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MoF Launches ‘Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima’ for CGHS BeneficiariesIn January 2026, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance (MoF) launched the ‘Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima’, an optional health insurance scheme for beneficiaries of the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS).Scheme launched: Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush BimaLaunched by: DFS, MoFTarget Group: Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiariesCoverage: 6 membersSum Insured: Rs 10 lakhs or Rs 20 lakhsCo-payment: 70:30 or 50:50Purchase: New India Assurance Company LimitedCoverage: AYUSH – 100% sum insured, modern treatment – 25% enhanced up to 100% Features: Room rent – 1% (Normal), 2% (ICU); Pre-hospitalisation – 30 days, post-hospitalisation – 60 daysAbout Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima:Overview: It is available as a retail product for all CGHS, with no Goods and Services Tax (GST) charged on the premium to ensure maximum affordability for subscribers.Purpose: This complements the existing CGHS facilities, the policy offers cashless treatment, coverage for modern procedures and access to a wide hospital network across India.Coverage: The policy covers a maximum of six members per policy.It provides indemnity-based inpatient hospitalisation coverage across India.Sum-Insured: The policy provides a sum insurance of Rs 10 lakhs or Rs20 lakhs.Co-payment: The product will have a co-payment component allowing beneficiaries to choose between 70:30 or 50:50 between the insurance company and the subscribers.The policy will be available at a discount of 28% under the 70:30 and 42% under the 50:50 split, when compared to a regular policy.Insurance Purchase: The policy will be available for purchase through the New India Assurance Company Limited(NIACL’s) offices and online platform.Key Features: Room rent is capped at 1% of the sum insured for normal rooms and 2% for ICU (Intensive Care Unit) stays per day.The policy includes 30 days of pre-hospitalisation and 60 days of post-hospitalisation cover.Coverage: AYUSH(Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) treatments are fully covered up to 100% of the sum insured for in-patient care.Modern medical procedures are covered up to 25% of the sum insured, with an optional rider available to enhance coverage up to 100%.Bonus Offered: The policy also offers a cumulative bonus of 10% for each claim-free year, subject to a maximum of 100% of the sum insured.About Ministry of Finance (MoF):Union Minister – Nirmala Sitharaman (Rajya Sabha – Karnataka)Minister of State – Pankaj Chaudhary (Constituency – Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, UP)
Armed Forces Veterans’ Day 2026 – January 14Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed annually across India on 14 January to honour the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of veterans of the Indian Army(IA), Indian Navy(IN), and Indian Air Force(IAF) who have served the nation with distinction.January 14, 2026, marks the observance of the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day .What? Armed Forces Veterans’ Day 2026When? January 14, 2026Edition: 10thFirst Observed: Pan-India event since 2016–17 under MoDSignificance: Commemorates the retirement of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa.2026 Event: Held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, DelhiBackground:First Celebration: The day was initially observed as a pan-India event in 2016–2017 under the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and has been celebrated annually across the country since then.Date Significance: January 14 was chosen to mark the retirement of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa, the first Indian Commander‑in‑Chief of the Army, on 14 January 1953.2026 Event:Dignitaries: Union Minister Rajnath Singh, MoD attended the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day on 14th January 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, DelhiPresident Droupadi Murmu (Supreme Commander or Commander-in-Chief, C-in-C), Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi were also present at the event.Nationwide Commemoration: 34 Rajya Sainik Boards in States and Union Territories (UTs) and 434 Zila Sainik Boards across India organized rallies, outreach programs, and support activities for veterans and their families.Veteran Assistance: System for Pension Administration and Records for Soldiers-Half (SPARSH) pension help desks, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) healthcare counters, and dedicated desks of the IA, IN, and IAF are setup to support veterans and their families.About Ministry of Defence (MoD):Union Minister- Rajnath Singh (Constituency- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, UP)Minister of State (MoS)– Sanjay Seth(Constituency- Ranchi, Jharkhand)
