Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid heartfelt homage to renowned freedom fighter and social reformer Parbati Giri on her birth centenary, remembering her courage during India’s struggle against colonial rule and her lifelong dedication to public service. The Prime Minister described her contributions to society as inspirational and relevant…
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ICGS Sankalp Visits Mauritius, Boosts Maritime Cooperation
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on January 17 as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean Region. The visit underscores India’s continued commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation, enhancing interoperability and deepening its longstanding…
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Blue Economy Future: Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair): The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are set to emerge as a major hub of India’s Blue Economy, with the government placing strong emphasis on harnessing marine resources through science, technology and biotechnology, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Friday. The Union Minister of State…
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Enhancing Gender Statistics Conference Conclude in New Delhi
New Delhi witnessed a significant two-day conference on “Enhancing Gender Statistics” held from 15–16 January 2026 at the NCAER campus. Jointly organised by the Social Statistics Division of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) and the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), the event brought together policymakers,…
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CSIR Skill Initiative: Future-Ready Workforce for India
New Delhi: The CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative is playing a crucial role in building a future-ready, skilled workforce aligned with India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Skill India. Implemented by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the flagship programme aims to bridge the gap between scientific research, industry…
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President Murmu Addresses GNDU Convocation, Stresses Nation-Building
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Thursday underscored that education should not be viewed merely as a means of earning a livelihood but as a powerful instrument to serve society and strengthen the nation. Addressing the convocation ceremony of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar, she urged young…
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Somnath Swabhiman Parv 2026: Celebrating 1,000 Years of Faith
The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, held from 8–11 January 2026, marks 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the historic Somnath Temple by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026. Rather than mourning destruction, the Parv celebrates resilience, devotion, and India’s enduring civilisational heritage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Somnath on 10–11…
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PMMSY Trains 22,000+ Fish Farmers Across India
The Department of Fisheries has made significant strides in building capacity within India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Structured training and skill development programs have equipped over 22,000 participants with modern techniques in fish farming, hatchery operations, feed formulation, and value-added processing. Hon’ble…
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National Workshop on Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats at Pune
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, in collaboration with the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Maharashtra, is organizing a two-day national workshop at Yashwantrao Chavan Academy of Development Administration (YASHADA), Pune, on 8–9 January 2026. The workshop aims to showcase best practices of Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats…
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan on 3-Day Maharashtra Rural Outreach
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Three-Day Maharashtra Visit to Focus on Farmers and Rural Development Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan is on a three-day visit to Maharashtra from December 31, 2025 to January 2, 2026, focusing on strengthening agriculture,…