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The Arunachal Deputy Chief Minister highlighted the "VB-G RAM G Act" as a significant initiative for rural India. Envisioned under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, this Act legally assures 125 days of employme…
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The Islamic Republic of Iran witnessed one of its largest anti-government protests, initially sparked by a shopkeepers' strike, which escalated into widespread unrest. The state responded with a violent crackdown, repor…
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The United States is considering imposing broader tariffs on imported semiconductors and their derivative products, as indicated by a fact sheet. This strategic move aims to incentivize domestic manufacturing within the…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Malda, West Bengal. This new train service, operating on the Howrah–Guwahati route, is significant as it marks an upgrade in railway…
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U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled in 2024 that Google employed unlawful tactics to maintain its dominance in online search. Google is now appealing this decision and has requested a deferral of the order forcing it t…
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced plans to develop the Andaman & Nicobar Islands as a hub for India's Blue Economy. This initiative reflects Prime Minister Modi's vision for inclusive national development, extendi…
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A delegation from GIFT City is participating in the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. This engagement aims to foster international collaboration and attract capital flows, highlighting GIFT City's strategic role as I…
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Four militants were apprehended in Manipur for their involvement in extortion activities. Concurrently, nearly 65 acres of illicit poppy cultivation were destroyed in Kangpokpi and Churachandpur districts. This highligh…
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The Maharashtra Cabinet, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis, approved the revised cost and the State's share for the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP-2). This decision, coming after the Mahayuti's civic poll victory, aims…
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Pax Silica is a U.S.-led strategic initiative aimed at securing the entire global "silicon ecosystem." This encompasses everything from the mining of rare earth minerals to advanced semiconductor fabrication and critica…
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the upcoming 'Seeds Bill', aimed at curbing the sale of substandard seeds to protect farmers. This significant draft legislation, expected in the Budget Session, will intro…
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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized that democratic institutions must be transparent, responsive, and accountable to the people. He highlighted that both consensus and dissent are strengths of democracy, provided they…
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The Labour Ministry announced that 1.03 crore new workers registered for the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) scheme following recent reforms. These reforms provided a one-time opportunity for registration,…
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The government has launched a subsidy scheme under the KERA project, allocating ₹2,365 crore for the replanting of cardamom, rubber, and coffee. This initiative aims to bolster agricultural productivity and support farm…
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The Supreme Court stayed an FIR filed in West Bengal against Enforcement Directorate officials who raided the I-PAC office and its director's residence on January 8, 2026. This judicial intervention is significant as it…
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Top EU leaders are expected to visit India as Republic Day guests, with a significant EU-India trade deal likely to be signed. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal confirmed both sides are close to finalizing the deal, spe…
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The Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice of India, questioned the Election Commission of India on whether voters who have survived multiple electoral roll revisions can be presumed citizens. This query arose in the c…
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A Barabanki MP has brought to light significant discrepancies in Uttar Pradesh's voter lists, noting that the State-level electoral rolls (SIRs) for Panchayat elections show rural voters exceeding the total number of vo…
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The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on a plea seeking permission to withdraw life-sustaining treatment for an individual named Harish Rana. This case highlights critical legal and ethical considerations surroundi…
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The Supreme Court has stayed a Kolkata Police probe into Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers, terming it a "very serious matter" and expressing concern that "lawlessness" could spread to other states. This judicial in…
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Cryptocurrency exchanges in India are implementing enhanced customer verification methods to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. This initiative underscores the government's efforts to regulate the digital…
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In a significant development for internal security, 52 Maoists, collectively carrying a reward of ₹1.41 crore, surrendered in Sukma district. This event highlights the success of government rehabilitation efforts and po…
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Ongoing protests in Iran have drawn international attention, with the United States, led by President Donald Trump, calling on Tehran to treat protesters humanely amid reports of a rising death toll. In response, Iran's…
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On the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed the government's commitment to recognise Indian soldiers' contributions in Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka. This move acknowledges historical…
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