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India’s Fish Production Doubles in a Decade to 197.75 Lakh Tonnes in FY 2024-25In January 2026, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) reported that India’s fish production more than doubled over the past decade, rising 106% from 95.79 lakh tonnes in Financial Year (FY) 2013-14 (FY14) to 197.75 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25 (FY25), marking historic growth in the fisheries sector.”India, the world’s second-largest fish producer contributing 8% to global output, ranks second in aquaculture, leads in shrimp production and exports, and is the second-largest producer in capture fisheries.Fisheries Sector Performance:Aquaculture Productivity: Average productivity rose to 4.77 tonnes per hectare (tonnes/ha).Seafood Exports: India’s seafood exports reached an all-time high of Rs. 62,408 crore (USD 7,453.73 million) in FY 2024-25, up 3.11% from Rs. 60,523.89 crore (USD 7,381.89 million) in 2023-24, with 16.98 lakh tonnes of seafood exported.Value-added seafood exports rose 56% over the last five years, from Rs. 4,863.40 crore to Rs. 7,589.93 crore, contributing nearly 11% to the export basket.Agriculture GVA Contribution: Fisheries sector contributes 7.43% to Agriculture Gross Value Added (GVA) since 2014-15, one of the highest among Agri & Allied sectors.Employment Generation: 74.66 lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities created since 2014-15.Fisheries Schemes and Achievements (2025–26):Total Investment: Since 2014-15, projects worth Rs 32,723 crore have been approved under various fisheries schemes, with total investments under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PMMKSSY), Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF), and the Blue Revolution reaching Rs 38,572 crore.About Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying (MoFAHD):Union Minister– Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh (Constituency- Munger, Bihar)Ministers of State (MoS)– Professor. S.P. Singh Baghel (Constituency- Agra, Uttar Pradesh, UP); George Kurian (Rajya Sabha – Madhya Pradesh, MP)
India’s Fish Production Doubles in a Decade to 197.75 Lakh Tonnes in FY 2024-25In January 2026, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) reported that India’s fish production more than doubled over the past decade, rising 106% from 95.79 lakh tonnes in Financial Year (FY) 2013-14 (FY14) to 197.75 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25 (FY25), marking historic growth in the fisheries sector.”India, the world’s second-largest fish producer contributing 8% to global output, ranks second in aquaculture, leads in shrimp production and exports, and is the second-largest producer in capture fisheries.Fisheries Sector Performance:Aquaculture Productivity: Average productivity rose to 4.77 tonnes per hectare (tonnes/ha).Seafood Exports: India’s seafood exports reached an all-time high of Rs. 62,408 crore (USD 7,453.73 million) in FY 2024-25, up 3.11% from Rs. 60,523.89 crore (USD 7,381.89 million) in 2023-24, with 16.98 lakh tonnes of seafood exported.Value-added seafood exports rose 56% over the last five years, from Rs. 4,863.40 crore to Rs. 7,589.93 crore, contributing nearly 11% to the export basket.Agriculture GVA Contribution: Fisheries sector contributes 7.43% to Agriculture Gross Value Added (GVA) since 2014-15, one of the highest among Agri & Allied sectors.Employment Generation: 74.66 lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities created since 2014-15.Fisheries Schemes and Achievements (2025–26):Total Investment: Since 2014-15, projects worth Rs 32,723 crore have been approved under various fisheries schemes, with total investments under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PMMKSSY), Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF), and the Blue Revolution reaching Rs 38,572 crore.About Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying (MoFAHD):Union Minister– Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh (Constituency- Munger, Bihar)Ministers of State (MoS)– Professor. S.P. Singh Baghel (Constituency- Agra, Uttar Pradesh, UP); George Kurian (Rajya Sabha – Madhya Pradesh, MP)
India’s Fish Production Doubles in a Decade to 197.75 Lakh Tonnes in FY 2024-25In January 2026, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) reported that India’s fish production more than doubled over the past decade, rising 106...
