Major National Developments This Week in India – Policy, Politics, and ProgressIndia This Week: From National Headlines to Tech Buzz and Bollywood Drama

📰 1. PM Modi Launches Green India Initiative Ahead of Environment Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the “Green India Mission 2.0” on Monday, a nationwide movement focused on afforestation, water conservation, and urban green zones. The initiative aims to plant over 1 billion trees by 2030 and encourage citizen participation through state-level campaigns.

In his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change and making India a global model for sustainable development.

💸 2. New Tax Policy Introduced to Support Middle-Class Families
The Union Finance Ministry unveiled a revised tax structure designed to offer relief to middle-class salaried employees. The new policy increases the standard deduction and introduces benefits for taxpayers with dependents.

Experts say the move could stimulate consumer spending and provide a much-needed economic boost amid inflation concerns.

🏗️ 3. National Highway Expansion: 5,000 km Projects Approved
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways approved ₹48,000 crore worth of highway development projects. The expansion includes connecting remote regions in the Northeast and strengthening road infrastructure in border areas.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated that these projects will enhance logistics, tourism, and defense preparedness.

📚 4. National Education Reform: New Curriculum for CBSE by 2026
The Ministry of Education confirmed that a new competency-based CBSE curriculum will be implemented by 2026. It focuses on conceptual understanding, digital literacy, and vocational skills starting from Class 6 onwards.

Education experts have welcomed the move, calling it a step toward aligning with global academic standards.

🧑‍⚖️ 5. Supreme Court Ruling on Freedom of Press
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the freedom of the press as essential to democracy. The verdict came in response to a defamation case filed against a news portal, stating that “constructive criticism and truth in public interest must be protected.”

Journalists and media bodies across India hailed the judgment as a victory for press freedom.

🛡️ 6. India-Russia Defense Talks Focus on Technology Transfer
India and Russia held high-level defense talks in New Delhi this week. Key topics included joint production of next-generation tanks, air defense systems, and tech-sharing agreements under the “Make in India” initiative.

The meeting strengthens India’s position as a growing defense manufacturing hub.

🗳️ 7. Upcoming Elections in Maharashtra and Haryana: EC Prepares
With assembly elections around the corner, the Election Commission has begun training programs and deploying Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in critical districts of Maharashtra and Haryana. Security forces are also being mobilized to ensure free and fair elections.

The polling dates are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

🔍 Conclusion
This week has shown the depth and dynamism of India’s national landscape — from environment and education to defense and democracy. As always, The National Khabar is committed to delivering news that matters, verified by facts and grounded in public interest.

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