India’s digital connectivity drive has brought internet access to 850 million users, according to a government progress update released on Thursday.
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India Commences Multilateral Military Exercise PRAGATI 2026 With 12 Nations at Meghalaya Station
The India Army’s PRAGATI 2026 multinational exercise focused on counter-terrorism and jungle warfare has commenced at Umroi in Meghalaya.
India’s UDF Coalition Returns to Power in Kerala After Decade in Opposition
The United Democratic Front has returned to lead the Kerala government after a 10-year stint in the opposition following the LDF’s third-term bid.
BJP Denies Mamata Banerjee Third Term as West Bengal Chief Minister After State Poll Results
The BJP has won the West Bengal state assembly elections, ending the Trinamool Congress government after multiple terms under Mamata Banerjee.
Assam Government Sworn In After BJP-Led Alliance Wins State Assembly Elections
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance has formed the government in Assam after winning the 2026 state assembly elections.
Suvendu Adhikari Now West Bengal Chief Minister After BJP Victory in State Elections
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal’s new Chief Minister after his party’s historic election victory.
CBI Arrests Sixth Accused in Murder of Adhikari Aide Chandranath Rath From UP’s Ballia District
The CBI arrested Navin Kumar Singh of Ballia UP as the sixth person charged in the murder of West Bengal CM’s personal assistant.
India’s Caste Census Will Be First Comprehensive Nationwide Enumeration Since 1931
The Cabinet has approved a full caste enumeration to be carried out during the next census cycle marking the first such exercise in post-independence India.
CJI Surya Kant Defends Caste Census Saying Government Must Know How Many People Are Backward
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has publicly endorsed the caste census, arguing the government needs accurate data to administer welfare schemes.
Tamil Nadu New Government Unveils ₹3000 Crore Climate Budget and Vetri Solar Mission
The newly elected Tamil Nadu government has announced ambitious climate commitments including a dedicated climate budget and a solar energy mission.