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The Government of India's Offer for Sale (OFS) for a 6% stake in Bank of Maharashtra, launched on December 1, 2025, met with an impressive response on its opening day for non-retail investors. The sale, which includes a 5% equity share and an additional 1% green-shoe option, was
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In November 2025, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) reported a record 231 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions, marking an 8.47% increase over November 2024. This growth underscores the expanding adoption of Aadhaar in facilitating digital services and welfare schemes. Additionally, face authentication showed significant traction, with nearly 60%
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The Sardar@150 Padyatra, organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports via its MY Bharat platform, covered 115 km over seven days to commemorate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary. The padyatra has seen a variety of activities such as tree planting, cultural programs, and community
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India reports a significant expansion in medical education and healthcare infrastructure. Since 2014, the number of medical colleges has more than doubled from 387 to 818. Undergraduate medical seats have increased from 51,348 to 128,875, while postgraduate seats have grown
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The 14th edition of the India-Maldives Joint Military Exercise EKUVERIN has commenced in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Running from December 2 to December 15, 2025, the exercise involves 45 personnel each from the Indian Army's GARHWAL RIFLES and the Maldives National Defence Force. Aimed at enhancing interoperability and operational capabilities
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced significant upgrades in India's food safety enforcement infrastructure. Under the SoFTeL scheme, 47 state food testing laboratories have been enhanced and 34 new microbiology labs established. Additionally, to bridge gaps in rural testing capabilities, states and union territories have
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Shri Kumar Rohit, Director of PDUNASS, inaugurated a crucial phase of the induction training for the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's new officers at Gujarat National Law University. This phase, part of a transformative legal era in India, aims to shape officers into strategic partners in the social
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The Government of India has designated Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub under the Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative, with a focus on enhancing seafood and cashew exports. This move aims to strengthen the district's export infrastructure and boost its participation in global trade. As part
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India's government has been consistently reviewing and updating its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policies to ensure the country remains an attractive and investor-friendly destination. The government seeks to simplify regulations, enhance the Ease of Doing Business, and liberalize FDI norms across multiple sectors. Significant reforms include increased FDI
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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry has recognized 1,97,692 startups as part of the Startup India initiative as of October 31, 2025. Despite 6,385 startups being categorized as closed due to various market and financial factors,
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The Government of India's Ministry of Commerce & Industry has implemented the Tea Development & Promotion Scheme (TDPS) in Assam, aiming to elevate the state's tea industry. Administered by the Tea Board, the scheme has focused on enhancing tea production, quality, and exports, while also empowering
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President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, is set to participate in the Navy Day-2025 celebrations in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on December 3 and 4, 2025. The event will showcase the Indian Navy's operational demonstration. The announcement was made by the Press Information Bureau in Delhi. Source: Original Link