Archives January 2026

Jan 05th: The DP World ILT20 Season 4, exclusively on ‘Z’, continues to captivate cricket fans with high-quality competition and compelling storylines. After delivering thrilling encounters day after day through the league stage, the tournament has now reached the knockout phase, where the top four teams will go head-to-head in a high-stakes battle to secure their place in the final. With the summit clash just around the corner, anticipation is building for what promises to be an edge-of-the-seat contest between two deserving finalists. DP World ILT20 Commentator and legendary Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh spoke about the league’s steady growth, its rising competitiveness, and the strong connect it has built with audiences since its inaugural season.

Associated with the DP World ILT20 since Season 1, Harbhajan said, “This is the fourth year of the tournament and every season has brought something new. The expectations have grown year on year, and the quality of cricket has improved consistently. From where the league started to where it is today, the journey has been very satisfying. It shows how the DP World ILT20 has established itself as a strong and competitive league in a short span of time.”

Speaking about the presence of Indian players in the league, Harbhajan added, “It’s lovely to see Indian players like Dinesh Karthik and Piyush Chawla playing this season. In earlier editions, we also saw players like Yusuf Pathan and Robin Uthappa. Indian players who have recently retired are coming here to continue playing competitive cricket, and their experience adds great value to the league.”

Adding to the same, Laxmi Shetty, Head – Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast and Digital, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, said, “The inclusion of Indian players has brought a wonderful dimension to this season of DP World ILT20. At ‘Z’, we’ve seen a strong positive reflection in viewership and audience engagement, as these familiar faces resonate deeply with Indian cricket fans. Their experience and competitive edge have not only raised the bar for the tournament but also strengthened the emotional bond viewers share with the league. With the finals just around the corner, the anticipation is at an all-time high, and we are excited to broadcast this thrilling showdown to millions of enthusiasts across our network.”

Reflecting on the league as a whole, the former Indian spinner noted, “The DP World ILT20 has become a great platform not just for international stars, but also for players to test themselves in a high-pressure environment. Playing in Dubai and across the UAE is always special, and being part of this league for the fourth year continues to be a pleasure.”

Cricket fans and sports enthusiasts across India can catch the LIVE action exclusively on &Pictures SD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Action, Zee Thirai – SD, Zee Cinemalu and OTT platform Zee 5.

Jan 05th: The DP World ILT20 Season 4, exclusively on ‘Z’, continues to captivate cricket fans with high-quality competition and compelling storylines. After delivering thrilling encounters day after day through the league stage, the tournament has now reached the knockout phase, where the top four teams will go head-to-head in a high-stakes battle to secure their place in the final. With the summit clash just around the corner, anticipation is building for what promises to be an edge-of-the-seat contest between two deserving finalists. DP World ILT20 Commentator and legendary Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh spoke about the league’s steady growth, its rising competitiveness, and the strong connect it has built with audiences since its inaugural season.

Associated with the DP World ILT20 since Season 1, Harbhajan said, “This is the fourth year of the tournament and every season has brought something new. The expectations have grown year on year, and the quality of cricket has improved consistently. From where the league started to where it is today, the journey has been very satisfying. It shows how the DP World ILT20 has established itself as a strong and competitive league in a short span of time.”

Speaking about the presence of Indian players in the league, Harbhajan added, “It’s lovely to see Indian players like Dinesh Karthik and Piyush Chawla playing this season. In earlier editions, we also saw players like Yusuf Pathan and Robin Uthappa. Indian players who have recently retired are coming here to continue playing competitive cricket, and their experience adds great value to the league.”

Adding to the same, Laxmi Shetty, Head – Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast and Digital, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, said, “The inclusion of Indian players has brought a wonderful dimension to this season of DP World ILT20. At ‘Z’, we’ve seen a strong positive reflection in viewership and audience engagement, as these familiar faces resonate deeply with Indian cricket fans. Their experience and competitive edge have not only raised the bar for the tournament but also strengthened the emotional bond viewers share with the league. With the finals just around the corner, the anticipation is at an all-time high, and we are excited to broadcast this thrilling showdown to millions of enthusiasts across our network.”

