In a significant public-private partnership, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Dr. Reddy’s Foundation (DRF) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 19, 2026, at the ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (ICAR-NAARM) in Hyderabad. The collaboration aims to enhance agricultural vocational training, strengthen farmer extension…
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India Hosts MILAN 2026 to Strengthen Global Maritime Cooperation
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated Exercise MILAN 2026 at Visakhapatnam on February 20, 2026, calling upon the global community to address evolving maritime challenges collectively. The exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, brings together Navy Chiefs and Heads of Delegations from 74 countries to strengthen interoperability, cooperative maritime engagement,…
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NHRC Takes Suo Motu Notice of Mandya Chemical Blast
Mandya, Karnataka: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of the reported death of two persons and injuries to four others in a devastating blast at a chemical plant in the Basaralu area of Mandya district. The incident, which occurred on February 15, 2026, has…
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PM Modi Unveils M.A.N.A.V Vision for Human-Centric AI
New Delhi: At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a bold human-centric roadmap for artificial intelligence, introducing the M.A.N.A.V framework that anchors technological advancement firmly in ethical and societal values. Addressing global leaders, innovators and policymakers at Bharat Mandapam, the Prime Minister called for shaping…
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12,000+ Youth Join ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatra in Satara
Satara, Maharashtra: Over 12,000 youth and citizens participated enthusiastically in the ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatra organized by Mera Yuva Bharat under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. The event, held in Satara, celebrated the legacy, valor, and vision of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj through…
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India Hosts EU FEMM Delegation to Advance Gender Equality
New Delhi: The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India, hosted a 17-member delegation from the European Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM Committee) during its official mission to New Delhi from February 16 to 20, 2026. The delegation, led by Ms. Lina Gálvez,…
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DoSJE Observes World Day of Social Justice with Preamble Reading
New Delhi: The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, will observe the World Day of Social Justice on 20th February 2026 at the National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi. The event will feature a symbolic reading of the Preamble to…
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NCST Marks 23rd Foundation Day Highlighting Tribal Empowerment
New Delhi: The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) celebrated its 23rd Foundation Day today at the Civil Services Officers Institute, Vinay Marg, New Delhi. The event was graced by Shri Jual Oram, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, and Shri Durga Das Uikey, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, alongside…
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Meri Parampara, Meri Virasat: Tribal Roots of Chhattisgarhl
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj conducted a day-long brainstorming session titled “Meri Parampara–Meri Virasat” in New Delhi, focusing on the documentation and digital preservation of tribal heritage in Chhattisgarh. The session brought together officials from the Ministry, Panchayat and Rural Development Department of Chhattisgarh, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the…
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CSIR–NIIST Transfers 11 Technologies at Lab-to-Market Event
New Delhi, 19 February 2026: CSIR–National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR–NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, successfully hosted the “CSIR–NIIST Tech Connect: Lab to Market” event at CSIR Headquarters in New Delhi. The programme marked a significant step in translating research outcomes to industry applications, showcasing 11 technology transfers and signing one…