is a thematic benchmark launched by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) that tracks companies whose business practices align with the principles of Ahimsa (non-violence)+ Developed in collaboration with the Ahimsagain Foundation using their Ahimsa Investment Movement (AIM) framework+ Designed to – Exclude companies involved in activities that harm animals+ Framework – Companies are assessed based on their products, services and overall business practices

PM SVANidhi 'Street Food Hub' Plan: Lakhanpur is among first towns selected under PM SVANidhi 'Street Food Hub' Plan recently+ To transform tourist destinations into vibrant food streets offering authentic regional cuisines+ Under the scheme, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs plans to establish up to 50 Street Food Hubs across the country+ Priority towns – Cities or towns of Strong tourism potential, cultural and heritage significance, distinctive local cuisines