Aug 14: This World Photography Day, as India celebrates its Independence Day, let your lens capture the spirit of freedom, pride and possibility that defines the nation. From the colours of our traditions and the energy of our celebrations to the people, landscapes and everyday moments that make India unique,…
Continue ReadingPresident Murmu Honours Eminent Artists With Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday conferred the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for 2024 and 2025 on eminent artists at a ceremony in New Delhi, recognising their contribution to India’s rich performing arts heritage. The honours recognise achievements across music, dance, theatre, folk and…
Continue ReadingChamoli Tunnel Tragedy Leaves Seven Dead as Rescue Teams Search for Missing Worker
Chamoli, August 14, 2026: Seven workers have died after a sudden rush of water and debris entered an under-construction tunnel at the THDC hydropower project in Mayapur, Pipalkoti, in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district. One worker is still reported missing, while rescue teams continue operations at the site. Officials said the incident…
Continue ReadingMaharashtra Moves Toward One Digital Identity for Easier Access to Public Services
Mumbai, August 14, 2026: The Maharashtra government is preparing to roll out ‘Maha-ID’, a digital identity framework designed to give citizens a simpler way to access government services and welfare programmes. The initiative seeks to reduce the administrative burden on citizens by creating a common digital identity that can be…
Continue ReadingColombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 273 as Rescue Efforts Continue
Bogota, August 14, 2026: The death toll from the powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday has risen to 273, while rescue teams continue searching for people still trapped or missing in affected areas. According to Colombia’s National Unit for Disaster Risk Management, 3,824 people have been injured and…
Continue ReadingIndia’s Goods Exports Surge Nearly 20% in July Despite Global Uncertainty
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: India’s merchandise exports rose 19.63 per cent year-on-year to $44.24 billion in July 2026, marking a strong recovery in outbound trade despite geopolitical tensions and disruptions affecting global supply chains. The July performance was supported by strong shipments of petroleum products, electronics and engineering goods.…
Continue ReadingIndia’s July Exports Cross $80 Billion as Global Shipments Gain Momentum
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: India’s combined exports of merchandise and services rose 13.31 per cent year-on-year to $80.14 billion in July 2026, signalling continued strength in the country’s external trade despite global economic and geopolitical pressures. The growth was supported by a sharp rise in merchandise shipments, which climbed…
Continue ReadingNITI Aayog Identifies Four Sectors That Could Drive India’s Manufacturing Ambitions
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: NITI Aayog has identified chemicals, textiles, telecom and networking equipment, and solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing as four high-potential sectors that could play a central role in strengthening India’s position in global manufacturing. The policy think tank’s report focuses on sectors where targeted policy interventions, stronger…
Continue ReadingCentre releasesRs.605.71 Crore to Strengthen Agriculture in Rajasthan and Telangana
New Delhi, August 14, 2026: The Centre has approved a combined allocation of ₹605.71 crore for Rajasthan and Telangana under the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) and the Krishonnati Yojana, aimed at supporting agricultural development and farmer-focused initiatives. Rajasthan will receive ₹340.59 crore, while ₹265.12 crore has been…
Continue ReadingSEBI Eyes Wider Accredited Investor Pool With ₹5 Crore Securities Threshold
Mumbai, August 14, 2026: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a new framework that could make it easier for financially sophisticated investors to qualify as accredited investors, with securities-market holdings emerging as an alternative eligibility criterion. Under the proposal, an individual with ₹5 crore or more…
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