Armed Forces Veterans’ Day 2026 – January 14Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed annually across India on 14 January to honour the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of veterans of the Indian Army(IA), Indian Navy(IN), and Indian Air Force(IAF) who have served the nation with distinction.January 14, 2026, marks the observance of the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day .What? Armed Forces Veterans’ Day 2026When? January 14, 2026Edition: 10thFirst Observed: Pan-India event since 2016–17 under MoDSignificance: Commemorates the retirement of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa.2026 Event: Held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, DelhiBackground:First Celebration: The day was initially observed as a pan-India event in 2016–2017 under the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and has been celebrated annually across the country since then.Date Significance: January 14 was chosen to mark the retirement of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa, the first Indian Commander‑in‑Chief of the Army, on 14 January 1953.2026 Event:Dignitaries: Union Minister Rajnath Singh, MoD attended the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day on 14th January 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, DelhiPresident Droupadi Murmu (Supreme Commander or Commander-in-Chief, C-in-C), Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi were also present at the event.Nationwide Commemoration: 34 Rajya Sainik Boards in States and Union Territories (UTs) and 434 Zila Sainik Boards across India organized rallies, outreach programs, and support activities for veterans and their families.Veteran Assistance: System for Pension Administration and Records for Soldiers-Half (SPARSH) pension help desks, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) healthcare counters, and dedicated desks of the IA, IN, and IAF are setup to support veterans and their families.About Ministry of Defence (MoD):Union Minister- Rajnath Singh (Constituency- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, UP)Minister of State (MoS)– Sanjay Seth(Constituency- Ranchi, Jharkhand)
Armed Forces Veterans’ Day 2026 – January 14Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed annually across India on 14 January to honour the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of veterans of the Indian Army(IA), Indian Navy(IN), and Indian Air Force(IAF) wh...
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Major Swathi Shantha Kumar Wins UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025In January 2026, Indian Army(IA) officer Major Swathi Shantha Kumar from Bengaluru(Karnataka) received the the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s Award 2025 in the Gender Category for her project “Equal Partners, Lasting Peace” while serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).About UN Secretary-General’s Award:Award Citation: Announced by Antonio Guterres,Secretary General of UN. The award recognises her leadership in advancing gender parity through effective deployment of the Indian Engagement Team, enhancing patrols, community outreach, and trust-building in conflict zones.Recognition: The UN Secretary-General’s Awards are annual honours instituted by the United Nations to recognise outstanding contributions by UN personnel, peacekeepers, and teams demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to UN values.Purpose: The awards promote a culture of excellence and accountability, recognise initiatives with measurable impact on peace and development, and support core UN priorities such as gender equality, inclusion, sustainability, and innovation.2025 Awards Categories: The 2025 awards covered categories including Innovation, Collegiality, Gender, Diversity & Inclusion, Multilingualism, and Leadership/Service Excellence.About Swathi Shanthakumar: She is an Indian Army officer from Bengaluru, Karnataka, serving in the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) with the rank of Major.About Project Equal Partners, Lasting Peace: Overview: It is a comprehensive initiative to deploy and integrate engagement teams that strengthened grassroots connections with women in conflict-affected areas and improved gender-responsiveness in UNMISS.About the United Nations (UN):Secretary General – Antonio GuterresHeadquarters – New York, United States of America (USA)Established – 1945
Major Swathi Shantha Kumar Wins UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025In January 2026, Indian Army(IA) officer Major Swathi Shantha Kumar from Bengaluru(Karnataka) received the the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s Award 2025 in the Gender Category for her project “Equal Partners, Lasting Peace” while serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).About UN Secretary-General’s Award:Award Citation: Announced by Antonio Guterres,Secretary General of UN. The award recognises her leadership in advancing gender parity through effective deployment of the Indian Engagement Team, enhancing patrols, community outreach, and trust-building in conflict zones.Recognition: The UN Secretary-General’s Awards are annual honours instituted by the United Nations to recognise outstanding contributions by UN personnel, peacekeepers, and teams demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to UN values.Purpose: The awards promote a culture of excellence and accountability, recognise initiatives with measurable impact on peace and development, and support core UN priorities such as gender equality, inclusion, sustainability, and innovation.2025 Awards Categories: The 2025 awards covered categories including Innovation, Collegiality, Gender, Diversity & Inclusion, Multilingualism, and Leadership/Service Excellence.About Swathi Shanthakumar: She is an Indian Army officer from Bengaluru, Karnataka, serving in the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) with the rank of Major.About Project Equal Partners, Lasting Peace: Overview: It is a comprehensive initiative to deploy and integrate engagement teams that strengthened grassroots connections with women in conflict-affected areas and improved gender-responsiveness in UNMISS.About the United Nations (UN):Secretary General – Antonio GuterresHeadquarters – New York, United States of America (USA)Established – 1945
Major Swathi Shantha Kumar Wins UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025In January 2026, Indian Army(IA) officer Major Swathi Shantha Kumar from Bengaluru(Karnataka) received the the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s Award 2025 in the Gender Category ...
