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July 23, 2026 2:34 PM

FCRA at 50: How India’s foreign funding law has evolved to focus on transparency and accountability

As cross-border financial flows have expanded with globalisation, India has steadily strengthened its legal framework governing foreign contributions through the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). According to the Ministry of Home Affairs ...

July 23, 2026 1:28 PM

Indian Railways approves Rs 440-crore South Eastern Railway project to ease congestion

Indian Railways has approved the construction of a 14.52-km third railway line between Nimpura West Outer Cabin and Midnapur on the South Eastern Railway at an estimated cost of ₹440 crore, a move aimed at boosting capacity on one of the country's ...

July 23, 2026 12:28 PM

RailOne crosses 4.55 crore downloads as Indian Railways tightens cyber security and anti-fraud measures

The RailOne mobile application has emerged as the primary digital platform for railway passengers, crossing 4.55 crore downloads since its launch while Indian Railways has simultaneously intensified cyber security and anti-fraud measures to protect i...

July 23, 2026 12:06 PM

Monsoon intensifies in Rajasthan; IMD issues heavy rain alert for next four days

The southwest monsoon has intensified across Rajasthan, with the monsoon trough passing through Bikaner, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to forecast widespread rainfall across the state over the next four days and issue heavy to v...

July 23, 2026 12:11 PM

Explained: How the FCRA regulates foreign funding and what the 2026 amendments mean

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a comprehensive clarification on the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), presenting the legislation as a framework designed to balance legitimate foreign-funded developmental work with safeguard...

July 23, 2026 11:32 AM

Rain forecast across TN; Western Ghats likely to receive moderate showers till July 28

A weak low-pressure circulation over the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu in the lower levels of the atmosphere is expected to influence weather conditions across the state over the next few days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting...

July 23, 2026 11:08 AM

PM Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases, warns offenders of strict action

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Centre will establish fast-track courts to ensure the swift trial and stringent punishment of those involved in leaking examination papers. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said protecting...

July 23, 2026 11:06 AM

EAM Jaishankar calls for zero tolerance against terrorism at 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting in Manila

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Thursday called for zero tolerance against terrorism, stronger maritime security and deeper regional cooperation on disaster resilience, cyber security and emerging technologies while addressing the 33rd...

July 23, 2026 10:58 AM

Government unveils roadmap to achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047, pushes indigenous small modular reactors

The Centre has outlined an ambitious roadmap to expand India's nuclear power generation capacity to 100 GW by 2047, with a strong focus on indigenous Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), greater private sector participation and enhanced nuclear safety unde...

July 23, 2026 10:58 AM

Nagpur transforms Bhandewadi dumpsite into modern waste processing hub under Swachh Bharat Mission

Nagpur has emerged as a model for scientific urban waste management after transforming the Bhandewadi legacy dumpsite into a modern integrated waste processing facility under the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0, the Centre said on Wednesday. T...