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India launched the Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme to achieve 'Zero Dumpsites' under the Swachh Bharat Mission by October 2026. The initiative focuses on remediating over 200 high-impact dumpsites which contain the bulk of India's remaining legacy waste. Using a circular economy approach, remediated waste is turned
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The Ministry of Minority Affairs of India has expanded its UMEED Central Portal with the introduction of two new modules aimed at improving the management and transparency of Waqf properties. These two modules, the Survey Module and Waqf Property Lease Module, were launched on January 30, 2026. The Survey Module
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Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Savitri Thakur, will lead the Indian delegation to the 64th Session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development. The session, held at the UN headquarters in New York, focuses on enhancing cooperation on social welfare and inclusion policies. India'
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The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), part of India's Ministry of AYUSH, concluded an internship program on AI in AYUSH research. Running from December 15 to January 30, it involved 33 selected interns from a pool of 180 applicants. The program aimed to integrate AI
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The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs recently hosted a meeting with the National Productivity Council to explore collaborative efforts in areas including training, sustainability, and compliance, aimed at supporting India's goal of becoming a high-income, innovative economy through productivity and sustainability initiatives. Source: Original Link
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India and Bhutan conducted Development Cooperation Talks in New Delhi, underscoring their strong bilateral partnership and reviewing development projects under Bhutan's 13th Five Year Plan (2024-2029). The discussions included approval of projects totaling INR/Nu. 10,000 crores, focusing on community development and economic stimulus. Source: Original Link
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The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his delight over the inclusion of the Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat as Ramsar sites. These sites are recognized for their importance in wetland conservation and biodiversity. Modi congratulated the local communities and conservationists for their efforts
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Punjab on February 1, 2026, to commemorate the 649th Birth Anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Ji. During the visit, Adampur Airport will be renamed as Sri Guru Ravidas Ji Airport to honor the saint and social reformer. Modi will also inaugurate the new Terminal
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The Government of India is emphasizing balanced fertilization as vital for sustainable agriculture, highlighting the need for the appropriate use of both macronutrients and micronutrients. With initiatives like the Soil Health Card Scheme and the Nutrient-Based Subsidy in place, alongside the encouragement of regenerative agriculture practices, the country aims to
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Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav has announced the inclusion of the Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat in India's Ramsar network ahead of World Wetlands Day 2026. This move signifies a substantial expansion in India’s Ramsar network, which has grown from 26
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The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, organized a regional workshop in Guwahati focused on the non-institutional rehabilitation of children with special needs. The event brought together 122 participants from various adoption and child protection agencies, aiming to strengthen adoption processes and support
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The Ministry of External Affairs of India recently released several important press statements. Notable updates include Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving calls from international leaders, the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and the inaugural meeting of the U.S.-India Drug Policy Executive Working Group. Source: Original Link