Ayushman Bharat Rolled Out in West Bengal, 1.43 Crore Families to Benefit

Kolkata, August 16: The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) was formally launched in West Bengal on Sunday, marking the state’s return to the Centre’s flagship health assurance programme after several years. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who launched the scheme along with the state’s Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana (MMSBY), said […]

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XPPen Marks Its 21st Anniversary with “DOODLE THE WORLD”, Bringing Creativity Beyond Boundaries

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XPPen, a leading global digital art innovation brand, proudly celebrates its 21st anniversary. Marking 21 years of empowering creators worldwide, XPPen introduces this year’s theme, “DOODLE THE WORLD,” with a series of creative experiences, including the Global Art Toy Design Contest co-hosted by XPPen and TOP TOY, a

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NIELIT Unveils CYBER KUSHTI 2026 to Sharpen Cybersecurity Decision-Making Skills

New Delhi, August 16: The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) has launched ‘CYBER KUSHTI 2026’, a cybersecurity assessment initiative designed to test how effectively individuals can apply human judgment while identifying, analysing and responding to cyber threats. The initiative focuses on a critical aspect of cybersecurity that extends beyond technical knowledge —

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India’s Steel Market Set for Expansion as Consumption Targets 192 MT by 2030

Mumbai, August 16: India’s steel consumption is projected to rise to 192 million tonnes (MT) by 2030, up from around 149 MT in FY2024-25, reflecting an annual growth rate of about 6-7 per cent, according to a report by the Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX). The outlook points to sustained growth in steel

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Water Bill Relief Extended: Delhi Waives Late Payment Surcharge Till March 2027

New Delhi, August 16: The Delhi government has extended its 100 per cent Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) waiver scheme on outstanding water bills until March 31, 2027, giving consumers additional time to clear their pending dues without paying the accumulated penalty. Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma announced the extension on Sunday, saying the

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Sumitomo Chemicals India Sees Strong Profit Growth, Expands Product and Manufacturing Pipeline

New Delhi: Sumitomo Chemicals India Ltd reported a resilient performance in the first quarter of FY27, with profit after tax rising around 20 per cent year-on-year to Rs 214 crore, even as revenue remained broadly flat amid challenging monsoon conditions and weaker domestic demand. The company reported revenue of Rs 1,063 crore for the quarter.

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Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Interacts with MY Bharat-NSS Volunteers During Independence Day Celebrations

New Delhi: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya interacted with MY Bharat-NSS volunteers during the Independence Day celebrations at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, appreciating their participation and contribution to the national event. The MY Bharat-NSS volunteers attended the Independence Day programme as special guests, giving them an

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Government Unveils National Framework to Strengthen ITDAs and ITDPs

New framework focuses on institutional reform, convergence, digital governance and outcome-based monitoring for tribal development New Delhi: Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Jual Oram and Dr. R. Balasubramaniam, Member, NITI Aayog, on Saturday jointly released the National Framework for Strengthening of ITDAs and ITDPs and the Operational Guidelines for Strengthening of ITDAs and ITDPs, marking

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Tributes Paid to Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Death Anniversary

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 16 (UDN): Tributes were paid to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, remembering him as a distinguished nationalist, visionary statesman and exceptional orator who made significant contributions to India’s development and democratic traditions.  Pic credit : x.com/MohanMOdisha Vajpayee’s life and political legacy continue to inspire citizens across the country.

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Domestic Investors Sustain Buying Momentum as FIIs Show Signs of Return

Mumbai: Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have continued to provide strong support to Indian equities, remaining net buyers in every week over the past month, while foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have shown signs of renewed buying interest. According to market data, DIIs have made cumulative purchases of Rs 38,715.18 crore over the last one month. In

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