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The Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes strengthening the textile sector through several initiatives aimed at increasing employment, exports, and sustainable manufacturing. Key measures include infrastructure development with Mega Textile Parks, support for MSMEs through liquidity flows, and skills enhancement initiatives like Samarth 2.0. Export growth and improved market conditions are
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of laughter as a remedy for health and happiness, sharing an ancient Sanskrit proverb which highlights laughter as an accessible and powerful medicine for enhancing well-being and joy. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development of India emphasized its rights-based, inclusive, and people-centric development approach during the 64th session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development in New York. Minister of State, Smt. Savitri Thakur, highlighted India’s commitment to social justice and widespread social protection measures,
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India and Estonia participated in their 13th Foreign Office Consultations in Tallinn, emphasizing their strong bilateral relations. The meeting, led by Shri Sibi George from India and Mr. Martin Roger from Estonia, focused on reviewing existing engagements, enhancing cooperation in various domains including trade and digital collaboration, and discussing global
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In a series of diplomatic activities, India has actively engaged with multiple countries through official visits and consultations. Highlights include the 13th India-Estonia Foreign Office Consultations set for February 2026, and high-profile visits by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to the United States and the President of Seychelles to
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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a leading Maharatna CPSE, achieved notable sales growth during the April-January FY 2025-26 period, setting a record with 16.6 million tonnes sold, marking a 16% increase from the prior year. Significant improvements were also seen in logistics and market penetration, handling by the
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The Indian government, through the Ministry of Mines, has implemented several initiatives to bolster the exploration, mining, and processing of rare-earth minerals. The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research has identified substantial rare earth mineral resources along India's coastal regions and inland hard rock terrains. Despite having
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On 3rd February 2026, the Technology Advisory Group, under the Empowered Technology Group led by Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, convened to discuss the strategic roadmap for Robotics in India. This meeting, part of the office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, explored the future of robotics in India, emphasizing self-reliance and
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Paradip Port Authority has been honored with the First Prize at the Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025, recognizing its initiatives in cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation. Key efforts include public engagement in cleanliness drives, extensive plantation activities, and support for sanitation workers. This award, presented by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping
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On February 3, 2026, a video conference chaired by Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil and Gujarat's Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel assessed district-level progress on Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari in Gujarat with district collectors participating. Initiated on September 6, 2024, this initiative aims to make water conservation
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The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has initiated the National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM) to digitize livestock and related services across India. The mission aims to improve livestock productivity, disease control, and provide real-time information to livestock owners. Two mobile applications, "Bharat Livestock" and "1962,
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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda has launched India’s inaugural evidence-based guidelines for lung cancer treatment and palliative care. Unveiled before World Cancer Day, these guidelines aim to establish a standardized framework for clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes across India. They reflect India's commitment to