New Delhi: The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) on Thursday convened a national seminar titled “Buddhism in Modern India: Navigating Cultural and Social Pathways,” bringing together policymakers, scholars and spiritual leaders to reflect on the evolving role of Buddhism in contemporary India. Focus on Heritage and Inclusive Growth Union Minister…
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Shri Hardeep Singh Gill, Karma Join NCSK as Members
Shri Hardeep Singh Gill and Shri Karm Singh Karma have formally assumed charge as Members of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) with effect from February 23, 2026. Their appointment is expected to further strengthen institutional efforts aimed at protecting the rights and welfare of sanitation workers across India….
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India Hosts EU FEMM Delegation to Advance Gender Equality
New Delhi: The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India, hosted a 17-member delegation from the European Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM Committee) during its official mission to New Delhi from February 16 to 20, 2026. The delegation, led by Ms. Lina Gálvez,…
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DoSJE Observes World Day of Social Justice with Preamble Reading
New Delhi: The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, will observe the World Day of Social Justice on 20th February 2026 at the National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi. The event will feature a symbolic reading of the Preamble to…
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NCST Marks 23rd Foundation Day Highlighting Tribal Empowerment
New Delhi: The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) celebrated its 23rd Foundation Day today at the Civil Services Officers Institute, Vinay Marg, New Delhi. The event was graced by Shri Jual Oram, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, and Shri Durga Das Uikey, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, alongside…
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Dr. Ambedkar Centre Launches Souvenir Store
The Hon’ble Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, inaugurated the new Souvenir Shop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC)</strong) in New Delhi. The initiative aims to promote cultural heritage, support artisan communities, and spread the legacy of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Tribute to Dr. Ambedkar…
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President Murmu Inaugurates Bastar Pandum 2026 in Jagdalpur
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Friday inaugurated the Bastar Pandum 2026 at Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh, describing the festival as a living expression of the region’s deep-rooted cultural values and its celebration of everyday life. Addressing a large gathering, the President said Bastar’s people view every phase of nature…
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PANKHUDI Portal to Empower Women, Children
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has launched the PANKHUDI portal, a single-window digital platform aimed at enabling structured, transparent and outcome-oriented participation in women and child development initiatives across India. Designed as a comprehensive digital interface, the portal allows individuals, non-government organisations, corporates and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)…
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Savitri Thakur, UN Envoy Discuss Women-Led Growth
Minister of State for Women and Child Development Smt. Savitri Thakur held a high-level meeting with Shri Parvathaneni Harish, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, during her official visit to New York, reaffirming India’s commitment to inclusive development, social justice and women-led growth on global platforms. The meeting comes…
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India Showcases Inclusive Development Vision at UN Social Meet
India has strongly articulated its rights-based, inclusive and people-centric development model at the 64th session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development, currently underway at the UN Headquarters in New York. Addressing the Ministerial Forum, the Indian delegation highlighted how social justice and inclusion remain central to the country’s…