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The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced new policy reforms to boost the sustainable growth of the National Pension System (NPS). Key changes include allowing Scheduled Commercial Banks to sponsor pension funds, appointing new trustees to the NPS Board, and revising the Investment Management Fee structure for
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) services nationwide, offering high-quality voice calling over Wi-Fi networks to all its customers. This service, also known as Wi-Fi Calling, ensures strong connectivity even in areas with weak mobile signals. It is particularly beneficial in rural and remote locations
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The Ministry of Finance has issued new notifications detailing the rules and duty rates for chewing tobacco, jarda scented tobacco, and gutkha, effective from February 1, 2026. These include the Chewing Tobacco, Jarda Scented Tobacco and Gutkha Packing Machines (Capacity Determination and Collection of Duty) Rules 2025, outlining capacity determination
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In 2025, India's Ministry of Rural Development executed several initiatives under various schemes aimed at improving rural infrastructure, livelihoods, and social security. The Pradhan Mantri Gramin Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) completed 16,000 km of roads and over 900 bridges, enhancing rural connectivity. The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National
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The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has launched a new logo and mascot as part of its efforts to modernize and enhance public engagement. The new logo symbolizes India's heritage and commitment to data-driven governance through its elements such as the Ashoka Chakra and Rupee symbol.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended New Year greetings to the nation, sharing a Subhashitam that emphasizes acquiring virtues such as knowledge and bravery as life's goal. Through this ancient wisdom, he encouraged everyone in India to embrace new hopes and resolutions in 2026. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended New Year greetings from the Prime Minister's Office, wishing everyone a prosperous and successful 2026. In a post on social media platform X, he expressed hopes for collective peace and happiness in society. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed New Year wishes to the crew of INSV Kaundinya, encouraging their journey on the seas and sharing their enthusiasm as 2026 approaches. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Home Affairs of India, led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, made significant strides in 2025 towards achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a safe, secure, and progressive nation. Their accomplishments include substantial progress in combating left-wing extremism and terrorism, implementing new criminal laws,
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The Department of Financial Services successfully wrapped up its 'Your Money, Your Right' campaign, aimed at returning unclaimed assets. Launched in Gandhinagar, this initiative covered 748 districts, effectively coordinating with financial regulators to redistribute approximately ₹4,200 crore to rightful owners. Under the government-backed 3A Framework, the project
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The Indian government has initiated the phased commencement of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, which aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and governance in sports administration. Key provisions of the Act, effective from January 1, 2026, establish governance frameworks for national and regional sports bodies and provide mechanisms for dispute
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Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL) has begun its operations as India's pioneering maritime-focused Non-Banking Financial Company. It aims to rejuvenate the country's maritime finance ecosystem by targeting a loan book of ₹8,000 crore by FY 2026 and has sanctioned loans amounting to ₹4,300 crore