The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has unveiled a first-of-its-kind ‘Bee Corridor’ initiative aimed at transforming highway plantations into ecological lifelines for pollinators. Moving beyond ornamental greenery, NHAI plans to develop dedicated pollinator corridors along National Highways to support honeybees and other vital species. The initiative marks a significant…
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NeSDA Report: 24,563 e-Services Across States
India’s digital governance journey has taken another significant step forward with the release of the 33rd edition of the NeSDA Way Forward Monthly Report for States and Union Territories. Issued by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), the January 2026 report reveals that a total of 24,563…
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MoPR Showcases AI Governance at AI Impact Summit 2026
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) has placed Artificial Intelligence at the centre of grassroots governance reforms, unveiling a series of AI-powered initiatives at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, also known as Lalan Singh, inaugurated the Ministry’s pavilion at Bharat…
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Tele-Law Workshop Strengthens Justice Access in J&K
The Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, organised a major regional event-cum-workshop under the Tele-Law Initiative of the DISHA scheme in Srinagar on February 17, 2026, reinforcing the Centre’s commitment to technology-enabled access to justice in Jammu & Kashmir. The workshop, held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre…
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Labour Codes Focus at Bhubaneswar Regional Meet
A two-day Regional Conference of Labour & Employment and Industry Secretaries of States and Union Territories was inaugurated in Bhubaneswar on February 17, 2026, with a strong focus on the smooth implementation of the four Labour Codes and strengthening social security mechanisms. The conference, organised by the Ministry of Labour…
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DDWS Hosts 6th Peyjal Samvad to Boost Jal Jeevan Mission
New Delhi, February 17, 2026: The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS), under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, convened the 6th District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad to accelerate implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and deepen community ownership of rural water services. Focus on Community-Owned Water Systems The virtual…
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MIB Pavilion Showcases AI Power at WAVES 2026
New Delhi, February 17, 2026: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) Pavilion has emerged as a dynamic AI innovation workspace at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, transforming the WAVES Creators’ Corner into a live demonstration hub for next-generation media technologies. A Hands-On AI Innovation Workspace Conceptualised as more…
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DFS Reviews Business Correspondent Network at 10th Meeting
New Delhi, February 17, 2026: The Department of Financial Services (DFS) convened the tenth meeting of the Monitoring Committee on Business Correspondents (BCs), reviewing progress on financial inclusion initiatives and strengthening the BC ecosystem across the country. High-Level Participation The meeting was chaired by Shri M. Nagaraju, Secretary, DFS, and…
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Modi Welcomes Macron, Boosts India–France Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended a warm welcome to French President Emmanuel Macron, expressing confidence that the high-level visit will further deepen the India–France strategic partnership. The Prime Minister said discussions in Mumbai and New Delhi are expected to inject fresh momentum into bilateral cooperation across key sectors….
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DoT Showcases AI-Ready Telecom at AI Summit
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), in collaboration with the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) and Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), spotlighted India’s AI-ready telecom ecosystem at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Through two high-level sessions, policymakers and industry leaders discussed how artificial intelligence is…