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Rs.137 Crore 15th Finance Commission Grants Boost Rural Governance
21 Feb

Rs.137 Crore 15th Finance Commission Grants Boost Rural Governance

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New Delhi [India], February 21: Money doesn’t fix governance by itself. But it sure helps when it reaches the right hands. On 20 February 2026, the Union Government released over ₹137 crore in Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV-FC) grants to strengthen Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Goa, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand These funds are primarily “Untied Grants” intended to support location-specific developmental needs at the grassroots level.  State-wise Allocation Details The funds were distributed to address specific rural infrastructure requirements:  Uttarakhand  (₹89.41 crore): For district, block, and gram panchayats. Meghalaya  (₹27.00 crore): Allocated to Autonomous District Councils. Goa  (₹14.58 crore): Covering recent and pending…
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Connectify Technologies Supports the Government of Karnataka in Powering the Statewide Socio-Educational Survey
20 Feb

Connectify Technologies Supports the Government of Karnataka in Powering the Statewide Socio-Educational Survey

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Bhuvan Koulagi, Chiragsovi, Abhay Desai – Connectify Technologies Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 20: The Government of Karnataka’s recent Statewide Socio-Educational Survey, conducted from September 22 to October 7, 2025, was supported by Connectify Technologies as its technology partner. The large-scale survey was designed to strengthen data-driven planning across social and educational sectors. Given its statewide scale, the initiative required strong digital infrastructure, real-time system monitoring, and seamless coordination across regions. As technology partners, Connectify Technologies worked closely with the Directorate of Electronic Delivery of Citizen Services (EDCS) to ensure system stability, smooth platform performance, and rapid resolution of technical issues…
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Governor Mangubhai Patel Flags Off Anemia Awareness Rath in Indore; Campaign to Reach 2 Million People in 12 Days
20 Feb

Governor Mangubhai Patel Flags Off Anemia Awareness Rath in Indore; Campaign to Reach 2 Million People in 12 Days

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Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], February 19: A 12-day Anemia Awareness Rath campaign was formally launched in Indore on Tuesday with the Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Mangubhai Patel, flagging off the awareness vehicle for its city-wide and rural outreach. The campaign aims to reach nearly 2 million people across Indore city and surrounding rural areas between February 17 and March 1. The initiative is being jointly organized by Sansad Seva Prakalp Indore, Ayush Medical Welfare Foundation, Seaht Evam Surat and Advanced Homeo Health Center & Homeopathic Medical Research Pvt Ltd Indore. The flag-off ceremony was held at the Khandwa Road campus of…
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IAMF Calls for Central Statutory Regulation for Yoga & Naturopathy (BNYS); Terms It Essential for Academic Justice and Public Health Clarity
19 Feb

IAMF Calls for Central Statutory Regulation for Yoga & Naturopathy (BNYS); Terms It Essential for Academic Justice and Public Health Clarity

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Dr. Aravind Lakshminarayanan, National President Indian AYUSH Medical Federation (IAMF) New Delhi [India], February 19: The Indian AYUSH Medical Federation (IAMF) has formally urged the Government of India to establish a Central statutory regulatory framework for Yoga & Naturopathy (BNYS), stating that the issue concerns academic justice, professional clarity, and public healthcare accountability. The representation was issued by Dr. Aravind Lakshminarayanan, National President of the Indian AYUSH Medical Federation, following growing concern among BNYS students and practitioners across multiple states regarding the absence of a dedicated national regulatory authority for the discipline. A Visible Regulatory Gap In 2020, India restructured AYUSH governance…
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Mohit Chauhan, Taapsee Pannu, and Anubhav Sinha Champion Jal Vaani Nationwide Campaign with National Water Mission, Urge Citizens to Save Water Daily
18 Feb

Mohit Chauhan, Taapsee Pannu, and Anubhav Sinha Champion Jal Vaani Nationwide Campaign with National Water Mission, Urge Citizens to Save Water Daily

