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National Youth Festival 2026 Highlights Digital Education Initiatives

Official Press

12 Jan 2026

The National Youth Festival 2026, held from January 9th to 12th at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, emphasized transformative digital education initiatives aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. Key highlights included Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya's digital library, DIKSHA's immersive learning experiences, and the PM eVidya platform for equitable education access. Career readiness was promoted through the My Career Advisor app, while lifelong learning was encouraged via ULLAS. The volunteer-driven Vidyanjali platform underscored community participation in enhancing government school education.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Highlights India's Democratic Traditions at Commonwealth Conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared insights and highlights from his address at the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) held at Samvidhan Sadan in New Delhi. Modi emphasized India's democratic traditions and its proactive role in advocating for the Global South. Source: Original

Madhya Pradesh Hosts Successful AI Conference for Governance Transformation

The Madhya Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 successfully concluded, featuring AI-driven innovations in governance and public services. Spearheaded by IndiaAI Mission and the Government of Madhya Pradesh, the event saw significant partnerships and initiatives launched for AI education and innovative digital governance. Source: Original Link

NMCM Celebrates Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti

The National Cultural Mapping Mission (NMCM) of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts celebrated its Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti, highlighting India's vibrant cultural heritage and the importance of documenting it. Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi emphasized the significance of preserving villages for cultural awakening. The event featured

Ministry of Minority Affairs Extends Hajj 2026 Booking Deadline

The Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued an advisory for pilgrims booking through Haj Group Organisers (HGOs) and Private Tour Organisers (PTOs) for the Hajj 2026 pilgrimage, granting a final extension to complete necessary formalities by January 25, 2026. Source: Original Link

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Highlights India's Democratic Traditions at Commonwealth Conference

Madhya Pradesh Hosts Successful AI Conference for Governance Transformation

NMCM Celebrates Foundation Day on Makar Sankranti

Ministry of Minority Affairs Extends Hajj 2026 Booking Deadline