The 5th edition of the Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC-26) was held at the Naval War College, Goa, on 21 February 2026, bringing together naval chiefs and senior maritime leaders from 15 Indian Ocean Region (IOR) nations. The conclave reinforced the shared commitment of regional partners to enhance cooperative mechanisms addressing…
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Vice-President Releases Vajpayee Coffee Table Book
New Delhi: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Friday released the coffee table book “Atal Bihari Vajpayee: The Eternal Statesman” at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in the national capital, paying rich tributes to one of India’s most respected leaders. A Tribute to a Statesman Describing the occasion…
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IFSCA-IICA MoU to Boost Governance at GIFT IFSC
Gandhinagar: In a major push to institutionalize a standardized corporate governance ecosystem at GIFT International Financial Services Centre (GIFT IFSC), the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) and the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement was formally signed on February…
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NSSTA Foundation Day Highlights Data-Driven Governance Push
India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening data-driven governance and building a future-ready statistical workforce, as the National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA) celebrated its 18th Foundation Day in Greater Noida. The event highlighted the growing importance of data, artificial intelligence, and digital capacity building in shaping governance, policymaking, and…
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“PDUNASS Hosts Workshop on Corporate Insolvency”
New Delhi, February 12: The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS) organised a focused half-day workshop on the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, aimed at strengthening the institutional preparedness of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). Focus on Insolvency…
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IICA Trains IES, ITS Officers on Companies Act
The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has organised a specialised training programme on the Companies Act, Competition Law, and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) for officers of the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Trade Service (ITS). The five-day programme is being…
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CCRAS Concludes IT Internship Programme to Boost Ayush Research
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), functioning under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, has successfully concluded its Internship Programme on Information Technology in AYUSH. The programme, which ended on January 30, was aimed at strengthening the use of digital tools, artificial intelligence, and data-driven approaches…
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IICA and NPC Join Forces for Productivity and Viksit Bharat
The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the National Productivity Council (NPC) to discuss strategic collaboration in training, research, productivity, sustainability, and compliance support. The delegation was led by Smt. Neeraja Shekhar, Director General, and Shri Umashankar Prasad, Deputy Director General (Group), NPC. The…
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Supporting Young Scientists in India: DST and ANRF Initiatives
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has implemented several programs to support and encourage young scientists and researchers nationwide. These initiatives focus on nurturing talent in STEM fields, bridging gender gaps, and enhancing India’s research ecosystem. Key Initiatives for Young Scientists Scheme for Young Scientists and Technologists (SYST): Supports…
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Union Secretary Meets Champion Fish Farmers to Boost Growth
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAH&D), Government of India, engaged with 59 Champion Fish Farmers from across the country on 28th January 2026 through a video conference. The interactive session included Padma Shri awardees, representatives from the Rajya Sabha,…