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The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has taken independent action regarding two missing children in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Union Minister Annapurna Devi met with the children's family and instructed state police to expedite their recovery. NCPCR issued a notice to the Director General of Police, Jharkhand,
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The Task Force on Unified Framework for Development of Coaching Ecosystem in India, under the guidance of Indian badminton national head coach Shri Pullela Gopichand, submitted its comprehensive report to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The report outlines strategies to enhance coach education and training, emphasizes on a
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National Security Adviser Shri Ajit Doval of India and Diplomatic Adviser Emmanuel Bonne of France chaired the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi. Both nations reinforced their strategic partnership, focusing on security, defense, and technology collaborations under the Make in India initiative. Insights were shared on the geopolitical climate
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The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced the NPS Vatsalya Scheme Guidelines 2025, aimed at enhancing long-term financial security for minors. The guidelines outline eligibility, contributions, withdrawal criteria, and transition provisions, allowing parents and guardians to build systematic savings for children. This move follows the scheme'
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of certain equity share capital in Nash Industries (I) Private Limited by ChrysCapital Fund X, Two Infinity Partners, and Blue wave Investments Limited. The acquirers, part of the ChrysCapital Group, are private equity investors who make diverse sector investments. Nash
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On January 13, 2026, the Vice President extended warm wishes to the nation on the occasion of multiple harvest festivals including Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri, and others. The Vice President emphasized the significance of these festivals in celebrating the change of seasons and the harvest cycle. He highlighted the enduring
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) dismantled a major narcotics syndicate across multiple states, seizing 270 kg of Mephedrone valued at Rs. 81 crore. The illicit drugs were concealed within a consignment of chicken feed. Six members of the syndicate were arrested as a result of the operation. Source: Original
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Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan of India will visit Tamil Nadu from January 14 to 15, 2026. He will celebrate Thai Pongal with local communities in Tiruppur, inaugurate new medical facilities at KMCH institutes in Coimbatore, and serve as Chief Guest at the Golden Jubilee of Sri Ramakrishna Hospital and
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The Responsible Nations Index (RNI), a pioneering global initiative to evaluate countries based on ethical governance and environmental and social responsibility, is set for launch in January 2026. The World Intellectual Foundation, in partnership with prominent Indian institutions, orchestrates this initiative. The Index will offer a value-based approach to assess
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Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, chaired the 3rd Meeting of the Standing Committee of Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) in New Delhi. The meeting focused on reviewing the academic and research outputs of all IISERs and their future plans. Key discussions included implementing a Flexible
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Lohri wishes to citizens, sharing greetings in both English and Punjabi on social media platform X. Source: Original Link
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Scientists at Agharkar Research Institute in Pune have uncovered crucial insights into healthy ageing, highlighting the vulnerability of support cells surrounding stem cells as a key factor. These support cells, particularly cap cells, are more prone to ageing-related damage, impacting the tissue's regenerative capacity. This revelation suggests that