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Met Trustees of IGNCA and discussed various aspects relating to further popularising India’s diverse culture. We also explored ways to bring more people into this journey, strengthen outreach through digital and grassroots initiatives and support artists and scholars in preserving and promoting our rich heritage. @ignca_delhi

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#DailyWrap | 19-03-2026 Let’s take a quick look at today’s highlights.

In last 10 years, India has added 2.09 lakh circuit kilometre lines to its network, expanding India's transmission network by 72% — Union Minister @mlkhattar at the inauguration of Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 #BharatElectricitySummit

The Bharat Pavilion at the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) 2026 reinforces India’s growing presence in the global media and entertainment landscape, serving as a strategic platform for international engagement, business exchange, and industry collaboration. Read more : pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in #WestAsia, Randhir Jaiswal, Official Spokesperson, Ministry of External Affairs, said that yesterday our Prime Minister spoke with the Crown Prince of Kuwait about the evolving situation in West Asia and shared concerns over recent developments. PM reiterated India’s condemnation of attacks on Kuwait’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Both leaders agreed that sustained diplomatic engagement remains essential for regional peace and stability. @MEAIndia

During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in #WestAsia, C. Senthil Rajan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting informed that the government has approved a relief package called 'RELIEF', which stands for 'Resilience and Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation'. It is an intervention under the Export Promotion Mission aimed at supporting exporters amid West Asia logistics disruptions.

During the Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in #WestAsia, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery), Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said that the Government of India has proposed to provide 10% additional commercial LPG to all the state governments that will cooperate in expanding PNG networks. @PetroleumMin

Under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, pensions are now directly credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, ensuring timely and hassle-free access to funds. @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

Nowadays, LPG subsidy is directly credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, ensuring transparency and ease of access for all. @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana has empowered people, giving them identity, rights, and a pathway toward their dreams. @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

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Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana and UPI have enabled customers to pay shopkeepers directly, empowering crores of small businesses and strengthening economic growth. @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

Under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, government funds are delivered directly to beneficiaries, providing essential support to many people, especially in the post-COVID recovery period. #PMJDY @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

PM Jan Dhan Yojana ensures funds are now transferred directly to bank accounts, eliminating middlemen and removing the need for any commission. #PMJDY @FinMinIndia @DFS_India

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The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 begins today, uniting policymakers and industry leaders on one platform to shape India’s power future, under the theme ‘Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.’ #BharatElectricitySummit2026 #BharatElectricitySummit @BharatESummit