GOI Notifies National Sports Governance Rules 2026On 12 January 2026, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Government of India (GOI) notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, a legal framework aimed at overhauling the sports governance in India.These rules establish mandatory frameworks for NSBs and Regional Sports Federations, focusing on athlete inclusion, transparent elections, and ethical governance aligned with Olympic Charter standards.About National Sports Governance Rules 2026:Representation of Athletes: At least 4 Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) must be included in the General Body of NSBs. At least 50% of these SOMs must be women and at least 4 women must be represented in the Executive Committee. NSBs can reserve specific posts for them in their byelaws.Eligibility of SOMs: The minimum age of SOMs is 25 years, retire from active sports, and must not have completed selection-level events for at least one year before applying.Tiered System: It consists of 10 levels based on sporting achievements, ranging from Olympic and Paralympic medalists to medalists at the National Games and National Championships, and is designed to cover all types of sports.About the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency – Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency – Raver, Maharashtra)
GOI Notifies National Sports Governance Rules 2026On 12 January 2026, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Government of India (GOI) notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, a legal framework aimed at overhauling the sports governance in India.These rules establish mandatory frameworks for NSBs and Regional Sports Federations, focusing on athlete inclusion, transparent elections, and ethical governance aligned with Olympic Charter standards.About National Sports Governance Rules 2026:Representation of Athletes: At least 4 Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) must be included in the General Body of NSBs. At least 50% of these SOMs must be women and at least 4 women must be represented in the Executive Committee. NSBs can reserve specific posts for them in their byelaws.Eligibility of SOMs: The minimum age of SOMs is 25 years, retire from active sports, and must not have completed selection-level events for at least one year before applying.Tiered System: It consists of 10 levels based on sporting achievements, ranging from Olympic and Paralympic medalists to medalists at the National Games and National Championships, and is designed to cover all types of sports.About the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency – Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency – Raver, Maharashtra)
GOI Notifies National Sports Governance Rules 2026On 12 January 2026, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Government of India (GOI) notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026 under the National Spo...
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Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi was on a 3-day official visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026, to participate in key cultural, developmental and diplomatic programmes.Highlights of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Gujarat:Somnath Swabhiman Parv: It was observed from January 8 to 11, 2026, marking 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the temple in 1026 Common Era (CE) by Mahmud of Ghazni and coincides with the 75th anniversary of its post-independence reconstruction.On January 10, 2026, PM Narendra Modi reached Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Veraval in Gujarat to participate in devotional Omkar mantra chanting during the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations.Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference: On January 11, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region, held from 11-12 January 2026, at the Marwadi University in Rajkot (Gujarat) for the Kutch and Saurashtra regions, aimed at boosting investment, industrial growth, and regional development in western Gujarat.Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar Metro Phase 2 Inauguration: On January 11, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the final stretch of Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar Metro Rail Project by flagging off metro services from the Mahatma Mandir Metro Station in Gandhinagar.International Kite Festival:On 12 January 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Kite Festival (IKF) 2026, as part of the official celebration of Uttarayan, at the Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad, with German Chancellor Mr. Friedrich Merz attending as the Chief Guest.
Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi was on a 3-day official visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026, to participate in key cultural, developmental and diplomatic programmes.Highlights of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Gujarat:Somnath Swabhiman Parv: It was observed from January 8 to 11, 2026, marking 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the temple in 1026 Common Era (CE) by Mahmud of Ghazni and coincides with the 75th anniversary of its post-independence reconstruction.On January 10, 2026, PM Narendra Modi reached Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Veraval in Gujarat to participate in devotional Omkar mantra chanting during the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations.Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference: On January 11, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region, held from 11-12 January 2026, at the Marwadi University in Rajkot (Gujarat) for the Kutch and Saurashtra regions, aimed at boosting investment, industrial growth, and regional development in western Gujarat.Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar Metro Phase 2 Inauguration: On January 11, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the final stretch of Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar Metro Rail Project by flagging off metro services from the Mahatma Mandir Metro Station in Gandhinagar.International Kite Festival:On 12 January 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Kite Festival (IKF) 2026, as part of the official celebration of Uttarayan, at the Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad, with German Chancellor Mr. Friedrich Merz attending as the Chief Guest.
Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi was on a 3-day official visit to Gujarat from January 10 to 12, 2026, to participate in key cultural, developmental and diplomatic programmes...
Justice Revati Mohite-Dere Sworn in as First Woman CJ of Meghalaya HCIn January 2026, Justice Revati Mohite-Dere, a judge of the Bombay High Court(HC), was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice(CJ) of Meghalaya HC with oath of office administered by Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar, Governor of Meghalaya, at the Durbar Hall of Lok Bhavan in Shillong, Meghalaya.