Reflecting on the league as a whole, the former Indian spinner noted, “The DP World ILT20 has become a great platform not just for international stars, but also for players to test themselves in a high-pressure environment. Playing in Dubai and across the UAE is always special, and being part of this league for the fourth year continues to be a pleasure.”

Cricket fans and sports enthusiasts across India can catch the LIVE action exclusively on &Pictures SD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Action, Zee Thirai – SD, Zee Cinemalu and OTT platform Zee 5.

Mumbai, Jan 05th: The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has announced the launch of its dedicated India-focused social media pages, primarily on Instagram and Facebook, marking a strategic commitment to deeper engagement with the Indian market.

The India pages will serve as a go-to for market-relevant updates, destination education, curated itineraries, and product-led storytelling tailored to the needs of Indian tour operators, travel agents, MICE planners, and industry stakeholders.

India continues to be a high-potential, long-term growth market for Kenya. In 2025, travel from India demonstrated stable performance with higher-quality conversions, reflecting a shift towards longer stays, private safaris, customised journeys, and multi-experience itineraries. This evolution from volume-led travel to value-driven demand has underscored the importance of closer market engagement.

The newly launched India pages will support this approach by offering easy access to destination updates, Signature Experiences, seasonal highlights, and market-specific content that travellers and trade partners can directly use to plan itineraries. The platform will also be used to communicate training opportunities, webinars, and trade initiatives, ensuring partners remain aligned with Kenya’s evolving tourism offering.

While Kenya is globally recognised for its iconic wildlife safaris, the destination is increasingly being positioned in India as a multi-experiential holiday choice, spanning culture and heritage, coastal and island escapes, wellness in nature, soft adventure, golf, celebrations, and bespoke luxury travel. This broader narrative reflects changing Indian traveller preferences for flexibility, depth, and personalised experiences within a single journey.

Digital platforms play a supporting role in this strategy by keeping the destination visible throughout the decision-making journey from inspiration to planning. The India-focused social media pages are intended to complement on-ground B2B engagement, not replace it, ensuring that digital inspiration is backed by informed selling.

Kenya Tourism Board invites travel trade professionals, media and industry partners in India to follow the new India pages for destination updates, product insights and curated content aligned with the Indian market.

Kurnool,  Jan 5 :- Brain tumors are rarely life-threatening. Usually, such tumors grow over a period of two to three weeks, and symptoms appear gradually thereafter. However, in rare instances, certain tumors can develop suddenly and become life-threatening within a short time. In one such uncommon case, doctors at KIMS Hospital, Kurnool, saved the life of a young man by performing an advanced endoscopic brain surgery. The details of the case were shared by Dr. N. Sumanth Kumar, Consultant Neurosurgeon at KIMS Hospital.

A 24-year-old man named Balaram, a resident of Kurnool, was perfectly normal until the previous night and had even attended a family function with his relatives. Suddenly, about six hours before being brought to the hospital, he developed progressive symptoms including vomiting, seizures, severe headache, memory loss, and partial loss of consciousness. His family immediately rushed him to the Emergency Department of KIMS Hospital, Kurnool.

Upon evaluation, doctors performed investigations including a CT scan of the brain, which revealed a tumor located in the anterior region of the third ventricle. Due to this tumor, the patient developed hydrocephalus, leading to obstruction of normal cerebrospinal fluid circulation and increased pressure within the brain.

Normally, the human brain contains four ventricles, which hold cerebrospinal fluid that protects the brain and spinal cord. This fluid continuously flows through narrow connecting channels. Among the four ventricles, the third ventricle is very narrow. Unfortunately, in this young man, a tumor developed precisely at the junction of the frontal part of the brain and the third ventricle. As a result, CSF accumulated rapidly, causing acute hydrocephalus.

This sudden rise in intracranial pressure can lead to seizures, drowsiness, and, in severe cases, even death. Fortunately, the patient was brought to the hospital within a very short time after the onset of symptoms.