World Bank Projects India’s GDP Growth Rate at 7.2% for FY26; 6.5% for FY27In January 2026, World Bank Group (WBG) released its flagship report titled ‘Global Economic Prospects (GEP): January 2026 report’. The report has projected India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate at 7.2% for Financial Year 2025-26 (FY26), revised upward from 6.3% forecast in June 2025.The report stated that FY26 growth is mainly driven by robust domestic demand, including strong private consumption, which is further supported by tax reforms and rising household incomes in rural areas.What? Release of Global Economic Prospects(GEP) Report : January 2026Released by: World Bank Group (WBG)India’s GDP: 7.2% (FY26), 6.5% (FY27), and 6.6% (FY28)Global Growth Rate: 2.6% (CY26)South Asia Growth: 7.1%(CY25); 6.2%(CY26)Other Key Projections:India’s GDP for FY27: As per the report, India’s GDP growth rate is further projected to moderate to 6.5% in FY27 compared to its previous estimate of 7.2%, based on the assumption that 50% import tariffs imposed by the United States of America (USA) remain in place throughout the forecast horizon.However, India’s GDP is expected to edge up to 6.6% in FY28, aided by robust services activity, as well as a recovery in exports and a pickup in investment.The report further noted that the impact of higher tariffs on Indian exports to the USA is expected to be mitigated by stronger-than-anticipated momentum in domestic demand.India’s Inflation: The report highlighted that India’s inflation is expected to converge to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s inflation target i.e. at 4%, assuming stable seasonal conditions contain food price inflation.Global Growth Rate: The report projected that the global growth rate will slow down marginally by 10 basis points (bps) i.e. from 2.7% in Calendar Year 2025 (CY25) to 2.6% (in CY26).South Asia Region: The growth rate of the South Asia region is projected to increase to 7.1% in CY25, supported by robust economic activity in India that mitigates the impact of rising trade tensions and heightened policy uncertainty.However, it is expected to ease to 6.2% in CY26, indicating the impact of higher US tariffs on India’s export.The World Bank excludes Pakistan and Afghanistan from its South Asia region, categorizing their economies under the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) division.About World Bank (WB):President- Ajay BangaHeadquarters- Washington, DC, the United States of America (USA)Established- 1944
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Karnataka Bank Enables Khajane-2 e-Receipts Via Net BankingIn January 2026, Karnataka Bank Limited has enabled its net banking platform to support payment and receipt of electronic receipts(e-receipts) for government transactions through the Government of Karnataka’s Khajane‑2 system.This new initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to offering easy, secure and value-added digital services to meet the evolving requirements of its customers.What? Karnataka Bank Enables Khajane-2 e-ReceiptsThrough: Net banking PlatformPurpose: Online payment of state government taxes and feesIntegration: RBI’s e-Kuber; Khajane-2Key Details:Regulatory Approvals: Karnataka Bank has secured the necessary authorization from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), and the approval of the Department of Treasuries, Government of Karnataka, to collect state government revenue receipts through the Khajane-2 Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS).Key Benefits: After the successful technical integration with the e-Kuber system of RBI and the Khajane-2 platform, the bank will enable its customers to make seamless tax and fee payments to various state government departments through net banking.Significance: By minimising manual procedures and streamlining receipt handling, the initiative improves user convenience for citizens while bolstering the State’s digital payments infrastructure.
