New Delhi: The Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a symbol of India’s modern railway transformation, carrying more than 7.5 crore passengers since its launch in February 2019. With 164 services now operational across the country, the semi-high-speed train has redefined long-distance and intercity travel by offering faster, safer, and…
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Trump Expands US Travel Ban to 30+ Countries: Full List
US President Donald Trump has significantly expanded the United States travel ban, extending full or partial entry restrictions to more than 30 countries. The move, announced through a new presidential proclamation, marks one of the most sweeping immigration actions of Trump’s current term and signals a renewed hardline approach to…
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PLI Scheme Boosts Domestic Medical Device Manufacturing
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Promoting Domestic Manufacturing of Medical Devices is steadily transforming India’s MedTech landscape, with approved projects translating into investments, employment generation and rising export potential. The government has informed Parliament that the scheme is on track and will continue until March 2027, with no…
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National Mission on Natural Farming to Boost Sustainable Agriculture
The Union Government has outlined a comprehensive roadmap to promote eco-friendly and cost-effective agriculture through the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), a flagship initiative aimed at reducing farmers’ dependence on chemical inputs while improving soil health and farm sustainability. Approved by the Union Cabinet on November 25, 2024, the…
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NHRC Winter Internship 2025 Begins for University Students
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India inaugurated its four-week Winter Internship Programme (WIP) 2025 in New Delhi on 15th December. The programme, running until 9th January 2026, brings together 80 university-level students from diverse academic backgrounds, selected from 1,485 applicants across 19 States and Union Territories. Inauguration Highlights NHRC…
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India’s Textile Sector Exports Reach $37.75B in FY 2024-25
India’s textile and apparel sector, including handicrafts, has demonstrated resilience amid global economic challenges, achieving total exports of USD 37.75 billion in FY 2024-25. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.49% over the last three years, according to data shared by the Ministry of Textiles. Export Trends…
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MoSPI Invites Feedback on New National Accounts Methodology
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has initiated a key revision of India’s national accounts by setting FY 2022-23 as the new base year. To support this, MoSPI has released a discussion paper on methodological improvements in the compilation of National Accounts aggregates using the expenditure approach, inviting…
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NAMASTE Scheme: Mechanised Sanitation Safety Across India
In a major initiative to safeguard sanitation workers, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has implemented the NAMASTE (National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem) scheme across over 4,800 Urban Local Bodies. The scheme focuses on mechanised cleaning of sewers and septic tanks, aiming for zero fatalities and improved…
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President Murmu Opens 1066th Jayanthi at Suttur Math
President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, on Monday inaugurated the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli in Karnataka’s Mandya district, highlighting the enduring relevance of spiritual wisdom in a rapidly changing world. Addressing a large gathering at the sacred Suttur Math, the President said…
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PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Subhashitam on Humility of True Warriors
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam that underscores the timeless virtues of humility, courage and selfless action, drawing attention to values deeply rooted in India’s civilisational ethos. The verse, shared on social media platform X, reflects the belief that true warriors do not indulge in self-praise…