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India’s defence exports surged to an all-time high of Rs 38,424 crore in 2025-26, marking an impressive 62.7% increase compared to the previous fiscal, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Defence. This record growth reflects India’s expanding footprint in the global defence market, driven by a combination…

India’s digital payments ecosystem reached a new milestone in March 2026, with the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) processing 22.64 billion transactions. This represents a significant increase from February and highlights the growing adoption of real-time digital payments across the country. The surge in transactions reflects steady growth in both consumer…

In an exciting turn of events at the All India Chess Masters, Somaiya ended Mapara’s impressive five-game winning streak, delivering a performance marked by precision and strategic brilliance. The match captivated chess fans, showcasing the intensity and skill of both players. Somaiya’s victory came from carefully planned moves and timely…

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday highlighted the importance of continued support for tribal athletes, echoing the views of President Droupadi Murmu. Both leaders emphasized that initiatives like the Khelo India Tribal Games are crucial for nurturing talent from India’s tribal communities and building a strong foundation for the…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the passage of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill, describing it as a significant step toward enhancing ease of living and ease of doing business in India. The bill, aimed at simplifying regulatory frameworks and reducing compliance burdens, has been hailed as a major reform…

The Odisha government has directed all departments, district administrations, and urban local bodies not to transfer officials or employees involved in Census 2027. The move aims to ensure uninterrupted preparation and smooth execution of the census. Authorities emphasized that retaining personnel in their current positions is critical for accurate data…

The Odisha government has stepped up efforts to streamline fuel distribution and promote the adoption of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) across urban areas. A high-level review meeting on Thursday brought together state officials and representatives from major oil and gas companies to address supply chain efficiency and transparency. Officials highlighted…

Lisbon – (April 3rd, 2026) – Global Citizen Solutions (“GCS”), a leading advisory firm in citizenship and residency planning, confirms that on 1st April 2026, Portugal’s parliament approved a revised package of amendments to the Nationality Law, again proposing longer residency requirements for citizenship eligibility. Under the approved text, nationals from the…

CHICAGO, Ill. (April 2. 2026) – Metacarpal, a leading medical device manufacturer specializing in body-powered upper-limb prosthetics, added Léa Richer, MSOP, CPO, as Product Support Liaison for its North American team. Richer joined the company to support the expansion of Metacarpal’s GEM prosthetic hand in U.S. and Canadian markets while working with clinicians and limb…

New Delhi: The Union government exceeded its approved expenditure by ₹54,067 crore in the financial year 2022–23, largely due to higher-than-expected debt repayments, according to a report by the Public Accounts Committee. The report, recently tabled in the Lok Sabha, highlighted concerns over gaps in budget planning and expenditure management.…