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India Hosts Global Buddhist Summit: A Commitment to Peace and Harmony

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24 Jan 2026

India solidified its role as a leading promoter of Buddhist dialogue under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership at the Second Global Buddhist Summit held in New Delhi. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, highlighted India's commitment to preserving Buddhist heritage and promoting peace. The event, organized by the International Buddhist Confederation in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, brought together nearly 200 international delegates to discuss global challenges from a Buddhist perspective.

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National Voters' Day 2026: Strengthening Democratic Participation in India

National Voters' Day is celebrated in India annually on January 25th to honor voters and bolster democratic values. For 2026, the theme is "My India, My Vote", emphasizing citizen-centric electoral processes. The Election Commission of India, marking its foundation on January 25, 1950, has introduced various reforms

Celebrating National Girl Child Day: Minister Annapurna Devi Extends Wishes for Daughters' Bright Future

On National Girl Child Day, India's Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi, emphasized the importance of education, safety, and equal rights for girls, underlining the government's commitment to their empowerment and development. Source: Original Link

Vizhinjam International Seaport Expansion Inaugurated by Sarbananda Sonowal

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the capacity augmentation works for the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. The expansion includes Phases II, III, and IV of construction, designed to significantly boost India's container transshipment capacity and efficiency. The project aims to enable the port

Shripad Yesso Naik Highlights Progress of Clean Energy Schemes

Hon’ble Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik, interacted with beneficiaries of India's clean energy initiatives on the eve of the 77th Republic Day. The interaction underscored the government’s focus on inclusive development and transformative impacts of access to electricity

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National Voters' Day 2026: Strengthening Democratic Participation in India

Celebrating National Girl Child Day: Minister Annapurna Devi Extends Wishes for Daughters' Bright Future

Vizhinjam International Seaport Expansion Inaugurated by Sarbananda Sonowal

Shripad Yesso Naik Highlights Progress of Clean Energy Schemes