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September 17, 2026 1:49 PM

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Foreign diplomats, missions extend birthday greetings to PM Modi

Former Norwegian diplomat Erik Solheim wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi a happy birthday today and highlighted five major changes in India during his government's tenure.   Erik Solheim, former Minister of Climate and the Environment of Norway, reflected on Prime Minister Modi’s political tenure ...

September 17, 2026 1:44 PM

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India commits to energy security through diverse sourcing, says MEA

India remains firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people and will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics. Noting the passage of the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act in the US Congress, the External Affairs Ministry stat...

September 17, 2026 11:28 AM

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Health Ministry issues advisory to states, UTs on stem cell therapy regulation

Ministry of Health Family Welfare has issued an advisory to all States and Union Territories regarding the regulation of stem cell therapy. The advisory reiterates that the existing framework seeks to ensure that stem cell therapy is permitted as standard care in routine clinical practice only for d...

September 17, 2026 12:42 PM

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President Murmu, Vice President, political leaders greet PM Modi on his birthday

President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C P Radhakrishnan have extended greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday today.   In a social media post, President Murmu lauded Mr Modi's exemplary public service and contribution to nation-building over the past 25 years, spanning his te...

September 17, 2026 8:11 AM

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Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2026 begins across country

The Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2026 has started across the country from today. The theme of this campaign is Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.   This year’s Swachhata Hi Seva campaign is centred around five key pillars. These pillars are: Transformation of cleanliness target...

September 17, 2026 7:56 AM

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Cabinet raises EPFO mandatory coverage wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000

The Union Cabinet has enhanced the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from 15 thousand rupees to 25 thousand rupees per month.   Addressing the media in New Delhi after the Cabinet meeting yesterday, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwi...