Chennai: The National Statistical Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, conducted a two-day All India Workshop of Trainers (AIWOT) on 28th and 29th January 2026 at Le Royal Meridien, Chennai. The workshop prepared trainers for the upcoming National Household Income Survey (NHIS) and the Annual Survey…
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Over 2 Crore Youth Registered on MY Bharat Portal
New Delhi: Over two crore youth have registered on the MY Bharat portal since its launch in October 2023, marking a significant milestone in youth engagement initiatives by the Government of India. The portal provides a digital platform for youth to participate in volunteering, experiential learning, mentorship, and networking, along…
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Supporting Young Scientists in India: DST and ANRF Initiatives
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has implemented several programs to support and encourage young scientists and researchers nationwide. These initiatives focus on nurturing talent in STEM fields, bridging gender gaps, and enhancing India’s research ecosystem. Key Initiatives for Young Scientists Scheme for Young Scientists and Technologists (SYST): Supports…
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Economic Survey 2025-26 Projects 7.4% Growth, Flags AI Risks
The Economic Survey of India 2025-26, tabled in Parliament on Thursday, presents a cautiously optimistic picture of the Indian economy, projecting a robust GDP growth of 7.4 percent while simultaneously warning of unprecedented global risks driven by artificial intelligence-led financial and infrastructure shocks. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman laid the survey…
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Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway: Phase Updates and Progress
The construction of the Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway continues to make significant progress, with updates provided by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari. The six-laning work on the Sriperumbudur–Karaipettai section of NH-48, part of the Poonamalle–Walajahpet corridor, has faced challenges but is steadily advancing toward completion. Sriperumbudur–Karaipettai…
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Women in STEM: Government Boosts Participation & Career Growth
As per the All-India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) 2021–22, women account for 43% of enrolments in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines at the higher education level. Despite strong enrolment, women constitute only 18.6% of the workforce engaged in research and development (R&D) activities across the country, according…
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Supreme Court Stays UGC Equity Rules on Caste Discrimination
The Supreme Court on Thursday put on hold the University Grants Commission’s newly notified regulations aimed at preventing caste discrimination in higher educational institutions, expressing serious concern over their potential to deepen social divisions. The top court said that unless it intervened at this stage, the regulations could have “dangerous…
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India Bioenergy Growth Set to Outpace Energy Demand: MoPNG
Goa, January 29, 2026: India’s bioenergy sector is poised to grow faster than the country’s overall energy demand, emerging as a key driver of energy security, emissions reduction, and rural development, said Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), at India Energy Week 2026. Speaking on the…
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Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025: Power Sector Reforms in India
In a major step towards modernising India’s power sector, the Central Government has released the draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at financial sustainability, enhanced competition, and accelerated adoption of non-fossil fuel electricity. The Bill, currently under stakeholder consultation, seeks to align India’s power framework with the vision of Viksit…
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28th CSPOC 2026 a Grand Success, Says Lok Sabha Speaker
The 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) 2026 was a resounding success, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla informed the House on Thursday. Addressing Members during the proceedings, the Speaker highlighted India’s role in successfully hosting the prestigious parliamentary conference after a gap of 16…