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The Competition Commission of India has given its approval for the Fidelity Funds to acquire a 6.63% minority stake in Valuedrive Technologies Private Limited. This acquisition involves both primary and secondary subscriptions of compulsory convertible preference shares. Fidelity Funds is a part of the Fidelity Group, known for its
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The Competition Commission of India has approved the proposed combination between Amundi Asset Management S.A.S. and ICG Plc. This involves Amundi acquiring a 4.64% stake in ICG's voting share capital, with rights to appoint a board director and subscribe to non-voting instruments up to 5.
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The Vidyanjali programme, launched in September 2021 under the National Education Policy 2020, has achieved significant expansion by enrolling over 8.5 lakh schools and coordinating with 5 lakh volunteers across India as of February 2026. This initiative, aimed at strengthening government and government-aided schools, leverages community and private sector
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The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has officially stated that the investigation concerning the Air India Flight AI-171 accident is still ongoing, and any reports suggesting otherwise are speculative. Emphasizing the importance of accuracy and procedural adherence, the AAIB urges media to refrain from unverified reporting. Final conclusions will be
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South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, showcased its digital transformation project, DigiCOAL, at a national workshop organized by the Central Vigilance Commission. DigiCOAL, a comprehensive digital ecosystem, aims to enhance transparency and operational efficiency in India's coal mining sector through advanced technologies like
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The NALSA SAMVAD Scheme, initiated by the National Legal Services Authority, aims to improve legal awareness and services for vulnerable tribal groups via community-based outreach. With 690 SAMVAD Units established nationwide, the Scheme focuses on legal aid related to land rights, welfare schemes, and social security for Scheduled Tribes, Particularly
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The e-Courts Mission Mode Project, currently in its third phase (2023-2027) with a budget of Rs. 7,210 crore, is transforming India's judicial system. This initiative focuses on strengthening Information and Communication Technology (ICT) across the nation's courts. Notable achievements include digitization of 637.85 crore
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The e-Courts Mission Mode Project is revolutionizing the Indian judicial system by implementing Information and Communication Technology at various levels. The project, currently in Phase III, encompasses digital and paperless initiatives, including the digitization of court records, virtual courts, and enhanced online services, thereby improving accessibility and efficiency in legal
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The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti has conducted a national-level training for master trainers aimed at enhancing digital water governance in rural areas through the Sujalam Bharat Database and Mobile Application. The initiative focuses on the Sujal Gaon ID, which acts as a
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The Indian Government, through the Ministry of Law and Justice, has introduced various measures to ensure accessible, quality, and expedited legal services for all, including persons with disabilities. This includes implementing the Legal Services Authorities Act, providing free legal aid, and deploying a specialized scheme through the National Legal Services
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The Union Government of India has announced the release of the second installment of Fifteenth Finance Commission Untied Grants for the fiscal year 2025–26, aimed at empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions in managing rural development needs. The funds, totaling over ₹3,324 crores, have been allocated to five states: Bihar,
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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) organized a post-budget interactive session in Mumbai to elaborate on new reforms announced in the Union Budget 2026-27. The session was aimed at engaging with stakeholders, including trade associations and customs brokers, to clarify budgetary policy changes and discuss the simplification