Justice Revati Mohite-Dere Sworn in as First Woman CJ of Meghalaya HCIn January 2026, Justice Revati Mohite-Dere, a judge of the Bombay High Court(HC), was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice(CJ) of Meghalaya HC with oath of office administered by Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar, Governor of Meghalaya, at the Durbar Hall of Lok Bhavan in Shillong, Meghalaya.
Justice Revati Mohite-Dere Sworn in as First Woman CJ of Meghalaya HCIn January 2026, Justice Revati Mohite-Dere, a judge of the Bombay High Court(HC), was sworn in as the first woman Chief Justice(CJ) of Meghalaya HC with oath of office administered...
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AP Cabinet Approved Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport Project at NelloreIn January 2026, the cabinet of Andhra Pradesh (AP) government approved the Dagadarthi greenfield airport project in Nellore district, giving a major boost to the state’s aviation and industrial infrastructure.Following this approval, Dagadarthi will become the 8th airport of AP, reflecting the state’s commitment to create a future-ready, multi-modal logistics and industrial network.What? AP Cabinet approved Dagadarthi Greenfield AirportWhere? Nellore district (AP)Dagadarthi Airport: 8th Airport of APStrategic Important Location: Two major ports (Krishnapatnam and Ramayapatnam); and two industrial clusters (KRIS City and IFFCO SEZ)Phase-I: Handle 1.4 million passenger annuallyFuture Capacity: 15 million passengers annuallyAbout Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport:Location: This newly approved airport is located strategically, offering seamless connectivity to key National Highway (NH) corridors, two major ports such as Krishnapatnam and Ramayapatnam, and prominent industrial clusters i.e. Krishnapatnam Industrial Area (KRIS) City and Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative(IFFCO) Kisan Special Economic Zone Special Economic Zone(IKSEZ) in AP.Development in Phased Manner: The airport, planned in several phases, will be developed over an area of 1,332.80 acres of land.Phase-I is designed to manage 1.4 million passengers annually, with capacity scalable to 15 million passengers annually in future.The master plan features a provision for a future cargo facility to support industrial output and port-led trade in the region.Key Progress: So far, the proposed project has received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and the Request for Proposal (RFP) has been issued to invite private participation for development, operation, and maintenance under long-term concession framework.
AP Cabinet Approved Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport Project at NelloreIn January 2026, the cabinet of Andhra Pradesh (AP) government approved the Dagadarthi greenfield airport project in Nellore district, giving a major boost to the state’s aviation and industrial infrastructure.Following this approval, Dagadarthi will become the 8th airport of AP, reflecting the state’s commitment to create a future-ready, multi-modal logistics and industrial network.What? AP Cabinet approved Dagadarthi Greenfield AirportWhere? Nellore district (AP)Dagadarthi Airport: 8th Airport of APStrategic Important Location: Two major ports (Krishnapatnam and Ramayapatnam); and two industrial clusters (KRIS City and IFFCO SEZ)Phase-I: Handle 1.4 million passenger annuallyFuture Capacity: 15 million passengers annuallyAbout Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport:Location: This newly approved airport is located strategically, offering seamless connectivity to key National Highway (NH) corridors, two major ports such as Krishnapatnam and Ramayapatnam, and prominent industrial clusters i.e. Krishnapatnam Industrial Area (KRIS) City and Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative(IFFCO) Kisan Special Economic Zone Special Economic Zone(IKSEZ) in AP.Development in Phased Manner: The airport, planned in several phases, will be developed over an area of 1,332.80 acres of land.Phase-I is designed to manage 1.4 million passengers annually, with capacity scalable to 15 million passengers annually in future.The master plan features a provision for a future cargo facility to support industrial output and port-led trade in the region.Key Progress: So far, the proposed project has received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and the Request for Proposal (RFP) has been issued to invite private participation for development, operation, and maintenance under long-term concession framework.
AP Cabinet Approved Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport Project at NelloreIn January 2026, the cabinet of Andhra Pradesh (AP) government approved the Dagadarthi greenfield airport project in Nellore district, giving a major boost to the state’s aviation an...
