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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced a major conservation success with the birth of a Great Indian Bustard chick in Gujarat through a cooperative effort involving the State Forest Departments of Rajasthan and Gujarat and the Wildlife Institute of India. This initiative marked the first inter-state Jumpstart
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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) organized an outreach program in New Delhi to discuss the Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers, a key initiative from the Union Budget 2026-27. Attendees included key customs officials and stakeholders who deliberated on the scheme’s benefits and operational
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India, represented by Commerce and Industries Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, emphasized the need for consensus-based decision-making in WTO reform discussions at the MC14 meeting in Yaounde, Cameroon. India called for addressing asymmetries from the Uruguay Round, prioritizing issues like food security, and ensuring the dispute settlement system is functional. The
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India's Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is advancing efforts to develop sustainable port operations through the Green Tug Transition Programme and Green Hydrogen Hubs. Major ports like Deendayal and Paradip are integrating renewable energy and zero-emission technologies to reduce carbon intensity. Deendayal Port, for instance, has set
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India is undertaking substantial changes to promote sustainable and eco-friendly practices at ports. As part of the Maritime India Vision 2030 and the 'Harit Sagar' Green Port Guidelines, the ministry focuses on transitioning to electric/hybrid technology and renewable energy,
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The Union Budget for 2026-27 introduces significant reforms for India's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) aimed at bolstering their global competitiveness and growth. Recognizing the importance of SEZs in boosting exports, attracting investments, and creating jobs, the budget proposes new measures including concessional sales within the Domestic Tariff Area
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The 16th India Probiotic Symposium was held in New Delhi, emphasizing the importance of the gut microbiome for health. Shri Rajiv Gauba from NITI Aayog called attention to the health risks posed by shifting dietary habits and advocated for a blend of traditional and scientific approaches to improve gut health.
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The Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, is set to host the National Consultation 2026 under the Tele-Law initiative on 29th March at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The event, attended by the Vice-President of India and Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, aims to enhance tech-enabled legal services and engage
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The Election Commission of India has released the details of candidates for the upcoming 2026 general and bye-elections across several states and union territories. A total of 1,955 candidates will contest, with the elections scheduled for April 9, 2026. Candidate details, including the use of photos on EVM ballot
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Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, met Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Shri Dattatraya Vithoba Bharne to discuss various agricultural issues. Topics included additional funding for agricultural mechanisation and assessing crop damage due to unseasonal rains. Efforts under government schemes like Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and
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The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs), conducted a Niveshak Shivir in Bhubaneswar on March 27, 2026. This one-day event provided a platform for over 285 investors to resolve issues related to unclaimed
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The Ministry of Rural Development highlighted the success of Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs) in empowering rural youth with skills for self-employment, reaching over 60 lakh trainees. With 632 operational centers across 33 states and union territories, RSETIs provide diverse, NSQF-aligned courses. Banks facilitate credit linkage, reinforcing self-reliance among