Karnataka Bank Enables Khajane-2 e-Receipts Via Net BankingIn January 2026, Karnataka Bank Limited has enabled its net banking platform to support payment and receipt of electronic receipts(e-receipts) for government transactions through the Government of Karnataka’s Khajane‑2 system.This new initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to offering easy, secure and value-added digital services to meet the evolving requirements of its customers.What? Karnataka Bank Enables Khajane-2 e-ReceiptsThrough: Net banking PlatformPurpose: Online payment of state government taxes and feesIntegration: RBI’s e-Kuber; Khajane-2Key Details:Regulatory Approvals: Karnataka Bank has secured the necessary authorization from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), and the approval of the Department of Treasuries, Government of Karnataka, to collect state government revenue receipts through the Khajane-2 Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS).Key Benefits: After the successful technical integration with the e-Kuber system of RBI and the Khajane-2 platform, the bank will enable its customers to make seamless tax and fee payments to various state government departments through net banking.Significance: By minimising manual procedures and streamlining receipt handling, the initiative improves user convenience for citizens while bolstering the State’s digital payments infrastructure.
Karnataka Bank Enables Khajane-2 e-Receipts Via Net BankingIn January 2026, Karnataka Bank Limited has enabled its net banking platform to support payment and receipt of electronic receipts(e-receipts) for government transactions through the Governme...
PFRDA Constitutes High-Level Committee Headed by M. S. Sahoo for Assured Payouts Under NPSIn January 2026, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Finance(MoF), constituted a 15-member high-level expert committee, chaired by M. S. Sahoo, former Chairperson of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI), to formulate a regulatory framework for assured payouts under the National Pension System (NPS).This step is aimed at strengthening the security of retirement income for NPS subscribers.What? High-level committee constituted by PFRDAFor : Assured payouts under NPSChairperson: Dr. M. S. Sahoo, former Chairperson of IBBIMembers: 15 experts from legal, actuarial, finance, insurance, capital markets, and academiaPurpose:Serve as a standing advisory committee on structured pension payoutsFrame assured payout regulations and ensure smooth accumulation-to-decumulation transitionServe as a standing advisory committee on structured pension payoutsFrame assured payout regulations and ensure smooth accumulation-to-decumulation transitionAbout High-Level Committee on Assured Payouts:Composition: A 15-member multidisciplinary panel comprising experts from law, actuarial science, finance, insurance, capital markets, and academia.The committee has also been authorised to invite external experts or intermediaries as special invitees for consultation and feedback.Purpose: Constituted as a standing advisory committee on structured pension payouts under the NPS to frame assured payout regulations, enable smooth accumulation-to-decumulation transition, and consult external experts and intermediaries.Framework: Tasked with deliberating on novation and settlement to enable legally enforceable, market-based assurances, while defining operational standards including lock-in periods, fee structures, withdrawal limits, and tax treatment within the NPS payout phase.Oversight: Charged with establishing risk management, capital adequacy, solvency, and legal safeguards for institutions offering assured payouts.Protection: Required to standardize disclosures, prevent mis-selling, clarify ‘assured’ versus market-linked returns, and address shortcomings of the current annuity-based model.About Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA):It was established by the Government of India (GoI) in 2003, and later accorded statutory status under the PFRDA Act, 2013. Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Finance (MoF), it aims to develop and regulate the National Pension System (NPS) and the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) to ensure old-age income security for Indian citizens.Chairperson – Sivasubramanian RamannHeadquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
