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…
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Power Minister Reviews Hydroelectric Projects in J&K
Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, commenced a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir to review key hydroelectric projects managed by NHPC. Accompanied by Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), the Minister focused on the Salal, Sawalkot, and Ratle projects, highlighting the need for timely…
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AYUSHEXCIL Marks 4 Years as AYUSH Exports Rise 6.11%
The Ayush Export Promotion Council (AYUSHEXCIL) marked its fourth establishment anniversary in New Delhi on Saturday, highlighting India’s expanding footprint in the global traditional medicine and wellness market. The milestone comes at a time when exports of AYUSH and herbal products have recorded steady growth, reflecting rising international acceptance of…
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Aeronautics 2047 Seminar Begins, Focus on India’s Future Air Power
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) on Saturday inaugurated its two-day national seminar titled ‘Aeronautics 2047’ at the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) in Bengaluru, marking a significant step towards shaping India’s long-term aerospace and defence vision. The event brings together key stakeholders from the armed forces, defence research, industry, and…
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Indore Water Contamination Tragedy: 6-Month-Old Infant Dies
A six-month-old infant, born after a decade of prayers and waiting, has died in Indore after consuming milk prepared with contaminated municipal water. The tragedy has become the most heartbreaking symbol of the ongoing water contamination crisis in the city’s Bhagirathpura area, where hundreds of residents have fallen ill due…
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Army Chief Dwivedi in UAE, Sri Lanka for Defence Talks
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has embarked on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka from January 5 to January 8, 2026, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening defence cooperation and military-to-military engagement with friendly nations. The visit underscores India’s growing strategic outreach…
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Handcuffed Maduro Seen at DEA HQ After U.S. Capture
First official visuals of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in U.S. custody have emerged, showing him handcuffed and escorted by armed personnel inside the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) headquarters in New York City. The images were released hours after Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured during a dramatic U.S….
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Budget 2026 Likely to Push New Tax Regime Further
As preparations for Union Budget 2026 gather momentum, India’s New Tax Regime has clearly emerged as the cornerstone of the government’s personal taxation strategy. Following the sweeping relief announced in Budget 2025, policymakers appear increasingly committed to nudging taxpayers toward a simpler, deduction-light tax structure. The sharp increase in the…
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India Gears Up to Host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India is making comprehensive preparations to host the 2036 Olympic Games, underlining the country’s growing confidence and capability in staging world-class sporting events. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 72nd National Volleyball Championship via video conference, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s…