National Youth Day 2026 – January 12National Youth Day, also known as Rashtriya Yuva Divas and Vivekananda Jayanti, is observed across India on 12th January to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a renowned Hindu spiritual leader, philosopher, and social reformer who played a significant role in shaping modern Indian thought.12 January 2026 marks the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.Background:Declaration: In 1984, the Government of India (GoI) declared 12 January, the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, as National Youth Day.First Observance: National Youth Day was first celebrated across India on 12 January 1985 2nd Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD 2026):Event: The Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) organised the 2nd edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD 2026) from 9 to 12 January 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi, a reimagined national platform National Youth Festival, with the final day coinciding with National Youth Day.Leadership: Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi interacted with the participants and reviewed ten high-impact thematic presentations by young leaders.Themes: The dialogue focused on ten national priority themes such as Fit Bharat, Start-up India, Youth in Democracy, Women-Led Development, Cultural Diplomacy, Innovation with Tradition, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Sustainable Agriculture, Green Viksit Bharat, and a Future-Ready Workforce.Empowerment: VBYLD 2026 empowers youth to actively shape India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat@2047 by providing a national platform for their ideas.Interaction: Union Minister of State (MoS) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T) hosted an informal dinner with youth from Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh ahead of their participation in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi.About Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency-Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency- Raver, Maharashtra)
National Youth Day 2026 – January 12National Youth Day, also known as Rashtriya Yuva Divas and Vivekananda Jayanti, is observed across India on 12th January to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a renowned Hindu spiritual leader, philosopher, and social reformer who played a significant role in shaping modern Indian thought.12 January 2026 marks the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.Background:Declaration: In 1984, the Government of India (GoI) declared 12 January, the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, as National Youth Day.First Observance: National Youth Day was first celebrated across India on 12 January 1985 2nd Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD 2026):Event: The Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) organised the 2nd edition of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD 2026) from 9 to 12 January 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi, a reimagined national platform National Youth Festival, with the final day coinciding with National Youth Day.Leadership: Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi interacted with the participants and reviewed ten high-impact thematic presentations by young leaders.Themes: The dialogue focused on ten national priority themes such as Fit Bharat, Start-up India, Youth in Democracy, Women-Led Development, Cultural Diplomacy, Innovation with Tradition, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Sustainable Agriculture, Green Viksit Bharat, and a Future-Ready Workforce.Empowerment: VBYLD 2026 empowers youth to actively shape India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat@2047 by providing a national platform for their ideas.Interaction: Union Minister of State (MoS) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T) hosted an informal dinner with youth from Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh ahead of their participation in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi.About Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency-Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency- Raver, Maharashtra)
National Youth Day 2026 – January 12National Youth Day, also known as Rashtriya Yuva Divas and Vivekananda Jayanti, is observed across India on 12th January to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a renowned Hindu spiritual leader,...
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National Road Safety Week 2026 – January 11-17National Road Safety Week is observed annually across India from January 11-17 to raise awareness about road safety by emphasizing responsible driving, pedestrian protection, and the importance of improved road infrastructure.2026 marks the observance of the 37th National Road Safety WeekBackground:Inception: The first National Road Safety Week was introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in 1989.Expansion: The observance was extended to a month-long campaign in 2021.Support: The annual observance is led by the MoRTH with support from the National Safety Council of India (NSC) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoL&E) to promote road safety awareness nationwide.National Road Safety Month (NRSM) 2026:Origin: The NRSM, introduced by MoRTH, was first observed in 2021.2026 Observance: In 2026, NRSM is being observed from January 1 to 31, 2026 with the theme “Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha(Road Safety, Life Safety)” to promote awareness among citizens and stakeholders.
National Road Safety Week 2026 – January 11-17National Road Safety Week is observed annually across India from January 11-17 to raise awareness about road safety by emphasizing responsible driving, pedestrian protection, and the importance of improved road infrastructure.2026 marks the observance of the 37th National Road Safety WeekBackground:Inception: The first National Road Safety Week was introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in 1989.Expansion: The observance was extended to a month-long campaign in 2021.Support: The annual observance is led by the MoRTH with support from the National Safety Council of India (NSC) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoL&E) to promote road safety awareness nationwide.National Road Safety Month (NRSM) 2026:Origin: The NRSM, introduced by MoRTH, was first observed in 2021.2026 Observance: In 2026, NRSM is being observed from January 1 to 31, 2026 with the theme “Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha(Road Safety, Life Safety)” to promote awareness among citizens and stakeholders.