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Henley Passport Index 2026: Singapore Topped for the Third Time; India Climbs to 80thOn January 13, 2026, Henley & Partners, a British consultancy expertized in investment migration, released Henley Passport Index (HPI) 2026 Global Ranking. As per the index, India has ranked 80th position, up from 85 in 2025, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival to 55 destinations, shared with Algeria and Niger.Singapore remains the most powerful passport for the third time with access to 192 destinations without a prior visa, followed by Japan and South Korea (188) sharing second place.Afghanistan ranked last with access to only 24 countries, creating a 168-country gap.Highlights of Henley Passport Index(HPI) 2026:Other Top 5 Ranked Countries: Countries such as Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland share third position with Luxembourg and Denmark with visa-free score of 186. Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, and Norway share fourth place with a visa-free score of 185.Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, United Arab Emirates (UAE) share fifth place with 184 destinations.Other Top 10 Countries: Countries such as Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Malta, New Zealand, and Poland share sixth place with visa free access to 183 destinations.Australia, Latvia, Liechtenstein, and the United Kingdom (UK) (7th rank) (182 destinations), followed by Canada, Iceland, and Lithuania share 8th place (181 destinations).Malaysia secured 9th place (180 destinations) and the United States of America (USA) secured 10th place with 179 destinations.Other Least Powerful Passports: Syria ranked 100th with visa-free score of 26 destinations, Iraq (99th place) (29 destinations), Pakistan, Yemen (98th place) (31), Somalia (97th place) (33 destinations), Nepal (96th place) (35), Bangladesh (95th place) (37), Eritrea, North Korea, Palestinian Territory (94th place) (38), Libya, Sri Lanka (93rd) (39), and Iran (92nd) (40 destinations).Regional Performance: Europe dominates the top 10 rankings with Denmark, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Henley Passport Index 2026: Singapore Topped for the Third Time; India Climbs to 80thOn January 13, 2026, Henley & Partners, a British consultancy expertized in investment migration, released Henley Passport Index (HPI) 2026 Global Ranking. As per the index, India has ranked 80th position, up from 85 in 2025, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival to 55 destinations, shared with Algeria and Niger.Singapore remains the most powerful passport for the third time with access to 192 destinations without a prior visa, followed by Japan and South Korea (188) sharing second place.Afghanistan ranked last with access to only 24 countries, creating a 168-country gap.Highlights of Henley Passport Index(HPI) 2026:Other Top 5 Ranked Countries: Countries such as Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland share third position with Luxembourg and Denmark with visa-free score of 186. Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, and Norway share fourth place with a visa-free score of 185.Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, United Arab Emirates (UAE) share fifth place with 184 destinations.Other Top 10 Countries: Countries such as Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Malta, New Zealand, and Poland share sixth place with visa free access to 183 destinations.Australia, Latvia, Liechtenstein, and the United Kingdom (UK) (7th rank) (182 destinations), followed by Canada, Iceland, and Lithuania share 8th place (181 destinations).Malaysia secured 9th place (180 destinations) and the United States of America (USA) secured 10th place with 179 destinations.Other Least Powerful Passports: Syria ranked 100th with visa-free score of 26 destinations, Iraq (99th place) (29 destinations), Pakistan, Yemen (98th place) (31), Somalia (97th place) (33 destinations), Nepal (96th place) (35), Bangladesh (95th place) (37), Eritrea, North Korea, Palestinian Territory (94th place) (38), Libya, Sri Lanka (93rd) (39), and Iran (92nd) (40 destinations).Regional Performance: Europe dominates the top 10 rankings with Denmark, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
Henley Passport Index 2026: Singapore Topped for the Third Time; India Climbs to 80thOn January 13, 2026, Henley & Partners, a British consultancy expertized in investment migration, released Henley Passport Index (HPI) 2026 Global Ranking. As per th...
