India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), in collaboration with implementation partner 'PwC', organized awareness building sessions of National Pension System (NPS) among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at the 2nd Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) held in Rajkot. It was held on 11th and 12th January 2026. This conference was inaugurated by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The VGRC ev...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major blow to drug trafficking networks, officers of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) have seized 270 kilogram of Mephedrone, a synthetic narcotic drug, in a meticulously planned operation spanning multiple states on 11th-12th January, 2026. The contraband was being domestically transported concealed under chicken feed, used as cover cargo, a novel modus operandi adopted by the drug syndicate to evade scrutiny. A...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has constituted a high-level committee tasked with formulating guidelines and regulations to enable a framework for assured payouts under the National Pension System (NPS). This move aligns with the provisions of the PFRDA Act and aims to enhance the security of retirement income for subscribers. The formation of this committee is a significant step by PFRDA towards the...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A meeting chaired by the Secretary, DFS, Shri M. Nagaraju, was held on 13.1.2026 to review the financial and business performance of Public Sector Insurance Companies (PSICs) for FY 2024-25 and the first half of FY 2025-26. The PSICs reviewed included the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), General Insurance Corporation of India(GIC), New India Assurance Co. Ltd(NIACL)., National Insurance Co. Ltd.(NICL), United India Insura...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Takeaways Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) Policy, 2021 Introduced by the Ministry of Railways on 15 December 2021, the policy aims to accelerate modern cargo terminal development, upgrade existing facilities, and strengthen India's freight ecosystem. It streamlines processes, encourages private participation, and aligns infrastructure growth with industry demand to position India as a global logistics hub. Intro...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has advised all recognised National Sports Federations (NSFs) to constitute dedicated Committees on International Relations and Make in India in Sports within their respective organisations. Aimed at strengthening India's international engagement in sports, the International Relations Committee will monitor developments in relevant International Federations (IFs) and Continental Federations (...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The "neighbourhood" around stem cells, rather than the stem cells alone, may hold a vital clue to understanding how tissues age and lose their regenerative capacity, according to new research. The study reveals that support cells surrounding stem cells are far more vulnerable to ageing-related damage, opening new avenues for research on healthy ageing.​​ Healthy aging is a global priority and scientists are working on ...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Commemorating National Youth Day on January 12, 2026, the Government of India reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by spotlighting the newly launched National AI Literacy Program and its flagship YUVA AI FOR ALL course, bridging Swami Vivekananda's vision of enlightened youth with the tools for an AI-driven future. The program was launched at the Rajasthan Regional AI Impact Summit held in Jaipur on January 6, 2026, by Sh...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Competition Commission of India has approved acquisition by ChrysCapital Fund X, Two Infinity Partners and Blue wave Investments Limited, collectively, of certain equity share capital in Nash Industries (I) Private Limited The proposed combination pertains to the acquisition by ChrysCapital Fund X, Two Infinity Partners and Blue wave Investments Limited (collectively, the 'Acquirers'), collectively, of certain equity share capital...
India, Jan. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In alignment with the Government of India's vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 and the objective of establishing India as a leading global sporting nation, the Task Force constituted by the Department of Sports to review the coaching ecosystem in line with international best practices has submitted its report. The Task Force, led by Indian badminton national head coach Shri Pullela Gopichand, examined key aspects of coach education and...