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The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has been highlighted as a significant diplomatic achievement by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Lauded by Shah as a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomacy, the agreement delivers duty-free access on 98.08% of Oman's tariff lines, covering
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The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PMVBRY), a nationwide Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme aimed at generating over 3.5 crore jobs across India in two years. Commencing on August 1, 2025, the scheme focuses on driving employment through incentives in various sectors, with
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On November 21, 2025, India activated four sweeping labour codes aimed at improving worker welfare and streamlining regulations. These codes, consolidating previous labour laws, introduce universal social security coverage through the Social Security Code, 2020, extend employee benefits like ESIC and EPF, and ensure fair wages and working conditions under
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On December 18, 2025, the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), in cooperation with the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), organized the Bharat CPSEs’ Consultative Conclave in New Delhi. The event focused on the theme "Shaping India’s Growth Story through DAKSH PSEs @2047," aiming to develop a Capacity Building
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On December 18, 2025, Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia led a review meeting focused on enhancing the Matabari Tourism Circuit in Tripura. The initiative aims to transform Tripura into a global cultural and spiritual tourism spot by fostering local engagement, conserving ecological aesthetics, and integrating the state’s rich historical
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The Indian Parliament has passed the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, which will allow up to 100% Foreign Direct Investment in insurance companies. The legislation, which amends three existing Acts, aims to enhance insurance coverage, ease business operations, and strengthen regulatory governance to bolster the
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The Ministry of Coal in India has simplified the disposal of coal washery rejects, aligning with government's ease of doing business initiatives. By removing the requirement for prior permission from the Coal Controller Organisation for energy extraction and alternative uses, the new framework mitigates delays, promoting efficient utilization
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The Indian government, through the Ministry of Jal Shakti, has implemented extensive initiatives aimed at ensuring long-term water conservation and management across the country with significant efforts concentrated on states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Campaigns such as the Jal Shakti Abhiyan
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti, through the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) in collaboration with state governments, has released the 2025 Dynamic Ground Water Resources Assessment. The report indicates that India's annual groundwater recharge stands at 448.52 billion cubic meters (BCM) with an extractable resource of 407.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed his congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he was awarded Oman's highest civilian honor, 'The First Class of the Order of Oman'. Shah highlighted this award as a testament to PM Modi's global leadership and the
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has initiated an investigation into the flight disruptions faced by IndiGo, based on a filed complaint. The assessment will proceed in line with the Competition Act, 2002, as the Commission takes the necessary steps to understand and address the issues impacting the aviation sector
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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to Oman from December 17-18, 2025, he met with Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to strengthen bilateral relations, marking 70 years of diplomatic ties. A significant outcome of the visit was the signing of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), aimed