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The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Ms. Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon and Mr. Ranjan Tandon for the creation of the Krishnamurthy Tandon School of Artificial Intelligence at the institute. The school, supported by a ₹100 crore endowment, aims to advance AI research and application,
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The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), established under the Legal Services Authorities (LSA) Act of 1987, aims to ensure legal aid for economically disadvantaged citizens and enhance access to justice across India. Through its multifaceted network, including the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee and various state, district, and taluk-level authorities,
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The Ministry of Law and Justice has outlined the contributions of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms like the Pre-Institution Mediation and Settlement and Lok Adalats in resolving commercial disputes. Since the 2018 amendment, thousands of commercial cases have been settled through mediation under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015. Lok Adalats,
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The Ministry of Law and Justice has launched the Notary Portal to digitize legal services related to the Notaries Act, 1952 and the Notaries Rules, 1956. This new online platform streamlines the process for appointments, issuance, and maintenance of Notary Certificates of Practice, increasing transparency and efficiency. Since its inception,
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The Fast Track Courts, designed to expedite justice for certain cases, have seen a decline in conviction rates, as acknowledged by the Ministry of Law and Justice. Various systemic factors contribute to this trend, including the quality of investigations and evidence. The recruitment and appointment of judicial officials remain a
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The Indian government, through the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), has established 132 Village Legal Care & Support Centres in Odisha to aid marginalized communities including Scheduled Tribes. These centers, developed under the guidelines of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, aim to provide free legal aid and ensure justice
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The Commercial Courts Act, 2015, amended in 2018, mandates Pre-Institution Mediation and Settlement (PIMS) for commercial disputes of specified value without urgent relief. This provision aims to mediate disputes before court proceedings. Since 2018, PIMS has seen thousands of mediations yearly with varying success rates in settlement. Recent years show
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The recently released Economic Survey shows significant growth in India's agriculture sector and rural development under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's leadership. The agriculture sector has grown at an average annual rate of 4.4% over the past five years, surpassing global averages. The horticulture sector
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Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Deendayal Port Authority to establish a 150 Tonnes Per Day e-Methanol production facility at Kandla Port in Gujarat, with a capital investment over ₹1,200 crores. This initiative aligns with India's long-term vision for clean energy and maritime
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the Economic Survey as a comprehensive representation of India’s ongoing reform progress amidst a challenging global environment. The survey underscores strong macroeconomic fundamentals and growth driven by innovation, entrepreneurship, and infrastructure development. Additionally, it emphasizes inclusive development focusing on farmers, MSMEs, youth employment, and
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Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Shri Conrad Sangma, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on January 29, 2026. The meeting was announced via social media posts by the Prime Minister's Office. Source: Original Link
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India's bioenergy sector could grow significantly faster than overall energy demand, driven by policy-driven initiatives like ethanol blending. IEA and PPAC reports underline the importance of state energy policies in supporting bioenergy expansion and reducing emissions, positioning India as a leader in sustainable energy solutions. Source: Original Link