Friday, 21 August 2026
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The Ministry of MSME, in collaboration with IIT Madras, organized a seminar on enabling export-ready MSMEs through digital commerce, held on August 18.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 21 Aug 2026 · 7:16 AM IST
The partnerships aim to enhance access to technology, mentorship, market opportunities, and industry networks for DPIIT-recognized startups.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 21 Aug 2026 · 7:16 AM IST
The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has welcomed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, highlighting its potential to enhance raw material security and boost domestic iron ore availability.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 21 Aug 2026 · 7:15 AM IST
The provisional estimate for the Index of Core Industries shows a slight deceleration from June's revised growth rate.
The Mandate News Desk · Data Story · 21 Aug 2026 · 7:15 AM IST
Bangladesh lawmakers are due to elect a new president after Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned earlier this month citing health reasons.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 20 Aug 2026 · 6:32 AM IST · 2 min read
The meeting at Kamarajar Arangam marks Rajiv Gandhi's birth anniversary and is expected to bring together senior Congress leaders and state functionaries.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 20 Aug 2026 · 6:32 AM IST · 2 min read
The Directorate of Collegiate Education has withdrawn a controversial circular that sought coordinated action to prevent students from joining protests organised by Left parties and the CJP.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 20 Aug 2026 · 6:32 AM IST · 2 min read
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to chair the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting near Chennai, bringing southern chief ministers and senior officials together on Centre-state and inter-state issues.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 20 Aug 2026 · 6:32 AM IST · 3 min read
NOT MANDATEA government car for every MLA may be framed as support for public service. But legislators make laws and scrutinise the executive; they do not execute schemes. Should mobility support be universal, or based on verified need?
The Mandate Policy Desk · BEYOND THE MANDATE · 19 Aug 2026 · 10:48 PM IST · 7 min read
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) did not issue any new press releases or official factual statements on the specified date concerning weather forecasts.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 19 Aug 2026 · 2:40 PM IST
The new scheme will incentivise City Gas Distribution companies to activate unbilled domestic PNG connections and extend household gas networks.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 19 Aug 2026 · 9:44 AM IST
Eligible residents living within 20 km of participating toll plazas can now apply for monthly FASTag local passes digitally through the Rajmargyatra app.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 19 Aug 2026 · 9:44 AM IST
The Karnataka district successfully implements the Miyawaki method, showcasing a rapid and impactful environmental initiative to combat degradation and boost local biodiversity.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 18 Aug 2026 · 4:40 PM IST
GovernanceTVK's first 100 days show political command, investment momentum and a willingness to correct mistakes. The harder test is institutional: can Vijay turn a leader-driven administration into a measurable system that works without his constant intervention?
S. Rajesh · Analysis · 18 Aug 2026 · 4:24 PM IST · 13 min read
Weather forecast indicates isolated instances of heavy to very heavy precipitation for eastern and central Indian states next week, raising concerns for flood-prone regions.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 18 Aug 2026 · 2:41 PM IST
A weather depression centered over Jharkhand and Gangetic West Bengal is forecast to bring isolated extremely heavy rainfall to parts of Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh over the next two days.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 18 Aug 2026 · 2:41 PM IST
A developing depression over the Bay of Bengal is forecast to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall, including isolated extreme downpours, to several eastern Indian states over the next two days, impacting West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 18 Aug 2026 · 1:39 PM IST
The Reserve Bank of India has announced two Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auctions for August 17 and 18, 2026, to manage prevailing liquidity within the banking system.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 18 Aug 2026 · 1:24 PM IST
RBI/2026-27/232 FIDD.CO.PSD.BC.No.08/04.09.001/2026-27 August 07, 2026 Reserve Bank of India (Priority Sector Lending - Targets and Classification) Second Amendment Directions, 2026 Please refer to th
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
Tenor 7-day Notified Amount (in ₹ crore) 2,00,000 Total amount of offers received (in ₹ crore) 98,945 Amount accepted (in ₹ crore) 98,945 Cut off Rate (%) 5.24 Weighted Average Rate
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
Tenor 1-day Notified Amount (in ₹ crore) 1,00,000 Total amount of offers received (in ₹ crore) 96,914 Amount accepted (in ₹ crore) 96,914 Cut off Rate (%) 5.24 Weighted Average Rate
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
RBI/2026-27/233 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.09/02.08.001/2026-27 August 10, 2026 The Chairman / Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer Lead Banks Concerned Madam/ Dear Sir, Formation of new districts in th
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
A. Source Security 8.26% GS 2027 7.17% GS 2028 7.06% GS 2028 7.37% GS 2028 7.26% GS 2029 B. Notified Amount (in ₹ crore) 2,000 3,000 4,000 3,000 3,000 Destination Security 7.19% GS 2060 6.64% GS
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
Government of India (GoI) has announced the sale (re-issue) of two dated securities for a notified amount of ₹28,000 crore as per the following details: Sr No Security Date of Repayment Notified
The Mandate News Desk · Latest Update · 18 Aug 2026 · 11:11 AM IST
PoliticsThe Tamil Nadu Assembly has unanimously reaffirmed that Tamil Thai Vaazhthu must be rendered first at government functions, educational institutions, universities, public-sector bodies and other public institutions. The decision places language, cultural identity and State rights at the centre of a wider federal conversation.
The Mandate News Desk · Analysis · 11 Aug 2026 · 12:00 PM IST · 5 min read
GovernanceTamil Nadu has sanctioned about Rs 264.14 crore to create 65 Anti-Narcotics Task Force police stations with a dedicated headquarters and a new ADGP-led command. The design suggests permanent institutional capacity rather than a seasonal enforcement drive.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 11 Aug 2026 · 11:30 AM IST · 5 min read
EconomyRussia accounted for roughly 48% of India's crude oil imports by volume in June 2026, with about 8.7 million metric tonnes arriving during the month. Proposed United States legislation would expose large buyers of Russian energy to tariff risk if it is enacted.
The Mandate News Desk · Analysis · 11 Aug 2026 · 11:20 AM IST · 5 min read
IndiaStudents and job aspirants marched towards the Jharkhand Assembly over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, and police action left several people injured. The former chairman of the State public service commission has been arrested in connection with the investigation.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 11 Aug 2026 · 11:10 AM IST · 4 min read
The Centre has offered a full discussion on the student protests and the police action, with the Home Minister expected to reply. Disruptions have continued as the Opposition presses for accountability and raises the Ayodhya donation issue.
The Mandate News Desk · Analysis · 11 Aug 2026 · 11:00 AM IST · 4 min read
Tamil Nadu has raised its State incentives on paddy and sugarcane ahead of a procurement season that begins on September 1. Fine paddy now fetches Rs 2,750 a quintal and sugarcane Rs 4,000 a tonne, with the State component doing much of the lifting.
The Mandate News Desk · News · 11 Aug 2026 · 10:50 AM IST · 4 min read
