India’s digital public infrastructure took a significant step forward on Tuesday as Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Jitin Prasada, dedicated the new Aadhaar App to the nation. Designed and developed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the next-generation mobile application…
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Union Minister Flags Off India’s AI University Pilot
New Delhi, 28 January 2026: Union Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary, overseeing the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Ministry of Education (MoE), unveiled India’s first AI-enabled state university pilot at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, during Google’s AI for Learning Forum in New Delhi. The initiative aims…
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BISAG-N, QNu Labs Partner to Boost Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity
In a significant step towards safeguarding India’s digital future, the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with QNu Labs Pvt. Ltd. to collaborate on quantum-resilient cybersecurity solutions. The partnership aims to strengthen India’s preparedness against emerging cybersecurity threats posed by…
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AYUSHEXCIL, Zepto Tie Up to Expand Digital AYUSH Access
The Ministry of Ayush has taken a significant step towards expanding the digital reach of India’s traditional healthcare systems with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ayush Export Promotion Council (AYUSHEXCIL) and Zepto Limited. The agreement aims to facilitate structured online access to verified AYUSH medicines…
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President Murmu’s Address to Parliament Highlights Viksit Bharat Vision
President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday addressed both Houses of Parliament, presenting a wide-ranging overview of the nation’s achievements, challenges, and reform priorities as India steps into the second phase of the 21st century. The address, delivered at the start of the Budget Session, underscored the government’s commitment…
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Govt Mulls Hybrid ATMs for Small Notes Amid UPI Push
The Union government is exploring the introduction of hybrid automated teller machines capable of dispensing small-denomination currency notes, even as digital payments powered by the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continue to expand rapidly across India. The move aims to address growing public frustration over the shortage of ₹10, ₹20 and…
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India Post Partners with SSL to Expand Capital Market Access
The Department of Posts (DoP), under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, signed a strategic agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) on 27 January 2026 at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi, to enhance citizen access to regulated capital market services across the country. Leveraging its extensive network of over…
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India’s Digital Future on International Data Privacy Day
As the world marks International Data Privacy Day on January 28, India has reaffirmed its commitment to building a secure, citizen-centric digital ecosystem anchored in trust, accountability, and robust legal safeguards. With digital platforms now deeply embedded in everyday life, the focus has shifted from mere digital access to ensuring…
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Mann Ki Baat: Democracy, Startups & Republic Day
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation in the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on January 25, 2026, ahead of Republic Day, reflecting on democracy, innovation, public participation, and India’s cultural strength. Republic Day and the Spirit of Democracy The Prime Minister noted…
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President Murmu’s Republic Day 2026 Address: Vision for Viksit Bharat
President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2026, reflecting on India’s constitutional journey while outlining a forward-looking vision rooted in democracy, unity, inclusive development and national self-reliance. Extending greetings to citizens in India and abroad, the President described Republic Day as an…