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The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, addressed a gathering in Malda, West Bengal, to announce the launch of new rail services including the country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, enhancing connectivity and travel comfort for the citizens. The inauguration, which also included multiple Amrit Bharat Express trains,
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Ponduru Khadi, a traditional fabric from Andhra Pradesh, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, enhancing its global recognition and market access. The Khadi and Village Industries Commission, under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, announced this achievement. This recognition ensures authenticity and protection for the artisans'
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Indian Navy's First Training Squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, has reached Changi Naval Base in Singapore as part of a training deployment celebrating ASEAN-India maritime cooperation. The visit emphasizes deepening maritime security collaboration and supporting India's Act
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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, honored the memory of Bharat Ratna Dr. M.G. Ramachandran, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on his birth anniversary. Amit Shah highlighted MGR's impactful roles in film and politics, his contributions to the development and welfare
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated several rail and road infrastructure projects in Malda, West Bengal, marking a significant step in the state's development. Highlighting the launch, Modi announced the initiation of the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, which are expected to enhance travel comfort and convenience across the nation.
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The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has commenced a comprehensive survey for estimating riverine and estuarine dolphin populations in India. This initiative, under Project Dolphin, follows a protocol set during a wildlife week in Dehradun and covers major water systems such as the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Sundarbans,
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article applauding Assam's advancements in peace, culture, and infrastructure over the past 11 years. Responding to Union Minister Pabitra Margherita's post, Modi emphasized Assam’s developmental model which harmonizes economic growth with ecological balance, aligning with the vision of Viksit
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On National Startup Day 2026, the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), through its startup centre AIIA–iCAINE, organized an awareness programme on MSME opportunities for Ayurveda startups at its New Delhi campus. Collaborating with the MSME–Development & Facilitation Office, the event focused on government schemes, innovation mechanisms, and
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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, is organizing a significant industry consultation in Pune on 19th January 2026. This initiative aims to advance the PM-SETU scheme, fostering a skill-oriented, competitive workforce through upgraded Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). Over 50 companies from various
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The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is organizing the PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 at Dilli Haat, New Delhi, from January 18th to 31st, 2026. This event serves as a platform for more than 117 artisans from across India to showcase and sell traditional crafts. It aims to
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The President's Secretariat has announced that Rashtrapati Bhavan, Circuit-1, will be closed to the general public from January 21 to January 29, 2026. This closure is due to the Republic Day Parade and Beating Retreat Ceremony preparations and celebrations. Source: Original Link
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On January 15, 2026, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, alongside the Maharashtra government, is set to commence a significant industry consultation in Pune. This workshop is a key part of the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) initiative. The event, hosted at the Yashwantrao