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Government Approves Higher Commission Rates for Wheat and Paddy Procurement from RMS 2026-27

The Government of India has approved a revision in commission rates for agents, arhatiyas, and cooperative societies involved in the procurement of wheat and paddy on behalf of the government. The revised rates will come into effect from the Rabi Marketing Season (RMS) 2026-27. The move aims to streamline procurement operations and support intermediaries engaged...

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Centre Launches Gyan Bharatam Mission to Preserve and Digitise India’s Manuscripts

The Government of India has launched the Gyan Bharatam Mission under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India to survey, document, preserve and digitise manuscripts available across the country. The initiative aims to make India’s rich manuscript heritage accessible to the public by collecting and conserving manuscripts from educational institutions, museums, libraries and private collections....

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India Post to Launch ‘24 Speed Post’ Service from March 17 with Next-Day Delivery Guarantee

The India Post will launch a new ‘24 Speed Post’ service starting March 17, 2026, aimed at providing faster and time-bound delivery of parcels and documents. The service will guarantee next-day delivery for consignments sent through this facility. Service Launch Event in New Delhi The new service will be formally launched by Union Minister for...