India has put forward reforms to the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme to tighten regulation of the global diamond trade. The scheme governs trade in rough diamonds to keep conflict diamonds out of the market, and only member nations may trade certified rough diamonds among themselves.
The Centre amended the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, with effect from 20 February 2026. The rules define Synthetically Generated Information (SGI) as AI-made or AI-modified audio, video or audio-visual material that looks real. Such content must carry visible labels or watermarks, and unlawful content must be taken down within 3 hours.
Delhi announced the Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, starting 1 April 2026, to curb school dropouts among girls caused by financial strain. A total of ₹56,000 will be deposited in stages (at birth, Class 1, 6, 9, 10, 12 and after graduation or diploma) into an Aadhaar-linked account in the girl's name, growing to about ₹1 lakh with interest.
The Tirunelveli district police started a YouTube channel called 'Tirunelveli District Police News' to make policing more transparent, the first initiative of its kind in Tamil Nadu. The channel will also carry special posts aimed at students, covering the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and personal safety issues, using social media to strengthen public outreach and awareness.
Tamil Nadu will draft a State-level Public Sector Innovation Policy along with a State Innovation Index. A team from the Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission (SPC) visited the UNICEF Office of Innovation and the OECD in Paris, and a Letter of Intent was exchanged between the SPC and UNICEF.
At the Conversion Conclave 2026 in Chennai, Chief Minister M. K. Stalin said 73.53% of MoUs signed since mid-2021 have become investment projects. Over five years, 1,179 MoUs worth ₹12.37 lakh crore were signed, with potential for 36.52 lakh jobs; 867 projects are in advanced implementation and 35.11% are already operational.
Overview In February 2026, India co-hosted the 10th ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The tournament saw high-octane clashes across iconic venues like Wankhede, Narendra Modi Stadium, and Chepauk. India demonstrated a strong performance in the group and second group stages, fueled by standout performances from key players and massive home crowd support.
Overview In 2026, the Chief Minister Thayumanavar Scheme of Tamil Nadu continues to function as a flagship welfare initiative focused on ensuring dignity and accessibility for the most vulnerable sections of society. Operating under the inclusive vision “Everything for Everyone,” the scheme guarantees doorstep delivery of essential Public Distribution System (PDS) commodities.
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