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…
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Adampur Airport Renamed After Guru Ravidass: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced the renaming of Punjab’s Adampur Airport as Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport, calling the decision a fitting tribute to the timeless ideals of Sant Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji. The announcement was made on the auspicious occasion of Sant Ravidass Jayanti, a…
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President Murmu Opens Amrit Udyan; Public Entry from Feb 3
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Saturday graced the opening of the Amrit Udyan Winter Annuals Edition 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking the beginning of another season of public access to one of the country’s most iconic and carefully curated gardens. The Amrit Udyan will be open for public…
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PM Modi Greets Nation on Sacred Thai Poosam Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended warm greetings to people across India and devotees worldwide on the sacred occasion of Thai Poosam, one of the most significant festivals dedicated to Lord Murugan. The Prime Minister prayed for the well-being of all and expressed hope that the divine blessings of…
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NSO Prepares for Landmark Income, Services Surveys
Chennai: The National Statistics Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), has begun a crucial preparatory phase for two landmark surveys with an All-India Workshop of Trainers held in Chennai on January 28 and 29, 2026. The workshop marks a key step ahead of the launch…
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India, Canada Renew Energy Partnership at IEW 2026
India and Canada took a significant step towards strengthening bilateral energy ties with the signing of a joint statement on energy cooperation during India Energy Week 2026 (IEW’26) in Goa. The agreement reflects a renewed political and commercial push by both nations to collaborate across conventional and clean energy sectors,…
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Halwa Ceremony Marks Union Budget 2026-27 Prep
New Delhi: The final stage of preparations for the Union Budget 2026-27 commenced today with the traditional Halwa Ceremony at the Budget Press in North Block, New Delhi. The event was graced by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary. The…
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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…
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PM Modi Greets Himachal Pradesh on Statehood Day
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended warm greetings to the people of Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of the state’s Statehood Day, lauding its unique blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and the valour of its people. In a message shared on social media platform X, the…
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Dr Abhilaksh Likhi Visits ICAR-CIBA to Boost Shrimp Farming
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India, visited the ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its Muttukadu Experimental Station in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on 19 January 2026. The visit focused on promoting indigenous technology, climate-smart aquaculture, and efficient resource utilization for sustainable shrimp farming. Interaction with…