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New Delhi [India], February 18: Water shortages, polluted rivers, and irregular supply have quietly become part of daily life for many Indians. To address this, Mirchi has launched Jal Vaani, a nationwide campaign in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Singer Mohit Chauhan, actor Taapsee Pannu, and filmmaker Anubhav Sinha are supporting the initiative to encourage people to take small steps to save water. Jal Vaani uses familiar voices and everyday situations to spark natural conversations about water. Rooted in the philosophy of Jal Sanchay, Jan Bhagidari, the campaign puts communities at the centre…
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Vast Selected by NASA for Sixth Private Astronaut Mission to International Space Station
17 Feb

Vast Selected by NASA for Sixth Private Astronaut Mission to International Space Station

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New Delhi [India], February 17: Vast, the company developing next-generation space stations, has signed an order with NASA for the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, targeted to launch no earlier than summer 2027 from Florida. It is Vast’s first private astronaut mission to the space station in partnership with NASA. “Vast is honored to have been selected by NASA for the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station,” said Max Haot, CEO of Vast. “Leveraging the remaining life of the International Space Station with science and research-led commercial crewed missions is a critical part of the transition to commercial space stations and fully unlocking the orbital economy.” The Vast private…
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Indias AI Impact Summit Signals A New Phase For AI Governance
16 Feb

Indias AI Impact Summit Signals A New Phase For AI Governance

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New Delhi [India], February 16: Indicatively, India has recently inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit, and it is already clear that this is not just another technology event. The scale is bigger, the message stronger, and the intent unmistakable. From global CEOs to heads of state, artificial intelligence is no longer a side conversation. India is treating it as a serious national and global priority. India AI Impact Summit Takes Centre Stage The India AI Impact Summit is a five-day international conference being held in New Delhi. It focuses on artificial intelligence, its future potential, and the risks that come…
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Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0: A Powerful ₹10,000 Cr Reset
14 Feb

Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0: A Powerful ₹10,000 Cr Reset

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New Delhi [India], February 14: Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 comes at a time when capital discipline has replaced capital excess. Valuations are sober. Due diligence is regaining prominence. Founders are being evaluated less on pitch decks and more on execution. Against this backdrop, the Union Cabinet’s decision to approve a Fund of Funds with a ₹10,000 crore corpus is not a vanity announcement. It is a stabiliser. This is not about sprinkling cash among startups. It is about strengthening the plumbing of the Indian venture capital system so that good companies do not perish during periods of market…
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China’s Zero-Tariff Gate to Africa: A Strategic Awakening Call for India
14 Feb

China’s Zero-Tariff Gate to Africa: A Strategic Awakening Call for India

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New Delhi [India], February 14: When China declared that it would eliminate tariffs on imports from the majority of Africa from May 1, 2026, the policy was couched in terms of being development-friendly. But when looked at in terms of strategic trade, it is a measured step that reconfigures supply chains, diplomatic correlations, and competitive constructs – particularly for India. The decision increases an earlier zero duty arrangement that applied strictly to 33 African Least Developed Countries (LDCs). Now, the policy includes all 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with Beijing. This is a critical distinction: the new list…
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Indian Achievers’ Forum, AIBCF & Achievers’ World Host National Conclave on Mission Viksit Bharat 2047
14 Feb

Indian Achievers’ Forum, AIBCF & Achievers’ World Host National Conclave on Mission Viksit Bharat 2047

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New Delhi, [India], February 14: The National Conference on “Mission Viksit Bharat @2047: Through Comprehensive Socio-Economic Development”, jointly hosted by the Indian Achievers’ Forum and All India Business & Community Foundation (AIBCF) in association with Achievers’ World, was successfully held on 11th February 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi. The summit brought together eminent policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders, CSR professionals, educationists, and sustainability advocates to deliberate on the role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), sustainability, and education in advancing India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat. The event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the inaugural lamp, followed by a warm welcome speech of…
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