National Road Safety Week 2026 – January 11-17National Road Safety Week is observed annually across India from January 11-17 to raise awareness about road safety by emphasizing responsible driving, pedestrian protection, and the importance of improve...
Former Indian Hockey Player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha Passed AwayIn January 2026, former Indian hockey player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha passed away at the age of 73 in Jalandhar, Punjab. He was born on December 7, 1952 in Amritsar, Punjab.In 2021,he was honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand Award, India’s highest lifetime achievement award in sports, by the Government of India (GoI), in recognition of his exceptional contributions in hockey.What? Former Indian Hockey Player and Olympian Passed AwayWho? Davinder Singh GarchaOlympic Medal: Gold Medal (1980 Moscow Olympic Games)Honor: Major Dhyan Chand Award (2021)Key Roles: President of Olympian Surjit Hockey Society and Mohinder Singh Munshi Hockey Tournament.About Davinder Singh Garcha:International Hockey Career: Overall, he played over 30 international matches and scored 19 goals in 3 major tournaments.Olympic Gold-Medal: He was a member of the Indian Hockey team that clinched the gold medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics in Moscow, Russia.During the tournament, he scored 8 goals across 6 matches and played a major role in India’s record 8th Olympic Gold medal, defeating Spain by 4-3 in the final match.Police Career: Davinder Singh, former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has served as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Punjab Police.Post-Playing Career: After retirement from hockey, he worked actively in promoting hockey and served as the President of Olympian Surjit Hockey Society, which organises hockey tournaments annually.He was also the President of Mohinder Singh Munshi Hockey Tournament, All India-Under-19 (U-19) tournament held in the memory of former Olympian Mohinder Singh Munshi, a member of 1975 World Cup -winning team.
Former Indian Hockey Player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha Passed AwayIn January 2026, former Indian hockey player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha passed away at the age of 73 in Jalandhar, Punjab. He was born on December 7, 1952 in Amritsar, Punjab.In 2021,he was honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand Award, India’s highest lifetime achievement award in sports, by the Government of India (GoI), in recognition of his exceptional contributions in hockey.What? Former Indian Hockey Player and Olympian Passed AwayWho? Davinder Singh GarchaOlympic Medal: Gold Medal (1980 Moscow Olympic Games)Honor: Major Dhyan Chand Award (2021)Key Roles: President of Olympian Surjit Hockey Society and Mohinder Singh Munshi Hockey Tournament.About Davinder Singh Garcha:International Hockey Career: Overall, he played over 30 international matches and scored 19 goals in 3 major tournaments.Olympic Gold-Medal: He was a member of the Indian Hockey team that clinched the gold medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics in Moscow, Russia.During the tournament, he scored 8 goals across 6 matches and played a major role in India’s record 8th Olympic Gold medal, defeating Spain by 4-3 in the final match.Police Career: Davinder Singh, former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has served as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Punjab Police.Post-Playing Career: After retirement from hockey, he worked actively in promoting hockey and served as the President of Olympian Surjit Hockey Society, which organises hockey tournaments annually.He was also the President of Mohinder Singh Munshi Hockey Tournament, All India-Under-19 (U-19) tournament held in the memory of former Olympian Mohinder Singh Munshi, a member of 1975 World Cup -winning team.
Former Indian Hockey Player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha Passed AwayIn January 2026, former Indian hockey player and Olympian Davinder Singh Garcha passed away at the age of 73 in Jalandhar, Punjab. He was born on December 7, 1952 in Amritsar, ...
