March 26, 2026

Budget 2026: CII pitches demand-led disinvestment plan; proposes four-step privatisation roadmap

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The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) suggested a four-fold privatisation process in their recommendations on the Union Budget 2026-27. They called for faster and more predictable disinvestment. The industry body claimed that a calibrated privatisation approach would help sustain capital expenditure and fund development priorities, particularly in sectors where private participation can improve efficiency, technology…

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UPSC to use face authentication at exam centres: What changes at the entry gate for candidates

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UPSC to use face authentication at exam centres The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has decided to introduce mandatory face authentication for all candidates appearing in its recruitment examinations, marking a significant shift in how identity verification will be carried out at exam centres. Officials said the move is intended to strengthen the integrity of…

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Makar Sankranti 2026: Urad dal khichdi recipe, traditional significance, key ingredients, and easy preparation steps |

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Makar Sankranti celebrates the festival of harvest, seasonal transition, and renewal across India. As the sun starts its northward journey, the food traditions during this time focus on warmth, balance, and nourishment. Khichdi has long been associated with this festival, as it epitomises simplicity, satvik eating, and feeling thankful for newly harvested grains. In many…

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Who is Reza Pahlavi? Iran’s exiled crown prince urges protesters not to ‘abandon the streets’

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Iran has been rocked by widespread anti-government protests that have already entered their second week. What began as demonstrations over economic collapse has quickly escalated into broader calls for political change and the end of the country’s theocratic regime. Protests have spread across multiple cities despite heavy security measures, internet restrictions and mass arrests. As…

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Budget 2026: Micro-fertiliser makers pitch reforms; call for uniform GST, single business licence system

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The Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association (IMMA) has requested several key changes from the central government ahead of the Union Budget. These include extending 5 per cent GST to all fertilizers under the Fertilizer Control Order, speeding up GST credit refunds, and creating a single licensing system. The association made these demands on Sunday through its…

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SPDC scholarship explained: Who can apply, eligibility rules, seats and income limits

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The Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC) is a central government scheme aimed at encouraging students of Indian origin, currently living or educated abroad, to pursue undergraduate studies in India. The scheme targets a limited and clearly defined group: children of NRIs, PIOs, OCIs and Indian workers employed in Emigration Check Required (ECR) countries.Only 150…

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