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Republic Day 2026: National School Band Competition Grand Finale Winners Announced

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24 Jan 2026

The Grand Finale of the National School Band Competition was held in New Delhi on January 24, 2026, as part of the 77th Republic Day Celebrations. The event saw participation from 80 school bands from across India, with winning teams receiving cash prizes, trophies, and certificates from Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth. Highlights included performances in categories such as Brass Band Boys, Brass Band Girls, Pipe Band Boys, and Pipe Band Girls, and the event marked National Girl Child Day. The competition, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Education, aims to foster leadership and patriotism among youth and is aligned with the National Education Policy 2020.

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Ministry of Jal Shakti Hosts Workshop to Enhance Flood Forecasting

The Ministry of Jal Shakti, through the Central Water Commission, organized a stakeholders' workshop on flood forecasting and flood management DPRs in New Delhi. The event aimed to improve impact-based forecasting, decision-support systems, and better appraisal of flood management projects. Representatives from 27 States/UTs and 15 central agencies

Tamil Nadu's Rail Budget Soars Amid Land Acquisition Challenges

The Ministry of Railways has dramatically increased Tamil Nadu's budget allocation to ₹7,611 crore by 2026–27, multiplying more than 8.5 times since 2014. Significant rail development is underway, including electrification and the operation of modern train services. However, major projects face delays due to pending

Union Minister Chirag Paswan Highlights Sustainability at PLASTINDIA 2026

Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, visited PLASTINDIA 2026 in New Delhi, releasing the Plastic Industry Status Report 2025 and awarding innovators under the Startup Search Initiative. He emphasized reducing wastage and using technology for sustainable development in alignment with the Viksit Bharat vision. The event showcased India&

India and Greece Strengthen Defence Ties with New Agreements

On February 9, 2026, in New Delhi, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and the Minister of National Defence of the Hellenic Republic, Mr. Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias, reinforced their strategic partnership by signing a Joint Declaration of Intent to enhance defence industrial collaboration. They also exchanged a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for

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Ministry of Jal Shakti Hosts Workshop to Enhance Flood Forecasting

Tamil Nadu's Rail Budget Soars Amid Land Acquisition Challenges

Union Minister Chirag Paswan Highlights Sustainability at PLASTINDIA 2026

India and Greece Strengthen Defence Ties with New Agreements