Cab and auto-rickshaw drivers across India will observe a nationwide one-day strike on February 7, 2026, protesting the unchecked operation of illegal bike taxi services and what they describe as exploitative fare policies imposed by app-based ride-hailing companies. The strike is expected to disrupt urban transport services in major cities,…
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Why Homemade Dog Food May Harm Pets, Vets Warn
Preparing homemade meals for dogs has become an increasingly popular trend among pet owners who want to offer “clean,” fresh, and personalised food to their furry companions. While the intention is rooted in love and care, veterinarians are raising serious concerns that home-cooked diets may unintentionally harm pets if not…
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Bihar Appoints 1,224 Doctors, Nitish Kumar Boosts Health Reforms
In a significant boost to Bihar’s public healthcare system, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 1,224 newly recruited doctors in Patna. The appointments include both specialist and general medical officers and form part of the state government’s ongoing effort to strengthen government hospitals and expand…
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Agni-3 Missile Test Success Boosts India’s Deterrence
India on Thursday successfully conducted the test-firing of the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) Agni-3 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha, marking another important milestone in the country’s strategic defence preparedness. The launch, carried out on February 6, 2026, validated all operational and technical parameters of the…
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AIIA Hosts National Workshop on Nadi Pareeksha in New Delhi
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, on Thursday successfully organised a one-day national workshop on Nadi Pareeksha, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening classical Ayurvedic diagnostic practices through structured academic engagement. The workshop was conducted by the Department of Roga Nidan Evam Vikriti Vigyan (RNVV) at the institute’s…
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TRAI Evaluates Mobile Network Quality in Chitradurga
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the findings of its Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted across Chitradurga city and surrounding areas in Karnataka, providing a detailed assessment of real-world mobile network performance. The exercise, carried out under the supervision of TRAI’s Regional Office in Bengaluru, aimed to…
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RRM Leads Indian Delegation to Saudi Arabia for World Defence Show 2026
Raksha Rajya Mantri (RRM) Shri Sanjay Seth will lead a high-level Indian delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to participate in the third edition of the World Defence Show (WDS) 2026, scheduled to be held on February 08 and 09. The global defence exhibition is expected to bring together…
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Food Processing Sector Grows Strongly Under MoFPI Schemes
India’s food processing sector has witnessed steady expansion in value addition, exports, employment and infrastructure over the past decade, supported by focused policy interventions and flagship schemes of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). The sector’s progress was highlighted by the Union Minister of State for Food Processing Industries,…
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NIFTEM Centres Strengthen Food Safety Under PMKSY
The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) Centres of Excellence are playing a pivotal role in strengthening India’s food safety and quality assurance ecosystem through modern testing infrastructure supported under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). These initiatives are significantly enhancing regulatory compliance, export competitiveness, and…
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India Signs DPI MoUs With 23 Nations, UPI Expands Globally
India has significantly strengthened its global digital leadership by signing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 23 countries for cooperation on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), while the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues its rapid international expansion. The developments underline India’s growing influence in shaping digital governance frameworks worldwide through the India…