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World Bank Report Flags Global Gaps in Enforcement of Women’s Economic Rights

February 28, 2026

Women, Business and the Law 2026 Highlights Legal Equality Shortfalls

The latest Women, Business and the Law report released by the World Bank Group reveals that legislation aimed at ensuring equal economic opportunities for women remains only partially implemented worldwide. The findings indicate substantial “opportunity gaps” that restrict productivity, labour force participation and long-term economic expansion.

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India to Launch Free Nationwide HPV Vaccination for 14-Year-Old Girls

February 28, 2026

Union Health Ministry Rolls Out Cervical Cancer Prevention Drive

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is preparing to introduce a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme for 14-year-old girls. The vaccine will be voluntary and administered free of cost at government health institutions to ensure universal and equitable access. The initiative aims to reduce the high incidence of cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in India.

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Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela 2026 Highlights Roadmap for ‘Viksit Krishi – Atmanirbhar Bharat’

February 28, 2026

Agriculture Minister Unveils Reform Agenda at ICAR Pusa Campus

Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the three-day Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela at the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute campus in New Delhi, presenting a reform-oriented roadmap for achieving ‘Viksit Krishi – Atmanirbhar Bharat’. The event brought together scientists, progressive farmers and policymakers to strengthen the linkage between agricultural research and on-ground implementation.

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Applications Open for Prime Minister’s Awards for Yoga 2026

February 28, 2026

Ministry of Ayush Invites Nominations to Honour Excellence in Yoga

The Ministry of Ayush has announced the opening of applications for the Prime Minister’s Awards for Yoga 2026. The awards are designed to acknowledge exceptional contribution, innovation and sustained leadership in advancing Yoga at national and international levels. The initiative reinforces India’s commitment to promoting Yoga as an instrument of preventive healthcare and global cultural engagement.

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IAF Conducts ‘Kalari Leap’ Joint Maritime Exercise in Lakshadweep

February 28, 2026

Kalari Leap Strengthens Integrated Island Defence in Arabian Sea

The Southern Air Command (SAC) of the Indian Air Force successfully carried out a high-intensity joint maritime exercise titled ‘Kalari Leap’ across the Lakshadweep and Minicoy archipelago in the Arabian Sea. The drill was designed to validate rapid force projection, joint operational planning and precision engagement in complex island and maritime environments.

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