Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India’s premier state-owned telecommunications service provider, has ushered in the New Year with a major digital connectivity boost by launching Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) services across all telecom circles in the country. The nationwide rollout, announced on January 1, 2026, marks a significant milestone in…
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MCA Replaces Annual Director KYC With Once-in-Three-Year Filing
In a major compliance reform aimed at easing regulatory burden, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has replaced the annual Know Your Customer (KYC) filing requirement for company directors with a simplified KYC intimation once every three years. The move, notified on December 31, 2025, is expected to significantly reduce…
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DRDO Marks 68th Foundation Day, ₹1.30 Lakh Crore Defence Boost
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) marked its 68th Foundation Day on January 1, 2026, with a historic milestone that significantly strengthens India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. During the celebrations, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V. Kamat announced that Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) worth approximately ₹1.30 lakh crore has been…
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Machine-Based Levy on Gutkha & Chewing Tobacco FAQs
The Union government has released a comprehensive set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to clarify the new machine-based levy system for chewing tobacco, jarda scented tobacco and gutkha. Issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), the clarifications aim to help manufacturers understand the capacity-based excise duty…
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Air Marshal S Shrinivas Takes Charge of IAF Training Command
Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas formally took over as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Training Command of the Indian Air Force on January 1, 2026. The appointment places a highly experienced fighter pilot, instructor and administrator at the helm of the command responsible for shaping the future manpower of…
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Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters Goes Live via Jan Samarth
In a significant boost to India’s export ecosystem, the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) has been made operational through the Jan Samarth Portal with effect from December 1, 2025. The scheme has witnessed a strong initial response, reflecting growing confidence among exporters and micro, small and medium enterprises amid…
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Dharmendra Pradhan Reviews Education Schemes, Stresses NEP 2020 Goals
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday conducted a high-level review of key schemes and initiatives of the Ministry of Education, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening learning outcomes, access and quality across India’s education system. The comprehensive review meeting was held in New Delhi and focused on both…
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VP C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Tamil Nadu on Jan 2–3
New Delhi: Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake a two-day official visit to Tamil Nadu on January 02 and 03, 2026, during which he will participate in a series of academic, cultural, literary, and spiritual engagements across Chennai and Vellore. The visit reflects the Vice-President’s continued engagement…
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Union Sports Minister Lays Foundation of ₹75 Cr HPC in Bengaluru
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday virtually inaugurated the foundation stone laying ceremony of a ₹75 crore state-of-the-art High Performance Centre (HPC) at the Sports Authority of India’s Netaji Subhas Southern Centre (NSSC) in Bengaluru. The ambitious project marks a significant step in strengthening…
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India’s First Maritime NBFC SMFCL Begins Lending with ₹4,300 Cr
Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL), India’s first Non-Banking Financial Company exclusively focused on the maritime sector, has formally commenced its lending operations, marking a significant milestone in the country’s evolving maritime finance ecosystem. The corporation approved loan sanctions of approximately ₹4,300 crore at its 51st Board Meeting held on December…