National Biodiversity Authority supports 24 districts spanning 9 States and 1 UT, not one of Jharkhand

National Biodiversity Authority supports 24 districts spanning 9 States and 1 UT, not one of Jharkhand

16-02-2026 

In a significant step towards strengthening biodiversity conservation and supporting local communities, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹10.40 lakh under the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework to beneficiaries across…

Bihar, Odhisa and Jharkhand Gram Panchayat Leaders Sensitised on Consumer Rights

Bihar, Odhisa and Jharkhand Gram Panchayat Leaders Sensitised on Consumer Rights

16-02-2026 

Building on the success of its virtual capacity-building initiatives conducted during 2024 and 2025, the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) has launched the second series of its nationwide virtual capacity-building programme for Gram Panchayats…

Breaking News:India’s Power Generation Capacity Goes Up To A Record High Of  50,000 MW

Breaking News:India’s Power Generation Capacity Goes Up To A Record High Of 50,000 MW

16-02-2026 

During the current financial year 2025–26 (up to 31stJanuary 2026), a record 52,537 MW of generation capacity (from all sources) has been added . 

Of this, 39,657 MW has been added from Renewable Energy sources, which includes 34,955…

Decoded: Indian Armed Forces in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief

Decoded: Indian Armed Forces in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief

16-02-2026 

Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations are a vital part of India’s global engagement. As natural and man-made disasters become more frequent and severe, India draws on its extensive disaster management experience to provide…

SHe-Box Portal: A Digital Shield for Women’s Safety at Workplace, writes Savitri Thakur

SHe-Box Portal: A Digital Shield for Women’s Safety at Workplace, writes Savitri Thakur

15-02-2026 

As India moves towards the centenary year of its Independence in 2047, the Government of India has placed women-led development at the centre of national progress. 

Recognising the decisive role of women in inclusive economic growth, the…

Explained: A Plan Sets the Stage for India as a Global Hub for Cloud and AI Infrastructure

Explained: A Plan Sets the Stage for India as a Global Hub for Cloud and AI Infrastructure

15-02-2026 

The Union Budget 2026–27 introduces a major policy initiative to strengthen India’s position as a global hub for digital infrastructure. Recognizing the central role of cloud computing, AI data centres and advanced electronics…

Jharkhand govt slaps Rs. 929 crore demand notice to a Mini Ratna company HCL

Jharkhand govt slaps Rs. 929 crore demand notice to a Mini Ratna company HCL

14-02-2026 

Jharkhand government and the Central government-run Hindustan Copper Ltd.( HCL) appear to be locked in a legal battle. Reason?

The Jharkhand government has issued a demand notice of over ₹929 crore to the HCLfor allegedly producing copper without…

Private TV Channels Required to Comply with Programme Code Restricting Content Against Religions

Private TV Channels Required to Comply with Programme Code Restricting Content Against Religions

14-02-2026 

The Private Satellite Cable Television Channels are required to adhere to the Advertising Code &Programme Code framed under the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995 and rules framed thereunder, which inter alia provides that no programme…

Film Tourism Now Central to India’s Destination Branding Strategy

Film Tourism Now Central to India’s Destination Branding Strategy

14-02-2026 

Film tourism has emerged as a core pillar of India’s destination branding and economic growth strategy, senior policymakers and industry leaders affirmed at the 8th Global Film Tourism Conclave organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and…

WAVES Positions India as a Global Content Hub under ‘Create in India, Create for the World’ Vision’

WAVES Positions India as a Global Content Hub under ‘Create in India, Create for the World’ Vision’

14-02-2026 

WAVES was organised in line with the Government’s vision of making India a global hub for content creation under the “Create in India, Create for the World” initiative. The Summit provided an integrated platform for Indian creators,…