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Church bodies in Mizoram staged a rally against proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), alleging the Bill could enable seizure and sale of assets of NGOs/churches and reduce judicial oversight. The Mizoram government and churches are urging referral to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for wider consultation.
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India’s MEA assessed the likely ramifications of a new joint defence agreement among Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia, building on Pakistan–Saudi defence cooperation. The development is relevant for understanding shifting regional security ties in West Asia.
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The Lok Sabha was informed that under the SMILE scheme, 2,824 children identified as engaged in begging have been rescued and rehabilitated, including reunification with families and support via schools/anganwadis. The scheme runs in 216 major cities/towns across 33 States/UTs since 23 Oct 2023, with cases processed as per the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.
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FSSAI has banned plastic packs for pan masala to reduce unsafe packaging and improve compliance with food safety norms. The move connects food regulation with broader environmental concerns around plastic use.
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A study reports that glaciers in Zanskar, Ladakh are moving more slowly than decades ago, indicating climate-driven changes in Himalayan cryosphere dynamics. These glaciers act as critical freshwater reservoirs for seasonal meltwater supporting rivers, ecosystems, and livelihoods in an arid region.
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The Union Environment Ministry issued a draft notification for Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESAs) within the Western Ghats, aiming to curb harmful activity and protect biodiversity. Western Ghats states are divided over the delineation, reflecting Centre–state disagreement on implementation.
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An NGO coalition urged the Supreme Court-appointed High-Powered Committee on the Aravallis not to submit its report without visiting mining-affected villages across all districts. The groups also raised concerns about the adequacy of public hearings and consultations.
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PIB updates the target vs status under Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G) for FY 2025–26 and overall allocations. It highlights beneficiary-led construction, design options suited to local climate, and quality measures via Rural Mason Training.
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DDU-GKY under DAY-NRLM has rolled out revised guidelines (DDU-GKY 2.0) from FY 2025-26 with a renewed focus on industry-led training, sustainable employment, and better post-placement support. The scheme prioritises emerging sectors such as EV maintenance, renewable energy, logistics, healthcare, and more.
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The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 amends the MSMED Act, 2006 to ease payment constraints, make dispute resolution more time-bound, and simplify compliance. It aims to strengthen MSME growth, development and competitiveness within an Ease of Doing Business framework.
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