India Reaffirms Linguistic Diversity at Third International Conference on Indian Languages

India reaffirmed its deep civilisational commitment to linguistic diversity with the inauguration of the Third International Conference on Indian Languages in New Delhi. The event was inaugurated by C. P. Radhakrishnan, who emphasised that Indian languages are not merely tools of communication but living carriers of history, democracy, and collective wisdom. Scholars, linguists, policymakers, and international delegates gathered to reflect on preservation, research, and global cooperation related to India’s vast linguistic heritage.

India is expected to maintain strong economic momentum in 2025–26, with growth projected at 7.2 per cent, even as higher tariffs imposed by the United States create external headwinds. According to a new United Nations assessment, robust domestic consumption and sustained public investment are likely to cushion the impact of trade-related pressures and keep the economy on a stable growth path.

Uttarakhand Tops ICJS 2.0 Rankings, Sets Benchmark in Digital Policing Reform

Uttarakhand has emerged as a national frontrunner in digital policing and criminal justice reform, with the state police securing the top rank in the ICJS 2.0 national rankings. Adding to this achievement, the Uttarakhand State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has also received national recognition for its dedicated service during Prayagraj Mahakumbh-2025, highlighting the state’s growing reputation for efficiency, coordination, and public service excellence.

Kalpetta Becomes India’s First End-to-End Digital District Judiciary with AI Tools

India has taken a landmark step in judicial reform with the virtual inauguration of the country’s first fully paperless district judiciary at Kalpetta in Wayanad district, Kerala. The initiative, inaugurated by Surya Kant, marks a decisive shift toward technology-driven, citizen-centric justice delivery and sets a precedent for courts across the country.

Anamalai Tiger Reserve Adopts Digital MSTrIPES App for Upcoming National Wildlife Census

In a significant technological upgrade for wildlife conservation, forest personnel at Tamil Nadu’s Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) will utilise the advanced Monitoring System for Tigers: Intensive Protection and Ecological Status (MSTrIPES) application during the imminent tiger and wildlife census. This digital shift is part of the broader All India Tiger Estimation Survey 2026 and is expected to markedly enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and integration of ecological data collected.