The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme, aimed at enhancing the quality and relevance of vocational training across India. The initiative focuses on modernizing infrastructure, introducing industry-aligned courses, and strengthening industry linkages to improve employability outcomes. Key Objectives of PM-SETU…
Delhi Hosts Third Future Warfare Strategy Course
The third edition of the tri-services Future Warfare Course has commenced at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, marking a significant step in preparing India’s Armed Forces for the evolving nature of modern and future conflicts. Scheduled from February 2 to February 25, 2026, the three-week programme is being conducted…
Iran Weighs Nuclear Talks with US Amid Missile Standoff
Iran is weighing the terms for resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States, signalling cautious openness to diplomacy even as tensions remain high over missiles, sanctions and the American military presence near its shores. Officials in Tehran say discussions are being evaluated urgently, driven by the need for sanctions relief…
River Rejuvenation Shows Progress Under Namami Gange, NRCP
India’s sustained efforts toward river rejuvenation and pollution abatement are yielding measurable results, with significant improvement reported in the water quality of the River Ganga and steady progress across other major river basins. The Centre informed Parliament that large-scale investments under the Namami Gange Programme and the National River Conservation…
Jal Jeevan Mission Brings Tap Water to Rural India
The Government of India, in partnership with States and Union Territories, has made significant strides under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), providing functional tap water connections to rural households at 55 liters per capita per day. From just 3.24 crore households in August 2019, the Mission has now reached over…
Budget 2026 Puts Ayush at Core of India’s Healthcare Vision
The Union Budget 2026 has placed Ayush firmly at the centre of India’s evolving healthcare framework, marking a decisive shift toward integrative and holistic health systems. The announcements reflect the government’s intent to elevate traditional systems of medicine as a vital pillar of preventive healthcare, economic growth, and global wellness…
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Subhashitam on Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Monday shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the timeless value of self-reliance, linking ancient wisdom with contemporary national priorities. The message, shared through social media, underscored that true prosperity follows capability and self-respect rather than dependence. The Prime Minister’s remarks came at a time…
Haryana CM Nayab Saini Meets PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi
Haryana Chief Minister Shri Nayab Singh Saini on Monday met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi, marking an important interaction between the state leadership and the Centre. The meeting, held in the national capital, focused on issues of governance, development priorities, and strengthening Centre–State coordination in Haryana. The…
Lord Buddha’s Devnimori Relics to Be Exhibited in Sri Lanka
In a profound gesture of spiritual outreach and cultural diplomacy, India will exhibit the sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha in Sri Lanka from February 4 to 10, 2026. The exposition, to be held at the revered Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, reflects India’s enduring civilizational responsibility as the birthplace of…
MGMD Scheme Not Linked With ODOP, Govt Tells Lok Sabha
The Union Government on Monday clarified in Parliament that the Ministry of Culture’s Mapping of Cultural Heritage of Villages (MGMD) initiative has no provision for integration with the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme and remains confined to digital documentation of village-level cultural assets. The clarification was provided by Union…
