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Footwear Design and Development Institute Celebrates 5th Convocation in Hyderabad

Official Press

23 Feb 2026

The Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) held its 5th Convocation Ceremony in Hyderabad, with Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy attending as the Chief Guest. The event celebrated the achievements of 72 graduates from various design and management programs, emphasizing India's advancements in manufacturing, skill development, and sustainability in the footwear and leather sectors.

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Launch of National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 by NITI Aayog

Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0), developed by NITI Aayog, targeting an asset monetisation potential of ₹16.72 lakh crore for the five-year period from FY 2026 to FY 2030. This initiative aligns with the 'Viksit Bharat' mission,

MSME Ministry Hosts Mega Awareness Programme in Itanagar

The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, organized a National SC-ST Hub-Mega Awareness Programme in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting various government schemes supporting MSMEs. The event, attended by key dignitaries including Chief Minister Pema Khandu, emphasized the role of MSMEs as a major economic driver

Ministry Reports on Summer Crops Area Coverage for 2026

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the progress of area coverage for various summer crops as of February 2026. The report shows hectares sown in rice, pulses, Shree Annacum Coarse Cereals, and oilseeds with comparisons to the previous year. The total area sown in 2026 is higher

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Unveils ₹1,500 Crore Initiatives at VOC Port

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched projects exceeding ₹1,500 crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Tuticorin, focusing on infrastructure expansion, green energy, and digital technology. Highlights include the VOC Maritime Heritage Museum and India's first Digital Twin deployment at the port. Source: Original Link

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Launch of National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 by NITI Aayog

MSME Ministry Hosts Mega Awareness Programme in Itanagar

Ministry Reports on Summer Crops Area Coverage for 2026

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Unveils ₹1,500 Crore Initiatives at VOC Port