In a significant policy shift aimed at addressing India’s rapidly growing air travel demand, the Union government will allow the operation of two or more airports in major cities. Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced that the Centre will review the long-standing restriction that bars airports within…
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Trump Signals Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports
US President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing fresh tariffs on India over its continued purchase of Russian crude oil, a move that could introduce new strains into India–US trade relations. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump remarked that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of his displeasure…
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Guwahati Hosts Human Capital Meet Ahead of India AI Summit 2026
Guwahati is set to emerge as a key national hub for policy dialogue on artificial intelligence and human development as it hosts the Human Capital Working Group Meeting on January 5 and 6, 2026. The high-level meeting, to be held at the IIT Guwahati campus, will serve as a crucial…
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Smart Green Aquaculture Farm Inaugurated in Telangana
Hyderabad, Telangana – Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Ministry of Panchayati Raj, will inaugurate the Smart Green Aquaculture Farm and Research Institute along with the state-of-the-art Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS) Facility on 5th January 2026. The inauguration follows the General Body…
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India Strengthens Maritime Sovereignty with GSL-Built Ships
Goa, January 4, 2026 – Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasized the strategic importance of ships built by the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) and other Indian shipyards as he visited the facility on the eve of commissioning the Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Pratap into the Indian Coast Guard (ICG)….
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Bangladesh Seeks T20 WC Venue Change Over Security Concerns
In a significant development ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to move all of Bangladesh’s matches out of India. The decision follows growing concerns over the safety and security of the Bangladeshi contingent while playing on…
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Magh Mela 2026: 21 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip at Sangam
Prayagraj: Magh Mela 2026 began with a grand display of faith as over 21 lakh devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Paush Purnima, the first bathing festival of the year. The auspicious day saw pilgrims from across Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states flocking to the Sangam,…
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India’s Chip Design Gets DLI Scheme Boost
India’s ambition to become a global semiconductor powerhouse is gaining momentum through the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme, a flagship initiative under the Semicon India Programme. Focused on chip design the most value-intensive segment of the semiconductor supply chain the scheme is enabling domestic startups, MSMEs and companies to move…
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DSIR Relaxes Norms for Deep-Tech Startups on 42nd Foundation Day
In a major boost to India’s deep-tech startup ecosystem, the Government of India has announced a key relaxation in eligibility norms for recognition under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR). The announcement was made on Saturday during the 42nd Foundation Day celebrations of DSIR, marking a decisive policy…
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Rah-Veer: India’s Good Samaritan Scheme Saves Lives
India’s Rah-Veer initiative is transforming how citizens respond to road accidents by providing legal protection, recognition, and financial incentives to Good Samaritans. Launched under the Good Samaritan Rules in 2020 via Section 134A of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019, the scheme ensures that anyone assisting an accident victim can…