Davos, Switzerland: Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India’s high growth trajectory and economic resilience at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The Minister emphasised that deep structural reforms, steered by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, have transformed India into a globally trusted investment destination. Strong Structural Reforms…
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Centre Sanctions 10,000 km Roads Under PMGSY-IV
The Government of India has approved over 10,000 kilometres of road projects under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana–IV (PMGSY-IV), benefiting Jammu & Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. This initiative is set to connect approximately 3,270 previously isolated habitations, unlocking access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities…
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“Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: Empowering India’s Girls”
As India marks 11 years of the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) on January 22, 2026, the landmark savings scheme stands tall as one of the country’s most impactful initiatives for the girl child. Launched in 2015 under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign, SSY was envisioned as more than a…
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India Post Boosts Banking Access via 887 ATMs
New Delhi: In a significant push towards improving access to banking services and strengthening financial inclusion, the Department of Posts has revamped its ATM infrastructure by activating 887 automated teller machines across India. The newly operational ATMs, installed at post offices in different parts of the country, are designed to…
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MoFPI Charts Roadmap for India’s Food Processing Growth
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) organised a two-day Chintan Shivir in Udaipur, Rajasthan, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academic institutions, and state representatives to chart a roadmap for a modern, globally competitive, and inclusive food processing sector. Inaugural Vision: Strengthening India’s Food Processing Ecosystem Union Minister for Food…
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National Drive for Rural Entrepreneurship Launched
In a major push to strengthen rural livelihoods and promote women-led enterprises, the Ministry of Rural Development has launched a nationwide “National Campaign on Entrepreneurship” under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). The campaign aims to create a strong ecosystem for non-farm rural enterprises and accelerate…
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Jayant Chaudhary: Skilling Gets Unified Push
India’s skilling ecosystem is witnessing a fundamental transformation, moving away from fragmented systems towards a unified, outcome-oriented framework aligned with education, industry, and emerging technologies. This was stated by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education Shri Jayant Chaudhary while…
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Amit Shah Urges Secure, Developed Kerala at Conclave
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, addressed the Kerala Kaumudi Conclave in Thiruvananthapuram on 11 January 2026, calling for a vision of a Developed, Secure Kerala that respects the faiths of all citizens. Emphasizing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, Shri Shah highlighted the central government’s…
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National Workshop Strengthens State R&D Ecosystems in India
NITI Aayog conducted the National Workshop on “Sustaining Innovation: Embedding R&D in State Institutions” on 8th–9th January 2026 at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore. Chaired by Shri Suman Bery, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, the workshop brought together planning secretaries, state council leaders, industry experts, and institutional heads to explore pathways for…
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Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act Empowers Panchayats, Boosts Rural Jobs
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 marks a decisive shift in India’s rural development journey, placing Panchayats and Gram Sabhas at the heart of planning and execution. Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, said the…