Bharat Parv 2026: A Living Tapestry of India’s Heritage

New Delhi:  Bharat Parv 2026, the six-day national cultural and tourism festival organised by the Ministry of Tourism, kicked off on January 26 and went on until January 31. Organised annually since 2016, the event invites visitors to immerse themselves in the kaleidoscope of India’s diverse heritage. Bharat Parv was held at the Lawns and […]

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Addition of 2 New Wetlands to India’s Ramsar List

New Delhi: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shri Bhupender Yadav has announced the addition of two new wetlands to India’s Ramsar network, ahead of World Wetlands Day on 02.02.2026. The Minister stated in a post on social media platform ‘X’ that Patna Bird Sanctuary in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand […]

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Tableau on ‘Vande Mataram – 150 Years Journey’ Wins First Prize at Republic Day 2026 parade

New Delhi: The Ministry of Culture achieved a significant double honour at the Republic Day Parade 2026, with its tableau titled “Vande Mataram – 150 Years Journey” being awarded the First Prize in the category of Best Tableau among Central Ministries and Departments, while its grand cultural presentation “Vande Mataram: The Eternal Resonance of Bharat” […]

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Strengthening India’s National Accounts and Core Economic Statistics

New Delhi: India’s statistical system is undergoing a comprehensive modernization to better capture the realities of a fast-changing economy. Over the decade since the last base year (2011-12), the country has seen significant structural shifts, the services sector has expanded rapidly, formalization has increased under the Goods and Services Tax (GST), and digital platforms have […]

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International Data Privacy Day and India’s evolving digital ecosystem

New Delhi: Data Privacy Day is internationally observed annually on 28 January. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting personal data and privacy in the digital age. Also known as Data Protection Day, it was designated in 2006 by the Council of Europe to commemorate the signing of Convention 108- the world’s […]

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Kolkata’s Timeless Architecture, Framed One Month at a Time

  In Kolkata, history doesn’t sit quietly in the past. It walks beside you. It shows up in crumbling facades, shaded corridors, old balconies, and buildings you pass every day without even realizing how much they’ve seen. On January 23, 2026, that living relationship between time and place found a new expression with the launch […]

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Youth will play a major role in achieving Viksit Bharat goal: Raksha Mantri

New Delhi: As the world is going through a period of uncertainty, our youth must remain physically, mentally & emotionally strong and be prepared to take on every challenge,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh as he exhorted the youngsters to draw inspiration from the brave and dedicated NCC cadets who played a vital role […]

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Shoishob Foundation Observes Saraswati Puja as a Quiet Celebration of Learning and Inclusion

  The morning of Saraswati Puja began without fanfare. Winter sunlight filtered through narrow neighborhood lanes, brushing rooftops, shop shutters, and modest homes alike. Inside a small community learning center run by the Shoishob Foundation, preparations were already underway—unhurried, familiar, and purposeful. The space was simple and well used. Shelves lined the walls, holding books, […]

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