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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."

01 Dec

Prior to the winter session, 50 leaders from 36 political parties attend an all-party gathering

Banasree SarkarNational

A high-level all-party gathering of 50 leaders from 36 political parties, including numerous Union Ministers, was held at the Parliament House Complex on the eve of the Winter Session of Parliament. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh presided over the meeting, welcoming everyone and stressing the value of a positive and fruitful discussion. The conference was called by Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju. Jagat Prakash Nadda, the Rajya Sabha's Leader of the House and Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemical & Fertilizers, was present. Dr. L. Murugan and State Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal were…

21 Nov

Union Minister JP Nadda emphasizes India’s leadership in the world of medicine

Banasree SarkarNational

The Organization of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) held its 60th Annual Summit in New Delhi with the theme "Power of Partnerships." The summit celebrated the strength of cooperation between industry and government, science and technology, and policy and practice in fostering innovation, increasing access, and bolstering high-quality healthcare. Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers JP Nadda praised OPPI for 60 years of service to India's pharmaceutical industry in a special video message. He pointed out that the national government ideal of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas is reflected in this…

18 Sep

Modi Replies to Gates’ Birthday Note, Emphasizes India’s Role in Global Progress

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Thank you for your kind greetings, Bill Gates. "India looks forward to collaborating to create a sustainable and promising future for future generations," Prime Minister Modi said. As Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates wished PM Modi a happy 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted on Thursday with thanks, emphasizing the necessity of working together to create a sustainable future for future generations. "Thank you for your nice greeting, @BillGates. India looks forward to collaborating to create a sustainable and prosperous future for future generations," PM Modi wrote in a post on X. In his greeting on Wednesday, Gates…

09 Aug

Government sets a price cap on four emergency use medications

Banasree SarkarNational

The Union government has set a price cap for 37 different prescription formulations, including antibiotics and painkillers, as well as four emergency-use medications. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) set the pricing, and the medications cover everything from diabetes and vitamin deficiencies to infections, heart conditions, and inflammation. The NPPA stated that manufacturers who offer branded, generic, or both types of medications at a price higher than the ceiling price (plus GST) must lower their pricing without going above the ceiling price. The NPPA further stated that manufacturers with an MRP below the ceiling price must keep their current MRP.…