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Overview of Khelo India Beach Games 2026 held at in Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar HaveliIn January 2026, Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, the second edition of India’s national multi-sport beach competition, held at Ghoghla Beach in Diu, Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu(DNHDD).The KIBG 2026, held from January 5-10, 2026, organised by the UT of DNHDD under the technical supervision of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and various national sports federations.About Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026:Sports: Featured six medal events, including Beach Volleyball, Beach Soccer, Sepak Takraw, Beach Kabaddi, Pencak Silat, and Open Water Swimming, alongside demonstration events such as Mallakhamb and Tug-of-War.Participants: Over 1,100 athletes from 30 states and UTs competed in the event.Mascot: Diu is adorned in a festive spirit for KIBG 2026, with the mascot ‘Pearl’, a cheerful and energetic dolphin, welcoming athletes, support staff, volunteers, and all stakeholders of the Games.Overall Standings: Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the KIBG 2026, securing a total of 11 medals, including 3 gold, 2 silver, and 6 bronze.Tamil Nadu (TN) finished in second place with 8 medals (3 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze), while Manipur claimed the third spot with 7 medals (3 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze).About Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency-Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency- Raver, Maharashtra)
Overview of Khelo India Beach Games 2026 held at in Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar HaveliIn January 2026, Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, the second edition of India’s national multi-sport beach competition, held at Ghoghla Beach in Diu, Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu(DNHDD).The KIBG 2026, held from January 5-10, 2026, organised by the UT of DNHDD under the technical supervision of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and various national sports federations.About Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026:Sports: Featured six medal events, including Beach Volleyball, Beach Soccer, Sepak Takraw, Beach Kabaddi, Pencak Silat, and Open Water Swimming, alongside demonstration events such as Mallakhamb and Tug-of-War.Participants: Over 1,100 athletes from 30 states and UTs competed in the event.Mascot: Diu is adorned in a festive spirit for KIBG 2026, with the mascot ‘Pearl’, a cheerful and energetic dolphin, welcoming athletes, support staff, volunteers, and all stakeholders of the Games.Overall Standings: Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the KIBG 2026, securing a total of 11 medals, including 3 gold, 2 silver, and 6 bronze.Tamil Nadu (TN) finished in second place with 8 medals (3 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze), while Manipur claimed the third spot with 7 medals (3 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze).About Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS):Union Minister – Mansukh Mandaviya (Constituency-Porbandar, Gujarat)Minister of State (MoS) – Raksha Khadse (Constituency- Raver, Maharashtra)
Overview of Khelo India Beach Games 2026 held at in Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar HaveliIn January 2026, Karnataka emerged as the overall champions of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, the second edition of India’s national multi-sport beach comp...
DRDO Successfully Conducts Flight Test of Third-Generation MPATGM in Ahilya Nagar, MaharashtraOn January 12, 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), successfully conducted the flight test of the Third-Generation Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top‑attack capability against a moving target at the KK Ranges in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra.Key Details of Test:Conducted By: The test was conducted by the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) of DRDO, Hyderabad, Telangana.Launch Platform: It was launched from a tripod or a military vehicle‑mounted launcher.Test Objective: Validated flight performance, accuracy, and effectiveness against moving and static armored targets.About Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM):Overview: MPATGM is a lightweight, sophisticated anti-armour missile.It is a third generation, fire-and-forget anti-tank weapon developed with an aim to enable infantry to destroy armored threats.Production Partners: Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) served as the Development‑Cum‑Production Partners (DcPP) for the system.Key Features: MPATGM is about 1.3 metres (m) long with a diameter of around 120 millimeters (mm). The missile weighs approximately 14.5 kilogram (kg) and the Command Launch Unit (CLU) weighs about 14.25 kg, making the system portable and powerful.
DRDO Successfully Conducts Flight Test of Third-Generation MPATGM in Ahilya Nagar, MaharashtraOn January 12, 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), successfully conducted the flight test of the Third-Generation Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top‑attack capability against a moving target at the KK Ranges in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra.Key Details of Test:Conducted By: The test was conducted by the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) of DRDO, Hyderabad, Telangana.Launch Platform: It was launched from a tripod or a military vehicle‑mounted launcher.Test Objective: Validated flight performance, accuracy, and effectiveness against moving and static armored targets.About Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM):Overview: MPATGM is a lightweight, sophisticated anti-armour missile.It is a third generation, fire-and-forget anti-tank weapon developed with an aim to enable infantry to destroy armored threats.Production Partners: Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) served as the Development‑Cum‑Production Partners (DcPP) for the system.Key Features: MPATGM is about 1.3 metres (m) long with a diameter of around 120 millimeters (mm). The missile weighs approximately 14.5 kilogram (kg) and the Command Launch Unit (CLU) weighs about 14.25 kg, making the system portable and powerful.
DRDO Successfully Conducts Flight Test of Third-Generation MPATGM in Ahilya Nagar, MaharashtraOn January 12, 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), successfully conducted the flight test o...
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