Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs will organize the National Conference of DMs on PM JANMAN at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today. Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram and Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Durgadas Uikey also attend the conference. The focus of the conference will be on six core areas under the Abhiyan, including Rural Development (Awas and Roads), Hostels (schools), Drinking Water, Operationalization of Anganwadis, and the operationalization of Multi-Purpose Centers.

The conference aims to share best practices and facilitate progress in districts that have significant potential for improvement. It will also work to ensure the objectives of the Mission are expedited, ensuring that the intended benefits reach the last mile, in line with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has informed that a total of 88 districts from 18 states will engage in discussions and share insights, drawing out an action plan for the implementation of PM JANMAN. Through this conference, the Ministry aims to bridge the gap between policy and grassroots, significantly expediting the implementation of PM JANMAN, and ensuring its benefits reach every corner of the participating states.

India’s securities market regulator is considering steps to formalize trading in initial public offerings where bidding has closed, but the shares are yet to be listed.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India may allow investors who get allotment, to trade the entitlement of those shares prior to the listing, according to Madhabi Puri Buch, chairperson.

Through this mechanism, SEBI wants to curb the “black market”, where such shares are traded unofficially ahead of their official debut, Buch told reporters in Mumbai.

While such a facility may help reduce unregulated trading in IPO shares for a certain period, it does not impact the unofficial market that comes alive as soon as a company files for going public.

India will celebrate Parakram Diwas 2025 to honour the legacy of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on the occasion of his 128th birth anniversary on Thursday. In commemoration of this celebration, a three-day event will be organised by the Ministry of Culture at Cuttack, Odisha, the birthplace of Netaji and the city that shaped his early sensibilities. The event will be inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi.

On the occasion, several dignitaries will pay homage to Netaji and hoist the national flag at the house where Netaji was born, which has now been converted to a museum dedicated to him.

Subsequently, the Parakram Diwas celebration at Barabati Fort will begin with a video message by the Prime Minister and will feature a book, photo, and archival exhibition focused on Netaji’s life, showcasing rare photographs, letters, and documents from his remarkable journey.

The 7th India-France Maritime Cooperation Dialogue held in New Delhi focused on discussions on enhancing cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region and reaffirmed both countries shared vision for maritime security.

The dialogue held on January 14 co-chaired by Pavan Kapoor, Deputy National Security Advisor, National Security Council Secretariat, India, and Alice Rufo, Director General for International Relations and Strategy, Ministry for the Armed Forces, France, according to an official release from Ministry of External Affairs.

According to the release, both countries discussed enhancing their cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region and reaffirmed their shared vision for maritime security, a key element of the India-France Strategic Partnership.

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, delivered the keynote address at the Special Ministerial Session of the 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Circularity, organized by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), in New Delhi today. Themed ‘Nature Positive Recycling’, the conference brought together key stakeholders from the automotive industry to discuss sustainable development and circularity.

In his opening remarks, Shri Yadav commended SIAM for initiating discussions on circularity amidst the rapid growth of India’s automotive sector, now the third-largest market globally in passenger vehicle sales. He emphasized the importance of aligning this growth with environmental sustainability, drawing inspiration from nature's efficient recycling systems. Emphasizing on ‘Nature Positive Recycling’, the Minister stated that “Nobody recycles like Nature”. He further noted, “We can ever match the scale of production when it comes to Nature and yet there is zero waste. As we take pride in our manufacturing abilities, let us also take a humbling lesson from Mother Nature in managing waste”. The Minister called upon the august gathering to make Nature their ideal when recycling strategies are planned.

Millions of TikTok users in the United States are no longer able to watch videos on the social media platform as a federal ban on the popular app takes effect. The newly enacted US law prohibiting the use of the platform came into effect today, a day before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. The ban followed months of legal battles and heightened scrutiny over TikTok’s Chinese ownership. In an interview with a News network, Trump has said he was thinking about giving TikTok a 90-day extension that would allow them to continue operating. TikTok CEO Shou Chew is expected to attend Trump’s inauguration.

India and Sri Lanka have finalised the price per unit for energy from the Sampur solar power plant to further strengthen energy cooperation between the two countries.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake informed in a public meeting yesterday that the price of 5.97 US cents per kilowatt-hour was finalised in the joint venture between National Thermal Power Corporation and Ceylon Electricity Board recently.

The 135 mega-watt project is part of India’s contribution to bilateral energy cooperation, highlighting its role as a global leader in renewable energy and a key partner in advancing Sri Lanka’s transition to sustainable energy solutions.

India is now the seventh-largest coffee producer globally, with exports reaching 1.29 billion dollars in the last financial year. The Commerce and Industry Ministry said in a release that this is nearly double the 719 million dollars worth of exports in 2020-21. The Ministry also highlighted that in the first half of this month, India exported over 9,300 tonnes of coffee, with top buyers including Italy, Belgium, and Russia. It added that while India primarily exports unroasted coffee beans, there is a growing demand for value-added products like roasted and instant coffee, further fueling the export boom. Meanwhile, Karnataka leads in coffee production, contributing 248,000 metric tonnes in 2022-23, followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Talking about domestic consumption, the Ministry said that it has increased from 84,000 tonnes in 2012 to 91,000 tonnes in 2023. This is attributed to the rise of café culture, higher disposable incomes, and a growing preference for coffee over tea in India.

The 1st Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) celebrated its 20th Raising Day on Sunday and commemorated two decades of dedicated service to the nation, as per a press release.

Established in 2006, the 1st Battalion plays a crucial role in disaster response across the northeastern states of Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya and Mizoram.

Over the past two decades, the NDRF has consistently demonstrated its unwavering commitment to saving lives and mitigating the impact of disasters, a statement from the release stated.

The Department of Posts has organized a three-day event to mark the celebration of 75 Years of the adoption of the constitution of India in New Delhi. The event is taking place at the National Philatelic Museum and offers a variety of fun and engaging activities for visitors of all ages. It aims to engage citizens in reflecting on the values enshrined in the Constitution while fostering a sense of unity and national pride. During the celebration, an exhibition, quiz, stamp safari and letter-writing competition will be organised.

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia visited the museum of philately today. Talking to reporters, Mr Scindia said that the Indian Constitution is our guiding light to take the country on the path of progress and prosperity. He said, the students were brought to this museum to give them awareness about the Constitution, philately, and India Post.