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Shri M. Nagaraju, Secretary of the Department of Financial Services in the Ministry of Finance, led a pivotal meeting in New Delhi focusing on a strategic plan for Financial Inclusion 2.0. The event brought together senior officials from various government and financial institutions to discuss key objectives including universal
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During the 24th edition of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation's Reimagining Governance: Discourse for Excellence (RGDE), Dr. Shashi Tharoor emphasized governance as a moral responsibility. He called for a governance model grounded in dignity, transparency, and empathy, urging reforms that integrate technology effectively without compromising on human ethics.
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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project is a pivotal development for India's high-speed rail future, utilizing Japanese assistance and domestic innovation. With emphasis on indigenization and training, the project enhances India's engineering and manufacturing prowess, consistent progress in construction, and strategic planning ensures competitive operations. Source:
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Indian Railways supports the travel needs of 720 crore passengers annually with 57,200 non-AC coaches and 54 lakh non-AC seats, making rail travel highly accessible across India. New trains and services like the Vande Bharat trains further enhance travel experiences. Indian Railways offer some of the lowest fares globally,
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has issued technical and operational norms for Mechanized Road Sweeping Machines (MRSMs) to help mitigate road dust emissions in the National Capital Region. This initiative targets the reduction of PM10 and PM2.5 levels through structured deployment and standardized MRSM usage. Source: Original
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The Department of Posts has digitally transformed its savings schemes, making them accessible online through internet and mobile banking. This initiative comprises various digital services and improved customer facilities offered by India Post Payments Bank, aiming to enhance transparency and financial inclusivity. Source: Original Link
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The India AI Impact Summit, scheduled for February 16-20, 2026 in New Delhi, aims to bring together global stakeholders to discuss and deliver actionable AI solutions. The event will focus on AI's role in economic growth and sustainable development, with over 700 sessions and an AI Impact Expo
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The National Productivity Council will celebrate its 68th Foundation Day on February 12, 2026, and observe National Productivity Week from February 12 to 18, focusing on cluster-based growth as a means to enhance the productivity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This theme aligns with strategic goals set by
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The Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and the National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) have formed a strategic partnership to enhance science communication and policy research in India. Through a Memorandum of Understanding signed on 10 February 2026, both institutions aim to foster collaborative research and strengthen
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The Indian government is committed to achieving universal 4G coverage across all villages, with rapid 5G infrastructure expansion. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasizes this goal as part of the "Vibrant Village Programme," aiming to empower remote areas, particularly in the Ashtalakshmi states, including the Northeast regions. Currently, 6.
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The National Biodiversity Authority, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has distributed Rs 6.09 crore to State Biodiversity Boards and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils for the fiscal year 2025-26. This funding aims to enhance decentralized biodiversity governance by improving the functionality of Biodiversity Management Committees, the
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The Ministry of Communications, led by Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia, announces substantial progress towards achieving 100% 4G saturation in India. This initiative aims to enhance digital connectivity and drive inclusive development, aligning with the government's vision of digital inclusion and self-reliance. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has