“We performed an emergency minimally invasive endoscopic surgery using the most advanced techniques, through a very small opening in the skull. Such complex procedures are usually performed only in major metropolitan cities. However, due to the availability of advanced infrastructure and experienced specialists at KIMS Hospital, we were able to successfully save the patient’s life here in Kurnool,” said Dr. N. Sumanth Kumar.

The surgical team first created a small opening of about one inch in the skull. Through this opening, the brain layers were carefully accessed using an endoscope, and the surgeons reached the tumor site. The entire tumor was meticulously removed without causing damage to the surrounding brain tissue. Following removal, the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluid was restored.

 The patient recovered rapidly after surgery, and due to his stable condition and good recovery, he was discharged on the third postoperative day, Dr. Sumanth Kumar added.

Mysore, Jan 05th:  Winter is one of the most awaited seasons in India, but it may also bring a plethora of diseases like Cold – Cough and Respiratory problems to name a few; which are most prevalent in this season & usually occurs due to a low immunity. Chyawanprash is an around 3000-year-old & well-known Ayurvedic formulation that is used for boosting immunity and helps provide protection against common day to day infections like cough and cold.

Dabur Chyawanprash contains many ‘Rasayana’ herbs which help in prevention of variety of infections through its immunomodulatory effects.

As part of its commitment to safeguard the health of the future generations, Dabur Chyawanprash today announced the launch of a mega awareness initiative aimed at securing the health of underprivileged kids across the country. Under this initiative, Dabur Chyawanprash along with a renowned doctor will conduct Immunity awareness sessions to educate children about the need to build a stronger immune system to fight against illnesses due to changing season, common bacteria and viruses.

The drive was flagged off in Mysore with a special session conducted for more than 250 kids of Princely Higher Primary School Mysore, Along with Principle, School teachers and Dinesh Kumar from Dabur India Ltd, The session was aimed at creating awareness among kids to fight Illness in winter. The kids were also educated on ways to boost their immunity through basic hygiene and a nutritious diet.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sriram Padmanabhan, Director Healthcare, Dabur India Ltd said, “Dabur Chyawanprash has been committed to helping every Indian achieve the strongest immunity for over 100 years. This initiative is a leap forward towards this commitment. We are concerned about the cold wave that claims so many lives every year. Through this Initiative, we will attempt to reach out to provide protection to underprivileged kids by highlighting the importance of Immunity besides providing Chyawanprash to these Kids”.

Dr. Sumit said, “During cycles of seasonal change there is a sudden temperature variation, which leads to illnesses like cough, cold & flu.  Enhancing immunity is an effective way to fight illnesses like Cold, Cough, Respiratory problems etc.

Dabur Chyawanprash is an effective solution to boost one’s immunity needs through changing weather cycles.”

Under this campaign, Dabur Chyawanprash has joined hands with leading NGOs from 21 cities in India i.e. Hyderabad, Mysore, Mumbai, Agra ,Varanasi, Kanpur, Bhopal, Lucknow, Udaipur, Jaipur, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Siliguri, Patna, Indore, Raipur, Pune, Aurangabad, Nagpur, Gwalior and Chandigarh.

Kolkata, Jan  05th: FTS Yuva, FTS Yuva, the youth wing of Friends of Tribals Society organized its annual flagship event Ekal Run at Godrej Waterside, Kolkata today wherein 5000+ participants ran for their chosen category of timed run – 21km, 10km, 5km and non-timed /fun run of 3km at this Marathon. People of all age groups participated in the run.

The Ekal Run was inaugurated by: Saina Nehwal, First Indian Badminton Player to win an Olympic Medal and was attended by: Shri Mukesh, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Bidhannagar; Rahul Dev Bose, Actor, Debadrita Basu, Actress; Payel Mukherjee, Actress; senior members from the organization present were: Sri. Sajan Bansal, Sri. Ramesh Saraogi, Sri. Ramesh Maheshwari, Smt. Rupa Agarwal, Sri. Rakesh Jhunjhuwala, Sri. Bulaki Das Mimani, Sri. Manoj Modi, Sri. Kishan Kejriwal, Sri. Mahendra Agarwal, Sri. Praveen Agarwal, Sri. Subhash Murarka, Sri. Anil Kariwala, Sri. Manoj Kumar Chetani, Sri. Vikash Poddar, Sri. Vinay Chugh & many other eminent personalities.

