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Union Minister for Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, announced a record expansion in India’s tourism sector due to significant infrastructure development over the last 11 years. The expansion of the National Highway network by 60% and advancements in rail and waterways have drastically improved connectivity to tourist destinations. This
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The Indian government, recognizing the increased use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in film and media scriptwriting, acknowledges its role in generating dialogues, storylines, and screenplays. However, Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, stated in the Rajya Sabha that there is no proposal to regulate AI in
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At the IFAD–India Day event in Rome, the Government of India highlighted its achievements in rural development, women's empowerment, and climate-resilient agriculture, emphasizing its successful partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). India's leadership in scalable, community-led transformation was commended by IFAD President
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The Government of India, prioritizing child safety and security, has implemented various initiatives to ensure online safety amid rising digital engagement. Key measures include the enactment and enforcement of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
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Mission Poshan 2.0, implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, aims to combat malnutrition in India by transforming two lakh Anganwadi Centres into Saksham Anganwadis. These centers, located in government buildings, will be enhanced at a rate of 40,000 per year to provide improved nutrition and
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During the Confederation of Indian Industry Pharma & Life Sciences Summit in 2025, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science & Technology, emphasized the vital role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, citing its rapid impact on diagnostics and telemedicine. He highlighted the government's strategic collaborations with the private
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The Department of Science and Technology (DST) of India recently hosted over 40 foreign media journalists from Central Asia, Europe, and North America on a familiarization visit to India, organized by the Ministry of External Affairs. The purpose was to showcase India's progress and leadership in Science, Technology,
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Indian scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how vertical air movements over the Himalayas influence the Indian monsoon. Utilizing high-resolution, direct measurements from locally developed Stratosphere-Troposphere radar, researchers were able to map detailed vertical air motions over the Himalayas, a vital factor in monsoon forecasts. This discovery highlights
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India is rapidly transitioning from women's development to women-led development, adopting a comprehensive approach encompassing social, economic, and political empowerment of women. Key initiatives by the government include the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, enhancing political representation, implementing labor codes to ensure fair employment conditions, and launching schemes
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The Indian government has reinforced stringent regulations to shield children from age-inappropriate content on OTT platforms through the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. These regulations mandate online content publishers to classify content based on age and ensure compliance with other ethical digital practices outlined
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article celebrating eleven years of transformative change in India’s textile industry. The article, originally posted by Union Minister Giriraj Singh, emphasizes the sector's rapid growth, modernization, and increased inclusivity. Modi highlighted improvements in infrastructure, market expansion, skill enhancements, and women’s
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The Government of India, through its Ministry of Women and Child Development, has launched a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to prevent and manage stress among women across various sectors. By integrating mental-healthcare, tele-mental-health access, occupational health measures, and socio-economic empowerment initiatives, this strategy aims to address psychological trauma and chronic stress