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The Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during the 9th Apex-Level Meeting of the Narco-Coordination Centre in New Delhi, outlined a comprehensive strategy aiming for a drug-free India by 2029. This includes a nationwide campaign set to start on March 31, 2026, focusing on reducing drug demand and supply while emphasizing
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The Third International Bharatiya Languages Conference – 2026 was inaugurated in New Delhi, emphasizing the unity and collaborative nature of Indian languages. Hosted by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts and various cultural bodies, the event featured insights from dignitaries like Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan and Union
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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India's Winter Internship Programme ended with 80 students completing the course in New Delhi. The programme, aimed at cultivating human rights understanding and advocacy, featured sessions by notable speakers and visits to key human rights sites. Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian urged
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The Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw awarded the prestigious 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar to 100 railway officials and recognized 26 best-performing zones at a ceremony in New Delhi. He emphasized Indian Railways' pivotal role in realizing a vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. The minister outlined a comprehensive
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The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 commenced in New Delhi, drawing 3,000 young leaders from across India. The event featured discussions on empowering youth in nation-building, women-led development, sustainable agriculture, and entrepreneurial growth. Union Minister of State Raksha Nikhil Khadse emphasized the active role of youth in achieving
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At the 8th meeting of the National Traders’ Welfare Board in New Delhi, chaired by Shri Sunil J. Singhi, several initiatives were reviewed to bolster the retail trade sector in India. Discussions included the impact of Goods and Services Tax reforms and the 'Vocal for Local' campaign to
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Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, addressed the Lovely Professional University Convocation, urging youth to combine professional excellence with ethical responsibility as India strives for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Emphasizing adaptability, integrity, and gratitude, he called for a significant commitment to progressive values and educational initiatives like
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) directed the closure of 16 industrial units in the National Capital Region (NCR) due to significant environmental breaches, including operating without mandatory permissions, ineffective air pollution control, and use of unapproved fuels. These actions are part of an ongoing effort to enforce air
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Researchers from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology in Mohali have discovered a new semiconductor property in self-assembling bacterial shell proteins. These proteins, when exposed to UV light, generate electrical currents without external power sources. This discovery could revolutionize electronic materials, paving the way for environmentally friendly, biocompatible devices
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Researchers at Gauhati University have developed a flexible, low-cost sensor using pencil-drawn electrodes and graphene oxide on paper. The sensor can be used for soil moisture measurement, breathing monitoring, and more, addressing the need for affordable and sustainable sensor solutions in healthcare and agriculture. The study highlights significant advancements in
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the families affected by a tragic bus accident in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. He announced financial aid from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund, providing Rs. 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured.
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The Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), a part of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has achieved a significant milestone in the development of Hypersonic Missiles. On January 9, 2026, DRDL conducted a successful long-duration ground test of its Actively Cooled Scramjet Full Scale Combustor, demonstrating extended runtime