Speaking to the media, Mr. Rishabh Saraogi, President of FTS Yuva, Kolkata Chapter, said, “Ekal Run has grown into a powerful movement that blends fitness with purpose. This year’s edition reaffirmed our belief that collective efforts can create meaningful change. Every step taken today contributes towards educating children in the remotest parts of India, and we thank every participant, volunteer, and supporter for being a part of this impactful journey.”

On this occasion, Mr. Gaurav Bagla, National Coordinator of Ekal Run, said, “Having Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal inaugurate the 7th edition of Ekal Run has been a moment of immense pride and inspiration for all of us. Her presence energized thousands of participants and beautifully reinforced the message that sports, discipline, and education together can drive meaningful social change. We are deeply grateful to her for supporting our mission of educating children in rural and tribal India.”

Key Members:

FTS Yuva Board Members: Niraj Harodia – National Convenor; Gaurav Bagla – National Coordinator of Ekal Run; Rishabh Saraogi, President; Raunak Fatesaria, Working President; Rishav Gadia, Vice President; Abhay Kejriwal, Secretary; Rohit Bucha, Treasurer; Rachit Chowdhary, Yash Dhanuka, Jt. Secretary; Namrata Agarwal, Jt. Treasurer; Manish Dhariwal, Yogesh Choudhury, Arpit Saraf, Vaibhav Pandya, Ashray Tandon, Surbhi Bagla, Ayush Agarwal, Isha Garg, Saurav Garg and Meeta Modi – Executive Committee Member.

IGMPI Expands Academic Portfolio with Advanced Cybersecurity & Information Security Diploma Programmes

New Delhi, Jan 03 :  The Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI), a recognised vocational institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has strengthened its academic portfolio with the launch of upgraded Post Graduate and Executive Diploma programmes in Cybersecurity Technology and Information Security. The expansion comes at a time when India faces an unprecedented rise in cyber threats and an acute shortage of trained cybersecurity professionals.

With digital transformation accelerating across sectors- banking, healthcare, manufacturing, public services, and critical infrastructure- the demand for skilled security professionals has grown exponentially. IGMPI’s enhanced programmes aim to bridge this talent gap by offering industry-aligned, job-ready training for students, working professionals, and career-switchers.

“As threats evolve and digital ecosystems grow in complexity, the need for well-trained cybersecurity and information-security professionals has never been greater,” said Dr. Syed S. Abbas, Director, IGMPI. “By strengthening our diploma programmes, we aim to prepare a new generation of security experts capable of safeguarding organisations, data systems, and national digital infrastructure while aligning with global standards.”

Programme Highlights –

Cybersecurity Technology Diploma offers hands-on training in:

• Network defence strategies

• Ethical hacking methodologies

• Cloud security architecture

• Incident response and threat containment

• Malware detection and analysis

• Training includes live simulations, real-world tools, and practical case studies to build operational expertise.

Information Security Diploma

Designed to develop competencies in:

• Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)

• ISO/IEC 27001 compliance

• Organisational risk assessment

• Security audit processes

• Data protection policies and governance frameworks
  The programme focuses on building enterprise-level security and compliance capabilities.

Flexible Learning Options

Both programmes are offered in:

• Part-time mode with online live classes for working professionals

• Full-time mode for students and fresh graduates

This blended-learning format ensures accessibility without compromising rigour or industry relevance.

Strengthening India’s Cyber Workforce

With these enhanced programmes, IGMPI reinforces its commitment to building India’s human capital in critical and emerging domains. The institution continues to prioritise outcome-based education, practical skill development, and strong industry alignment.

Mumbai, Jan 03:  Over the past three years, Neela Mediatech has steadily built Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s (TMKOC) multi-format digital franchise across gaming, gamefied education, and animation. As part of its next phase of growth, the company is now strengthening its animation vertical with the launch of two feature-length 3D animated films on YouTube

The first film, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah 3D Animated Movie: Gokuldham to Galacto, will release on December 31, followed by Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah 3D Animated Movie: The Big Fat Alien Wedding on January 26. Both films will be available on YouTube in six languages – Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam, supporting wider reach across regions, age groups and digital-first audiences.

