The Union Government has undertaken comprehensive legislative and institutional reforms to strengthen governance, transparency and accountability in multi-State Cooperative Societies through the Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) (Amendment) Act, 2023. The reforms were outlined by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, highlighting…
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Ministry of Minority Affairs Launches New UMEED Portal Modules
New Delhi: In a major step towards digitising Waqf property management, the Ministry of Minority Affairs launched two new modules on the UMEED Central Portal on 30th January 2026. The Survey Module and Waqf Property Lease Management Module aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in managing Waqf assets across…
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MoSPI Seeks Public Feedback on Seasonal Adjustment of IIP
New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at modernising India’s official industrial statistics, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released Discussion Paper 3.0 on the seasonal adjustment of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and invited public feedback from stakeholders. Why Seasonal Adjustment Matters The Index of…
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Justice Reforms Shine in MHA Republic Day Tableau
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will present a spectacular tableau on Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day Parade, highlighting the nationwide implementation of the Naveen Nyaya Sanhitas, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, which came into force on 1st July 2024….
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National Workshop in Kochi to Revamp MPLADS Guidelines, eSAKSHI
In a significant step towards strengthening transparency, accountability and digital governance in public welfare schemes, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on Friday organised a national-level Brainstorming Workshop for the revision of the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) Guidelines and enhancement of the eSAKSHI Portal….
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NHRC Holds Meeting of Special Rapporteurs, Monitors in Delhi
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India on Thursday convened an important meeting of its Special Rapporteurs and Special Monitors in New Delhi, reinforcing their critical role in safeguarding human rights across the country. Chaired by NHRC Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian, the meeting focused on strengthening grassroots monitoring, accountability…
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SAMPANN: Digital Pension Reform for Telecom Retirees
SAMPANN (System for Accounting and Management of Pension) has emerged as a major digital reform in pension administration for retired employees of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Designed as an integrated online platform, SAMPANN enables seamless processing, sanctioning, and direct disbursement of pensions into beneficiaries’ bank accounts. Single Digital Platform…
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CCFC Meeting Boosts Trade Confidence at Delhi Customs
The Customs Clearance Facilitation Committee (CCFC) meeting convened by Delhi Customs has reinforced confidence among trade stakeholders by promoting dialogue, transparency, and coordinated problem-solving. Held at the Kalpana Chawla Conference Hall at Indira Gandhi International Airport, the meeting was chaired by the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Delhi Zone, and witnessed…
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CCPA Fines Vision IAS ₹11 Lakh for Misleading UPSC Ads
New Delhi, December 25: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of ₹11 lakh on Vision IAS (AjayVision Education Pvt. Ltd.) for publishing misleading advertisements related to the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) results of 2022 and 2023. The order, issued under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019,…
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India to Chair Kimberley Process from Jan 2026
New Delhi, December 25: India has been selected to assume the prestigious chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process (KP) from January 1, 2026. The Kimberley Process is a global initiative involving governments, the diamond industry, and civil society, designed to prevent the trade in “conflict diamonds”—rough diamonds used to finance armed…