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Launch of 8th Poshan Pakhwada 2026 Focuses on Child Brain Development

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08 Apr 2026

The Ministry of Women and Child Development will launch the 8th Poshan Pakhwada from April 9 to 23, 2026, with a focus on improving nutritional outcomes across India. The theme, 'Maximizing Brain Development in the First Six Years of Life', highlights the critical early years for brain development. The event will promote maternal and child nutrition, early stimulation for brain development, and reducing screen time for children.

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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana: 11 Years of Empowering Small Entrepreneurs

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana has significantly strengthened access to credit for small and micro entrepreneurs in India, celebrating over a decade of financial inclusion. Launched in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the scheme provides collateral-free loans up to ₹20 lakh for non-corporate and non-farm income-generating activities, primarily benefiting

Prime Minister Celebrates Success of Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana on 11th Anniversary

On April 8, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi commemorated the 11th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, emphasizing its significant impact on youth self-employment in India. The Prime Minister highlighted that the scheme's success reflects how proper opportunities can lead to self-reliance and national progress. Additionally,

NHRC Recognizes Human Rights Filmmakers with Awards

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) held an award ceremony to honor the winners of its 2025 human rights Short Film Competition, highlighting the role of cinema in raising awareness and promoting human rights. Source: Original Link

CCI Approves Restructuring of Lemon Tree Hotels Group

The Competition Commission of India has green-lit the acquisition of shares by Coastal Cedar Investments B.V. in Fleur Hotels Limited and an internal restructure of the Lemon Tree Hotels Limited group. This involves amalgamation and demerger of certain entities within the group, supported by investment from Warburg Pincus Group.

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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana: 11 Years of Empowering Small Entrepreneurs

Prime Minister Celebrates Success of Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana on 11th Anniversary

NHRC Recognizes Human Rights Filmmakers with Awards

CCI Approves Restructuring of Lemon Tree Hotels Group