In a significant step to strengthen participatory governance, the Department of Fertilizers has actively engaged youth professionals to address the critical challenge of soil degradation across India. Shri Rajat Kumar Mishra, Secretary (Fertilizers), held a virtual interaction with nearly 100 agriculture graduates serving at Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL)…
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UPSC January 2026 Recruitment Results Announced
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the recruitment results for the month of January 2026. Selected candidates have been informed individually by post, while the applications of other candidates were duly considered but could not be shortlisted for interviews or recommendations. Selection Process and Notifications The UPSC…
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‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatra to Mark Shivaji Jayanti in Satara
Satara, February 18: To honour the birth anniversary of Rashtranayak Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra and Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), will organise the ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatra on February 19, 2026, at Satara. The event aims…
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Change of Guard Ceremony Cancelled on February 21
New Delhi: The iconic Change of Guard Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan will not take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, owing to the scheduled State Visit of the President of Brazil, officials confirmed on Tuesday. The announcement was made through an official statement issued by the Press Information Bureau (PIB),…
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Steel Ministry Unveils AI Roadmap for 400 MT by 2036
New Delhi, February 18: The Ministry of Steel has unveiled a comprehensive digital roadmap at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, signaling a decisive push towards AI-driven transformation across the steel value chain. The initiative aims to integrate intelligent systems, predictive analytics, automation, and data-driven decision-making to support India’s ambitious…
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Allocation of Rs. 5.01 lakh crore reported for welfare of women and girls in the gender budget statement of FY 2026-27,an increase of Rs. 11.55% over the GBS allocation of Rs. 4.49 lakh crore in FY 2025-26
New Delhi, February 18: The Union Budget 2026-27 has set a new milestone in India’s commitment to women’s welfare, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing a record allocation of ₹5.01 lakh crore under the Gender Budget Statement (GBS). This marks an 11.55% increase over last year’s ₹4.49 lakh crore allocation,…
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Dr. Ambedkar Centre Launches Souvenir Store
The Hon’ble Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, inaugurated the new Souvenir Shop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC)</strong) in New Delhi. The initiative aims to promote cultural heritage, support artisan communities, and spread the legacy of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Tribute to Dr. Ambedkar…
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India-Finland Aim to Double Trade: PM Modi-Orpo
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive discussions with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in New Delhi on Tuesday, with both countries setting an ambitious goal to double bilateral trade and significantly expand cooperation in advanced technologies, clean energy and innovation-driven sectors. Shared Vision to Double Trade The two…
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India to Release New GDP Series with Methodological Overhaul
New Delhi, February 18: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the report of the Sub-Committee on Methodological Improvements, marking a crucial step in the revision of India’s national accounts. The new GDP series, based on the revised methodology, is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026….
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Ayush Leads Global Health Dialogue at IACE 2026
Dubai/New Delhi, February 18: Ayush has moved from the periphery to the centre of global healthcare discussions, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav declared at the 3rd International Ayush Conference & Exhibition (IACE 2026) in Dubai. With participation from 28 countries, the event signalled India’s…