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September 29, 2026 4:24 PM
India’s rural employment framework has entered a new phase with the rollout of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), or VB-G RAM G, which seeks to combine guaranteed wage employment with integrated village development. The VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, came into force ...
September 29, 2026 4:22 PM
A heart problem does not always announce itself with dramatic chest pain. Sometimes it can remain unnoticed until a heart attack or stroke occurs. This hidden nature of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is at the centre of World Heart Day 2026, being observed on September 29 with the World Heart Federati...
September 29, 2026 4:06 PM
Literacy has emerged as an important pillar of India’s development journey, moving beyond the ability to read and write to include numeracy, digital skills, financial literacy and other competencies needed to participate meaningfully in society and the economy. India’s literacy rate has increas...
September 29, 2026 11:46 AM
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is witnessing a record influx of pilgrims this year, with Badrinath and Gangotri recording footfall above previous highs amid enhanced arrangements by the state government. According to the state government, more than 18.10 lakh pilgrims have visited Badrinath Dha...
September 29, 2026 11:46 AM
Late September showers brought a winter-like chill to Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, with the national capital waking up to cooler temperatures and overcast skies. The region is likely to receive isolated rainfall on Tuesday, extending the light spell recorded on Monday. According to the India Meteorologica...
September 29, 2026 1:22 PM
US and Iranian officials spoke separately with mediators on Monday as part of a renewed effort to end seven months of war, according to officials of both countries. Any further talks are expected to focus on an amended version of a seven-day proposal that Iran presented last week on the sidelines o...
September 28, 2026 4:17 PM
India’s approach to plastic waste is changing, with cities and communities increasingly focusing not only on reducing the use of single-use plastic but also on reuse, collection, recycling and converting discarded plastic into useful products. A decade ago, plastic bags were a routine part of sho...
September 28, 2026 3:37 PM
Scheduled Castes (SCs), who constitute 16.6 per cent of India's population, have historically faced barriers to socio-economic advancement and inclusion. Addressing these disparities is important for ensuring social justice, equal opportunity and broader participation in India's development journey....
September 28, 2026 10:13 AM
The Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) is strengthening India’s domestic maritime insurance capacity and reducing dependence on foreign insurers amid growing geopolitical and trade-related risks along key shipping routes. Launched in May 2026, the BMIP provides marine insurance coverage for In...
September 28, 2026 11:39 AM
From searching for a destination on a smartphone to booking a hotel, discovering local experiences and navigating an unfamiliar city, technology has become an integral part of the modern traveller’s journey. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) begins to reshape how people plan and experience travel, I...
