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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs, has initiated a national quiz under the Viksit Vibrant Villages Program (VVVP) 2026. Aimed at promoting the participation of youth in border village development, the quiz is conducted between 10th and 20th May 2026 and
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India's financial inclusion strategy is undergoing significant transformation, anchored by strong Digital Public Infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence. This effort aims to deliver scalable, intelligent, and inclusive financial services, particularly benefiting underserved communities including MSMEs, informal workers, and rural and women-led enterprises. AI-driven solutions enhance credit access, risk management,
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The Indian Air Force and the Centre for Airpower and Strategic Studies hosted a Joint Aerospace Power Seminar in Nagpur on May 11, 2026. The event focused on efficient maintenance and self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) as enablers of airpower, emphasizing the importance of indigenous capabilities and maintenance efficiency in enhancing national security
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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change will organize thematic events in India showcasing conservation efforts of big cats like Tigers, Asiatic Lions, Leopards, Snow Leopards, and Cheetahs. These events will serve to highlight conservation achievements and challenges, promote awareness, and strengthen stakeholder engagement as part of the International
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On the anniversary of the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the event as a testament to India's unyielding resolve in the face of international pressure. He highlighted a Sanskrit verse to emphasize the balance of strength and capability. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sadness and extended condolences to families affected by a wall collapse in Sangli, Maharashtra, which resulted in multiple fatalities. He also wished for the quick recovery of the injured. Source: Original Link
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The Government of India, in collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has announced a new strategy, COSOP 2026-2033, aimed at boosting rural incomes, fortifying resilience, and scaling up sustainable livelihoods. The plan will align with India's Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, focusing on social, economic, and
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The Department of Financial Services, under the Ministry of Finance, has initiated the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) valued at USD 1.5 billion, along with a sovereign guarantee of USD 1.4 billion to ensure the continuous coverage of maritime insurance risks involving Indian vessels. This step comes in
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The Ministry of Education, Government of India, hosted a Diplomatic Interaction at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi in preparation for Bharat Innovates 2026, scheduled in Nice, France. Union Minister of Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, emphasized India's potential as a technology developer and encouraged global collaboration to address
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The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of certain shares in Ctrl S Datacenters Limited by CPPIB India Private Holdings Inc., an investment company managed by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. Ctrl S, an Indian company, provides data center and managed cloud services. Source: Original Link
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has given the green light to Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited's acquisition of a 7.14% stake in Lloyds Engineering Works Limited and the subsequent merger of Lloyds Infrastructure & Construction Limited, Metalfab Hightech Private Limited, and Techno Industries Private Limited into Lloyds
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The Competition Commission of India has given the green light to the acquisition of Kenvue Inc. by Kimberly-Clark Corporation. This transaction involves Kimberly-Clark taking complete control over Kenvue as per an agreement signed on November 2, 2025. Kimberly-Clark is active globally in producing a range of products made from natural