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February 4, 2026 11:22 AM

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World Cancer Day 2026

Today is World Cancer Day. The day is observed on the 4th of February every year to raise cancer awareness and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda today said that the day serves as a reminder to support cancer survivors and encou...

January 31, 2026 10:48 AM

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Canadian‑American actor Catherine O’Hara passes away

Catherine O’Hara, the Emmy‑winning Canadian‑American actor, popular for her comic roles, passed away at her home in Los Angeles following a brief illness. She was 71 year old. O’Hara was best known for her starring roles in the Home Alone and Beetlejuice films. In a career spanning more than five de...

January 28, 2026 9:08 AM

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International Data Privacy Day 2026

International Data Privacy Day is being observed today. The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting personal data and privacy in the digital age. Akashvani's correspondent reports that the day is also known as Data Protection Day, which was designated in 2006 by the Council of...

January 24, 2026 1:54 PM

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National Girl Child Day 2026

National Girl Child Day is being celebrated across the nation today, highlighting the rights, education, health, nutrition, and welfare of girls. Observed annually on 24th January, this day serves as a platform to raise awareness about gender discrimination, promote equal opportunities, and foster a...

January 21, 2026 2:27 PM

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PRAGATI achieves major milestone with successful conduct of 50th Meeting

Prime Minister’s flagship platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, PRAGATI, has marked a significant milestone with the successful conduct of its 50th meeting. Since its launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2015, PRAGATI has transformed governance by enabling real-time moni...

January 20, 2026 11:03 AM

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Around 10,000 special guests invited to witness Republic Day Parade 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi

The Defence Ministry has said that around 10,000 special guests have been invited to witness the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi this year. The guests include those who have carried out exemplary work in income and employment generation, the best innovators, start-ups, self-he...