India's total internet subscriber base increased by 6.24% quarter-on-quarter, rising from 1,028.61 million in December 2025 to 1,092.79 million in March 2026
Wireless internet continues to drive India's digital growth, with 1,046.26 million wireless internet subscribers recorded in March 2026
India's expanding internet subscriber base is strengthening the foundation for digital services, e-governance, online education, digital payments and technology-led economic growth
India has secured the 13th position globally in the QS World Future Skills Index 2027, reflecting its growing readiness for an AI-driven economy
According to the QS World Future Skills Index 2027, India is the highest-ranked country in South Asia and the top performer among lower-middle-income economies
The QS World Future Skills Index 2027 notes that India's continued economic growth, digital workforce expansion and higher education scale position it strongly for the AI era
CII President R Mukundan has projected that the Indian economy could grow around 7% in FY27
CII has outlined a 16-point reform agenda covering foundational, factor, future-ready and fiscal reforms to support faster economic growth
According to CII, reforms focused on infrastructure, manufacturing, compliance simplification and investment facilitation can further strengthen India's growth trajectory
Madhya Pradesh is leveraging its strengths in wildlife very responsibly to create employment and income for local communities: L. Krishnamoorthy, additional principal chief conservator of forests
Madhya Pradesh has made rapid strides in scientific management of wildlife through translocation of mega species and herbivores: L. Krishnamoorthy
Madhya Pradesh is not just the Tiger State but also Leopard State, Cheetah State, Gharial State and Vulture State, based on the highest number of specimens of each species found in any state
Every file represents the aspirations, concerns and lives of countless citizens: PM Modi to young IAS officers
PM Modi urged young civil servants to place citizens at the centre of every decision and ensure governance remains empathetic, responsive and inclusive
PM Modi said every policy and administrative decision over the coming decades must contribute towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047
Ao folk artist Sangyusang S. Pongener was conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu for his contribution to preserving Ao Naga folk traditions and indigenous cultural heritage
Ao folk artist Sangyusang S. Pongener was honoured under the “unsung heroes” category in the field of Arts
A total of 65 Padma Awards were conferred during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan