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10 Jan

India Hosts International Hindi Conference; Digital Archives of Literature Launched

Mohini BarmanNational

Today, January 10, marks World Hindi Day (Vishwa Hindi Diwas), celebrated globally to promote the language on the international stage. The Ministry of External Affairs organized a flagship event in New Delhi where it unveiled a new "Global Hindi Digital Archive," aimed at preserving and providing access to classical and contemporary Hindi literature for non-resident Indians and foreign students. Missions across the globe, from Fiji to Mauritius, also hosted cultural symposiums focusing on the growing influence of Hindi in the global digital economy.

09 Jan

PM Modi Invites Global Diaspora to Become Brand Ambassadors; New NRI Investment Window Opened

Mohini BarmanNational

On the occasion of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (NRI Day), the Ministry of External Affairs today launched the "Chalo India" global digital portal. The initiative encourages members of the Indian diaspora to nominate and sponsor at least one non-Indian friend or colleague to visit India in 2026. Additionally, the Finance Ministry announced a new "Fast-Track Investment Window" for NRIs looking to invest in India's emerging green-tech sectors, aiming to leverage the intellectual and financial capital of the 32-million-strong global community.

08 Jan

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches “Youth Dialogue” Initiative

Mohini BarmanNational

In a major outreach program, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta today hosted the first session of the "Youth Dialogue" at the Tyagaraj Stadium. The CM interacted with over 5,000 university students, outlining a new policy that creates a direct pipeline for graduates into urban planning and municipal management internships. Gupta announced that the city would fund 1,00,000 paid internships by December 2026, aimed at utilizing fresh talent to modernize the capital’s civic services and waste management infrastructure.

07 Jan

Cabinet Approves ₹45,000 Crore for Urban Digital Infrastructure and High-Speed Connectivity

Mohini BarmanNational

In a high-level meeting today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a session on expanding the "Viksit Bharat" mission specifically toward Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The Prime Minister emphasized that the next phase of India's growth will be driven by these "emerging metros." Following the meeting, the Cabinet approved a massive funding package aimed at upgrading digital infrastructure, integrated waste management systems, and high-speed transit corridors for 50 selected cities across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh.

06 Jan

PM Modi Transfers ₹24,000 Crore Directly to Bank Accounts; SBI Simplifies KCC Loans

Mohini BarmanNational

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today officially released the 21st installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme via a digital event. A total of ₹24,000 crore was transferred to the bank accounts of approximately 12 crore eligible farmers across India. Accompanying this, the State Bank of India (SBI) announced a new streamlined process for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) renewals, allowing farmers to apply for credit limit increases through a simple SMS or a visit to the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

05 Jan

Special Court Sentences Key Conspirators; Arnab Goswami Decodes Landmark Judgment

Mohini BarmanNational

A Special Court in Delhi has finally delivered its verdict on the long-standing conspiracy cases related to the 2020 Delhi Riots. The judgment, delivered this morning, has led to the sentencing of several key individuals accused of orchestrating the violence. Legal experts are calling this a defining moment for the Indian judicial system's handling of complex communal violence cases. Security has been tightened in sensitive areas of the national capital following the announcement to prevent any retaliatory unrest.

31 Dec

GST Registration Simplified: Eligibility, GSTIN, and Legal Requirements

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Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration is essential for businesses operating under India’s unified indirect tax system, as it provides a legal tax identity, enables compliance, and allows access to input tax credit. GST replaces multiple state and central taxes, simplifying taxation and improving transparency. Businesses must register for GST if their annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh for goods suppliers or ₹20 lakh for service providers, except in special category states where lower thresholds apply. Certain entities must register regardless of turnover, including inter-state traders, e-commerce sellers and operators, casual taxable persons, non-resident taxpayers, and those liable under the Reverse…

23 Dec

President Murmu Grants Assent to SHANTI Bill

Mohini BarmanNational

President Droupadi Murmu has officially signed the SHANTI (Sovereign Healthcare and National Technology Initiative) Bill into law, marking a transformative shift in India’s energy policy. The legislation provides the legal framework to de-monopolize nuclear power generation, allowing private sector players to build and operate small modular reactors (SMRs) alongside state agencies. This move is expected to attract billions in domestic and foreign capital, accelerating India's transition to a net-zero baseload power grid by 2040.

19 Dec

Order of Oman Awarded to Indian Prime Minister During Historic State Visit

Mohini BarmanNational

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Order of Oman, the Sultanate's highest civilian honour, during his official visit to Muscat. The award, presented by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, recognizes the Prime Minister’s efforts in transforming India–Oman relations into a comprehensive strategic partnership. Key discussions during the visit focused on securing energy corridors, maritime security in the Indian Ocean, and expanding bilateral trade beyond the current $12 billion mark.

18 Dec

Government Secures Voice Vote for New Rural Employment Mission Amid Opposition Protest

Mohini BarmanNational

The Lok Sabha has passed the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, marking the formal end of the MGNREGA era. The new bill was passed amid a fierce uproar, with opposition members tearing copies of the legislation in protest. The bill provides a statutory guarantee of 125 days of wage employment per year and integrates skill development into rural labor. While the government hails it as a modernization of rural support, critics argue it dilutes the existing legal "right to work."