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India's Senior Population Set to Nearly Double by 2036

Official Press

24 Mar 2026

A government report projects that India's elderly population will rise significantly from 10 crores in 2011 to 23 crores in 2036, increasing their share of the total population from 8.4 to 14.9 percent. This demographic shift is prompting the Indian government to implement various welfare schemes for older citizens, such as the AtalVayoAbhyudayYojana for senior citizen welfare, and expansion of Ayushman Bharat for healthcare, targeting the challenges of an ageing population.

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Historic Buddha Relics Display in Ladakh for Buddha Purnima

The sacred relics of Lord Buddha will be displayed in Ladakh, marking a historic moment for the region. The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, has taken initiatives to ensure accessibility for the local people to view these relics during Buddha Purnima. Source: Original Link

Government Revises Export Duty Rates for Diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel

The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification revising the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) and Road and Infrastructure Cess (RIC) rates applicable on diesel and aviation turbine fuel exports, effective from May 1, 2026. The duty on diesel exports is set at Rs. 23 per litre exclusively under SAED,

Prime Minister Modi Attends Heads of Missions Conference in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Heads of Missions Conference held in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening India's international relations through trade, technology, and strategic partnerships, while fostering ties with the Indian diaspora. Source: Original Link

120th Issue of Sarvekshana Journal Released

The National Statistical Systems Training Academy, part of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, has published the 120th issue of its Sarvekshana journal. This bi-annual publication, respected for its academic rigor, features four technical papers on topics such as changes in inpatient care access in India and neural network

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Historic Buddha Relics Display in Ladakh for Buddha Purnima

Government Revises Export Duty Rates for Diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel

Prime Minister Modi Attends Heads of Missions Conference in New Delhi

120th Issue of Sarvekshana Journal Released