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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has published a consultation paper on a regulatory framework for application-based linear television distribution services, including Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) services. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting tasked TRAI with developing these regulations to ensure parity, content accountability, and consumer protection. Stakeholders
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The Government e Marketplace (GeM) has reached a cumulative Gross Merchandise Value of ₹18.4 lakh crore, demonstrating its pivotal role as a digital public procurement platform. The platform has seen significant growth in the participation of Micro and Small Enterprises, women-led ventures, and startups, contributing to India's
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The National Statistics Office of India initiates the first Annual Survey of Incorporated Services Sector Enterprises (ASISSE) for the fiscal year 2024-25, targeting incorporated enterprises across India to develop a comprehensive database. The survey, employing the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) database, will cover over 121,000 enterprises and
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The sixth day of Sādhana Saptah 2026 will center around tangible outcomes, showcasing a series of expert-led webinars on topics such as universal health assurance, sustainable development through systems thinking, and data-driven social protection strategies, scheduled for 7 April 2026. Source: Original Link
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Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh laid foundation stones for new medical centres at Army Hospital (Research & Referral) and Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt. The initiative, part of the Army Medical Corps Raising Day celebrations, aims to enhance healthcare for military personnel with advanced facilities in ophthalmology, oncology, and joint replacement,
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A groundbreaking study conducted by the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences helps uncover India's agricultural history in the Central Ganga Plain by distinguishing between cultivated crop pollen and wild grass pollen using novel methods. Source: Original Link
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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has outlined guidelines for the upcoming 2026 General and Bye-elections across multiple states, requiring pre-certification of print advertisements by the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) to ensure fairness. The prerequisite applies one day prior and on the day of polling, encompassing states like
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Rajya Sabha Chairman, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, administered the oath today to 19 newly elected or re-elected members in the Rajya Sabha Chamber. The ceremony included members taking oaths in various languages including Marathi, Hindi, Tamil, English, Bengali, and Odia. Senior officials and ministers, including Shri Kiren Rijiju and Shri
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Under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, Navi Mumbai is pioneering a transformative initiative that converts post-consumer textile waste into economic and environmental opportunities. Integral to this effort is the city’s first Textile Recovery Facility (TRF), which employs circular economy practices such as decentralised collection, scientific sorting using the
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The Technology Development Board of India's Department of Science & Technology has partnered with Scharge Pvt. Ltd. and Albright Product Design Limited under the India-UK Collaborative R&D Programme to advance EV charging infrastructure. This project focuses on an innovative overhead cable management system to enhance efficiency
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The Union Budget 2026-27 proposes significant investment in India's fisheries sector with a ₹2,761.80 crore allocation. The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) and initiatives like the Fisheries Farmer Producer Organizations, Kisan Credit Card for Fisheries, and the National Fisheries Digital Platform emphasize modernization, infrastructure, and
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The Bharat Tribes Fest 2026, organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TRIFED, celebrated the culmination of tribal craftsmanship and entrepreneurship with a 19-day festival in New Delhi. The grand event provided a platform for over 300 tribal artisans, resulting in substantial sales and heightened visibility of tribal products.