Galgotias University Inaugurates IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre in Greater Noida, UPIn January 2026, Galgotias University, one of the World’s leading universities in Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, inaugurated Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre at its campus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (UP).This marks a major milestone in bolstering innovation-driven learning, entrepreneurship, and India’s growing startup ecosystem.What? Inauguration of IIT-Mandi Catalyst Satellite CentreWhere? Galgotias University campus, Greater Noida, UPPurpose: Support early-stage startups, promote deep-tech innovation, bridge research and real-world applicationSigning of two MoUs : With NIT Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Jharkhand University of Technology, RanchiKey Activities: Joint research initiative; faculty and student exchange programmes; co-creation of deep-tech startups; among othersKey Details:Aim: The centre, established in collaboration with the IIT Mandi(Himachal Pradesh, HP), aims to support early-stage startups, promote innovation in deep-tech, and fix the gap between research and real-world application.Startup Hub: It will serve as an innovation and incubation hub, supporting startups, student entrepreneurs, and joint programs with mentorship, investor access, market linkages, and technology commercialization and acceleration.MoUs Signed: During the event, Galgotias University signed two strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs):It signed MoUs with National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Jharkhand University of Technology(JUT), Ranchi.These strategic partnerships are expected to enable joint research initiative; faculty and student exchange programmes; co-creation of deep-tech startups; access to advanced laboratories, and shared incubation, and acceleration programmes.
Galgotias University Inaugurates IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre in Greater Noida, UPIn January 2026, Galgotias University, one of the World’s leading universities in Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, inaugurated Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre at its campus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (UP).This marks a major milestone in bolstering innovation-driven learning, entrepreneurship, and India’s growing startup ecosystem.What? Inauguration of IIT-Mandi Catalyst Satellite CentreWhere? Galgotias University campus, Greater Noida, UPPurpose: Support early-stage startups, promote deep-tech innovation, bridge research and real-world applicationSigning of two MoUs : With NIT Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Jharkhand University of Technology, RanchiKey Activities: Joint research initiative; faculty and student exchange programmes; co-creation of deep-tech startups; among othersKey Details:Aim: The centre, established in collaboration with the IIT Mandi(Himachal Pradesh, HP), aims to support early-stage startups, promote innovation in deep-tech, and fix the gap between research and real-world application.Startup Hub: It will serve as an innovation and incubation hub, supporting startups, student entrepreneurs, and joint programs with mentorship, investor access, market linkages, and technology commercialization and acceleration.MoUs Signed: During the event, Galgotias University signed two strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs):It signed MoUs with National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Jharkhand University of Technology(JUT), Ranchi.These strategic partnerships are expected to enable joint research initiative; faculty and student exchange programmes; co-creation of deep-tech startups; access to advanced laboratories, and shared incubation, and acceleration programmes.
Galgotias University Inaugurates IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre in Greater Noida, UPIn January 2026, Galgotias University, one of the World’s leading universities in Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, inaugurat...
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TN Partners with Sarvam AI to Establish India’s First Sovereign AI Park in ChennaiOn 13 January 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu (TN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sarvam AI to establish India’s first full-stack Sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) Park in Chennai, TN.What? TN Partners with Sarvam AIPurpose: To Establish India’s 1st Sovereign AI ParkWhere? Chennai, TNInvestment: Rs.10,000 croreKey Features: Dedicated AI district with high-performance computing, secure data frameworks, research & model training labs, innovation clusterAbout India’s First Sovereign AI Park:Investment: The project will receive an initial investment of around Rs.10,000 crore and is projected to generate over 1,000 high‑skilled deep‑tech jobs.AI District: The Sovereign AI Park will be developed as a dedicated AI district, integrating high-performance AI computing infrastructure, secure data frameworks, advanced research and model training labs, and innovation clusters.Institute for AI in Governance: The park will host a dedicated Institute for AI in Governance to develop AI for public-sector use, ensuring data security, ethics, and accountability.Applications: The park will support large-scale AI projects in education, healthcare, agriculture, and citizen services, while promoting Tamil-first AI models reflecting local language and culture.
