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Workplace Ethics in India 2026: Why Unpaid Trials and Toxic Hiring Processes are Facing Legal Heat

Thursday, January 29, 2026 2:40 pmThursday, January 29, 2026 2:40 pm Republic Post TeamIndia 2026, Workplace Ethics0 comment

Workplace ethics in India 2026 have come under intense scrutiny as unpaid trials, exploitative internships, and toxic hiring practices trigger legal action and public backlash. With job seekers increasingly speaking out, regulators and courts are beginning to clamp down on unethical recruitment practices that violate labor rights and dignity at work. Search trends show rising interest in keywords such as “unpaid trial jobs in India”, “toxic hiring practices”, and “employment law India 2026”. What Are Unpaid Trials in Hiring? Unpaid trials refer to recruitment practices where candidates are asked to…

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Complete Guide: Protecting Your Digital Identity from New-Age AI Phishing and WhatsApp Scams

Thursday, January 29, 2026 12:00 pmThursday, January 29, 2026 12:00 pm Republic Post Team0 comment

India’s rapid digital adoption has transformed how citizens communicate, bank, shop, and access government services. At the same time, it has created fertile ground for a new generation of cybercrime driven by artificial intelligence, social engineering, and the misuse of popular messaging platforms such as WhatsApp. From deepfake voice calls impersonating family members to highly personalised phishing messages that appear indistinguishable from legitimate alerts, digital identity threats have evolved beyond traditional email scams. As regulators, law-enforcement agencies, and technology companies respond, individuals remain the first line of defence. Understanding how…

Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Data Centres, Labour Reforms, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, and Investment Climate Insights from Industry Leaders

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 11:08 pmThursday, January 29, 2026 11:50 am Republic Post Team0 comment

The Union Budget 2026-27, set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026, at 11 AM IST (her ninth consecutive Budget), arrives as India pushes toward its Viksit Bharat goals amid strong economic momentum. With the Budget Session underway since January 28, 2026, leaders from digital infrastructure, facility management, pre-engineered buildings, and financial markets are sharing pre-budget expectations focused on enabling digital growth, labour code implementation, manufacturing incentives, green technologies, and investor-friendly policies. These quotes highlight interconnected priorities: treating data centres as national digital infrastructure, full…

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Digital Payments 2.0: How New UPI Features and Voice-Based Transactions Are Changing Rural Connectivity

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 1:17 pmWednesday, January 28, 2026 1:17 pm Republic Post Team0 comment

India’s digital payments ecosystem is entering its next phase with what many are calling Digital Payments 2.0. Building on the massive success of UPI, the new wave of innovations focuses on inclusion, accessibility, and deeper rural penetration. With features such as voice-based transactions, offline payments, and simplified user interfaces, digital payments are no longer limited to smartphone-savvy urban users. Instead, they are reshaping how rural India connects to the formal economy, accesses services, and participates in everyday financial activity. Why Digital Payments 2.0 Matters for Rural India Despite rapid growth…

Modern Indian Railways trains including Amrit Bharat and Vande Bharat Sleeper standing at a station, symbolising India’s railway modernisation plans for 2026.

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Indian Railways 2026: What You Should Know About the New Amrit Bharat and Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 1:12 pmWednesday, January 28, 2026 1:12 pm Rishidhar Reddy0 comment

Indian Railways is entering a transformative phase in 2026, reshaping long-distance travel with the introduction of Amrit Bharat trains and the much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper services. Together, these two categories signal a strategic shift: faster trains for the masses and premium overnight travel for the growing middle class. As India expands its railway infrastructure at an unprecedented pace, these trains are designed to bridge comfort gaps, improve efficiency, and redefine how millions experience rail journeys. A New Chapter in Rail Modernisation For decades, Indian Railways has balanced scale with affordability,…

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Goes Pan‑India: 6.76 Crore Join Conversation with PM Modi

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 3:45 pmTuesday, January 27, 2026 3:45 pm Republic Post TeamNarendra Modi, Pariksha Pe Charcha 20260 comment

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 saw a huge boost in participation, as the Prime Minister’s flagship student engagement programme expanded like never before. For the first time, activities were held simultaneously in different parts of the country, breaking away from the usual Delhi‑centric format. This ninth edition brought together students from all walks of life on a single national platform, making it a truly inclusive and memorable experience. A Nationwide Dialogue: Breaking the Delhi-Centric Model For the first time, Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 broke away from its Delhi-centric format, reaching students…

"Infographic comparing India’s DLI 1.0 and DLI 2.0 semiconductor policies, showing equity-linked support, VC concerns, government objectives, and potential startup risks with icons of chips, money, graphs, and policy documents."

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The DLI 2.0 Shift: Why Semiconductor Startups are Raising Red Flags Over New Equity‑Linked Support

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 11:10 amTuesday, January 27, 2026 11:10 am Rishidhar Reddy0 comment

India’s Semiconductor Ambitions Meet Policy Tension As India strives to transition from an emerging technology hub to a globally competitive semiconductor powerhouse, a fresh policy debate has erupted that could shape the country’s digital future. At the heart of this debate is the government’s plan to overhaul its flagship Design‑Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme into a revamped structure termed DLI 2.0, which pivots from traditional grant and reimbursement‑based support to a model tied to equity, debt, and strategic oversight. The shift has triggered concerns among semiconductor startups, warning that the new framework could constrain innovation, deter…

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MAARG Mentorship Guide: How Early-Stage Founders Can Access Government-Backed Advisory in 2026

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 10:56 amTuesday, January 27, 2026 10:56 am Republic Post Team0 comment

As India’s startup ecosystem matures, early-stage founders are increasingly recognising that capital alone is not enough to build sustainable businesses. Strategic guidance, market access, regulatory clarity, and operational mentorship have become equally critical. In this context, the MAARG mentorship platform has emerged as a key government-backed initiative aimed at supporting startups with structured advisory support. As 2026 approaches, understanding how MAARG works and how founders can leverage it effectively is becoming essential for entrepreneurs navigating India’s competitive startup landscape. What Is MAARG and Why It Was Launched MAARG, short for…

Union Budget 2026: Aviation Cargo, Logistics, Dairy, Edible Oils, Electronics & Banking Leaders Seek Infrastructure Push and Value-Chain Reforms

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 10:50 amSaturday, January 31, 2026 11:04 pm Republic Post Team0 comment

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, 2026, at 11 AM, industry leaders from aviation cargo, logistics, dairy, edible oils, electronics manufacturing, and banking are calling for sustained infrastructure investments, supply-chain resilience, export competitiveness, and technology adoption to fuel India’s economic momentum amid 6.5–7% GDP growth projections. The logistics sector, projected at ~US$384 billion in 2026 with air cargo throughput growing at ~11.5% CAGR through 2033, seeks targeted support for multimodal connectivity and digitisation. Dairy and edible oils players emphasise value-added processing,…