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Union Budget 2026 Launches Bharat-VISTAAR, AI Platform for Smarter Farming

February 02, 2026

Budget 2026 Unveils Bharat-VISTAAR for Technology-Driven Agriculture

The Union Budget 2026–27 has introduced Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual, artificial intelligence–based agricultural advisory platform designed to improve farm productivity, lower risks and strengthen decision-making at the field level. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Nirmala Sitharaman said the initiative would deepen the use of digital tools in agriculture by integrating farmer data, scientific research and location-specific guidance.

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Union Budget 2026 Announces NIMHANS-2 and Major Push for Mental and Trauma Care

February 02, 2026

Budget 2026 Signals Strong Policy Shift Towards Mental and Emergency Healthcare

The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed mental health and emergency medical services firmly on the national health agenda. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of India’s second national mental health institute and a significant expansion of trauma care infrastructure, aiming to address long-standing gaps in psychiatric services and emergency response systems.

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Adampur Airport Renamed as Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj Ji Airport in Punjab

February 02, 2026

Adampur Airport Renamed in Honour of Guru Ravidas Ji

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that Adampur Airport in Punjab will be renamed after Guru Ravidas, paying tribute to the saint’s timeless message of equality, dignity and selfless service. The announcement was made at a public event in Jalandhar marking Guru Ravidas’ birth anniversary.

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Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Sent for Presidential Assent Over Constitutional Concerns

February 02, 2026

Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Put on Hold Pending Presidential Decision

Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot has reserved the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025 for the consideration of the President of India, effectively halting its implementation for now. The decision follows the passage of the Bill by the Karnataka Legislature during the winter session held in Belagavi in December 2025 and reflects serious constitutional, legal and procedural reservations raised by the Raj Bhavan.

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Union Budget 2026-27 Raises Allocation for Council of Ministers and PMO

February 02, 2026

Budget 2026–27: Higher Outlay for Top Executive Offices

The Union Budget 2026–27 has provided a combined allocation of Rs 1,102 crore for expenditure related to the Council of Ministers, the Prime Minister’s Office, the Cabinet Secretariat, and official hospitality and entertainment. The higher provision compared to the previous year’s revised estimate points to increased administrative, protocol, and coordination-related spending at the highest levels of the Union government.

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