TN Partners with Sarvam AI to Establish India’s First Sovereign AI Park in ChennaiOn 13 January 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu (TN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sarvam AI to establish India’s first full-stack Sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) Park in Chennai, TN.What? TN Partners with Sarvam AIPurpose: To Establish India’s 1st Sovereign AI ParkWhere? Chennai, TNInvestment: Rs.10,000 croreKey Features: Dedicated AI district with high-performance computing, secure data frameworks, research & model training labs, innovation clusterAbout India’s First Sovereign AI Park:Investment: The project will receive an initial investment of around Rs.10,000 crore and is projected to generate over 1,000 high‑skilled deep‑tech jobs.AI District: The Sovereign AI Park will be developed as a dedicated AI district, integrating high-performance AI computing infrastructure, secure data frameworks, advanced research and model training labs, and innovation clusters.Institute for AI in Governance: The park will host a dedicated Institute for AI in Governance to develop AI for public-sector use, ensuring data security, ethics, and accountability.Applications: The park will support large-scale AI projects in education, healthcare, agriculture, and citizen services, while promoting Tamil-first AI models reflecting local language and culture.
TN Partners with Sarvam AI to Establish India’s First Sovereign AI Park in ChennaiOn 13 January 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu (TN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sarvam AI to establish India’s first full-stack Sovereign Artifici...
MIB and PSA Launches ‘Inspiring Innovators’ Skilling Initiative with NetflixIn January 2026, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) in partnership with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India(GoI) and Netflix Fund for Creative Equity , launched the ‘Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan’, a skilling initiative.What? Skilling initiative “Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan” launchedLaunched by: MIBOrganisers: Office of PSA, Netflix Fund for Creative EquityImplemented by:, Graphiti StudiosParticipants: 26 students from diverse regions, 50% women, several from Tier-II citiesStart-ups Featured: 8 Indian social-impact start-upsAbout ‘Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan’:Implementor: The initiative was implemented in collaboration with Graphiti Studios, the initiative connects India’s innovation and creative ecosystems, fostering socially relevant innovation through storytelling and practical skilling.Features: The initiative features eight short animated films, created by students from eight universities across India, highlighting the work of eight Indian start-ups identified by the PSA for their contributions to social-impact innovation.Training and Mentorship: A cohort of 26 students from diverse regions, with women representing 50% of participants, gained hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts, while their voiceovers were produced through Voicebox, a Netflix-led skilling initiative in collaboration with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
MIB and PSA Launches ‘Inspiring Innovators’ Skilling Initiative with NetflixIn January 2026, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) in partnership with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India(GoI) and Netflix Fund for Creative Equity , launched the ‘Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan’, a skilling initiative.What? Skilling initiative “Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan” launchedLaunched by: MIBOrganisers: Office of PSA, Netflix Fund for Creative EquityImplemented by:, Graphiti StudiosParticipants: 26 students from diverse regions, 50% women, several from Tier-II citiesStart-ups Featured: 8 Indian social-impact start-upsAbout ‘Inspiring Innovators – Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaan’:Implementor: The initiative was implemented in collaboration with Graphiti Studios, the initiative connects India’s innovation and creative ecosystems, fostering socially relevant innovation through storytelling and practical skilling.Features: The initiative features eight short animated films, created by students from eight universities across India, highlighting the work of eight Indian start-ups identified by the PSA for their contributions to social-impact innovation.Training and Mentorship: A cohort of 26 students from diverse regions, with women representing 50% of participants, gained hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts, while their voiceovers were produced through Voicebox, a Netflix-led skilling initiative in collaboration with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
MIB and PSA Launches ‘Inspiring Innovators’ Skilling Initiative with NetflixIn January 2026, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) in partnership with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India(GoI) and...
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