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The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has launched its first-ever Ph.D. programme in Media and Communication Studies, marking a significant milestone in its 60-year history. Applications are open from 1st to 30th January 2026, with both full-time and part-time study options available. This initiative aims to enhance research
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has rescinded Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi due to improved air quality. The Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to 236, thanks to favorable meteorological conditions, particularly strong winds. Stage-III restrictions, which had been in place since December 13,
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In 2025, Delhi recorded its lowest average levels of particulate matter, PM10 and PM2.5, since 2018, excluding the atypical COVID-19 year. This improvement is attributed to initiatives by the Commission for Air Quality Management, introduced in 2021, which included various policy measures and field actions aimed at reducing air
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The Cabinet Secretariat held a media briefing highlighting the effectiveness of the PRAGATI mechanism, chaired by the Prime Minister, in addressing national project implementation issues. Using a structured escalation framework, PRAGATI enables efficient inter-ministerial coordination and resolution at various government levels, accelerating project execution and accountability. Source: Original Link
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Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal visited the Assam Book Fair, emphasizing the importance of reading for intellectual advancement and societal progress. Sonowal encouraged the younger generation to cultivate reading habits amidst changing digital consumption patterns and advocated for the modernization of libraries to make literature accessible. He purchased several Assamese books
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Union Health Minister JP Nadda held a high-level meeting with health officials from Rajasthan and Maharashtra to review healthcare delivery and fast-track national initiatives. Key focus areas included enhancing drug regulation, expanding affordable medicine access, integrating diagnostics, and advancing TB elimination efforts through district-level strategies and public-private partnerships. Source: Original
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In Chennai, Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan attended the third edition of the Ramnath Goenka Sahitya Samman, emphasizing literature's critical role in democracy by fostering fearless expression. Paying homage to Ram Nath Goenka's legacy of integrity in journalism and resistance during the Emergency, Radhakrishnan advocated
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the passing of Dr. Shyam Bihari Lal Ji, a dedicated MLA from Faridpur, Uttar Pradesh, describing him as a committed leader who made significant contributions to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Source: Original Link
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The Indian Government has introduced two major interventions as part of the Export Promotion Mission to fortify MSME exports. The initiatives, launched under the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN sub-scheme, include interest subvention and collateral guarantees for export credit. Aimed at reducing export costs and improving finance access for MSMEs, the interventions will
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a significant cultural event, the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics, on January 3rd, 2026, in New Delhi. The exposition, titled 'The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One,' aims to highlight the rich heritage of Buddhism
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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has approved 22 new proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), with a projected investment of INR 41,863 crore. This move is expected to generate 33,791 direct employment opportunities and boosts India's domestic electronics manufacturing capabilities. The proposals
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released findings from its Independent Drive Test assessing telecom network performance in Kolkata Telecom district and parts of North and South 24 Parganas. Conducted over five days in November 2025, the tests evaluated 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies on various parameters, showcasing