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General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff, visited the NCC Republic Day Camp at Delhi Cantt on January 14, 2026. He emphasized the significant role of the youth in national transformation, highlighting the contributions of NCC cadets in various national initiatives. The event showcased the cadets’ potential through cultural
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Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, celebrated the festival of Pongal with the community of Indian Institute of Technology Madras on January 14, 2026. The event, attended by various faculty members, students, and campus residents, highlighted the cultural and communal spirit of the harvest festival. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared moments from Pongal festivities held at Union Minister Dr. L Murugan's residence in New Delhi. By posting on social media, Modi highlighted the joy and cultural warmth of the celebration, expressing wishes for happiness and vibrancy in lives. Source: Original Link
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Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri engaged in discussions with Ms. Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China, during her visit to India. The meeting focused on bolstering bilateral relations, with particular emphasis on economic and cultural exchanges. Both sides committed to enhancing mutual
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The Indian government has advised its citizens to refrain from traveling to Iran amid current developments in the country. This follows a previous advisory issued on January 5, 2026, as tensions continue to escalate. Source: Original Link
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Minister Shri C.R. Paatil inaugurated several aquatic biodiversity conservation initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission at the Wildlife Institute of India. The initiatives include new monitoring centres, conservation programs for dolphins and turtles, and educational programs on freshwater ecology. Source: Original Link
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The 10th Defence Forces Veterans' Day was marked by various events across India to honor the contributions and sacrifices of ex-servicemen. Held on January 14, 2026, the main event at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, was attended by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh along with about 2,500 veterans from
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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has implemented significant reforms in tolling systems, making highway travel more convenient and affordable. With the introduction of the FASTag Annual Pass and encouragement of digital payments, the initiative has drastically reduced waiting times and costs associated with toll booths. Source: Original
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Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the National Conference on Eco-restoration of the Aravalli Landscape, emphasizing the government's commitment to restoring 26 million hectares of degraded land as part of the Aravalli Green Wall Project under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The initiative includes greening efforts across
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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, conveyed heartfelt greetings to the nation for Makar Sankranti. He acknowledged the regional festivities by extending specific wishes for celebrations such as Bhogi, Sankranti, Kanuma, Uttarayan, and Magh Bihu in different states, hoping the occasion reinstates unity and prosperity across
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NITI Aayog has launched the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, assessing the export readiness across Indian States and Union Territories. The Index aims to support India's target of reaching USD 1 trillion in exports by 2030, focusing on the inclusiveness and resilience of subnational export ecosystems and identifying
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The Ministry of Rural Development has initiated a National Campaign on Entrepreneurship under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). This campaign aims to boost rural women entrepreneurship by training 50,000 community resource persons (CRPs) and providing enterprise development training to 50 lakh Self Help Group (SHG)