These releases mark Neela Mediatech’s entry into feature-length 3D animation. Building on the successful traction of its animated rhymes, the company is now investing in long-format storytelling designed for sustained digital consumption, repeat viewing, and platform-led growth.

Asit Kumarr Modi, Founder, Neela Mediatech, while commenting on the development said

“TMKOC was created to bring families together and offer relief from everyday stress through simple, relatable stories. Animation allows us to carry that intent forward for children who are growing up on digital platforms today. For me, this is about ensuring that the emotional meaning behind the show community, warmth, and shared joy continues to resonate across generations, regardless of format.”

“The strength of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has always been its characters and the emotional bond audiences share with them. Animation gives us the freedom to explore those characters in new ways, experiment with humour, and reach newer audiences over time. These two films are just the beginning of how we want to build this vertical. Digital platforms like YouTube support that journey by enabling steady growth through discovery and repeat viewing at scale,” said Harjeet Chhabra, CEO, Neela Mediatech.

The films place familiar TMKOC characters in new narrative settings while retaining the humour and community-led storytelling associated with the franchise. Each title functions independently while contributing to a larger animation pipeline planned by the company.

With this launch, Neela Mediatech continues to structure TMKOC as a multi-format digital business, with animation positioned as a sustained growth driver alongside gaming, children’s content, and learning-led platforms.

By:-  Dr. Sabia Mangat, Consultant – Gynaecologist, Reproductive Medicine and IVF, Milann Fertility Hospital, Chandigarh

India is witnessing a striking paradox: even as medical technology advances, more young couples are struggling to conceive. Fertility specialists across the country report a steady rise in infertility cases often in couples in their late 20s and early 30s. While medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, low ovarian reserve, and poor sperm quality remain important causes, a growing body of evidence suggests that infertility today is increasingly shaped by modern lifestyle choices. From stress and screen addiction to delayed childbirth and dietary habits, infertility is rapidly emerging as a lifestyle disorder.

According to the latest Sample Registration System (SRS) data, the country’s Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has fallen to 1.9, below the replacement level of 2.1. Eighteen states and union territories including Delhi, Karnataka, Punjab, and West Bengal are now below replacement fertility. For the first time, even rural India has touched a TFR of 2.1, while urban areas have dipped to 1.5, reflecting shifting social patterns. Fertility is declining most sharply among younger women (15–29 years), while increasing marginally among women aged 30 and above, clear evidence of delayed parenthood making it the biggest contributor.

An increasing number of couples are choosing to postpone pregnancy while they build careers, achieve financial stability, or pursue personal goals. Although empowering, this trend collides with biological reality. Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have, and both egg quality and egg quantity begin to decline sharply after the age of 32. For men, long working hours, erratic meals, smoking, alcohol consumption, and chronic stress are linked to reduced sperm count and motility. Together, these factors are pushing infertility into the mainstream as a lifestyle-driven phenomenon.

The urban lifestyle is another major catalyst. Long workdays, high-pressure environments, sedentary habits, and chronic screen exposure are now common across age groups. Stress has become a new normal in today’s life. And, stress triggers hormonal imbalances that affect ovulation in women and testosterone levels in men. Again, the increase in desk jobs has also led to an epidemic of obesity, and other other risk factors for ovulatory issues, insulin resistance, erectile dysfunction, and poorer IVF outcomes.  Even the non-uniform working hours lead to sleep deprivation, excessive social media use, or irregular routines, disrupting hormonal cycles essential for fertility.

Diet, too, plays an increasingly important role. The growing dependence on processed foods, sugary beverages, refined carbohydrates, and high-salt snacks fuels inflammation and metabolic disorders that interfere with reproductive health. According to fertility experts, a Mediterranean-style diet, supports better hormonal balance and improves both egg and sperm quality. However, for many urban Indians, convenience often takes precedence over nutrition, leading to deficiencies in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Environmental factors have also been linked to declines  in fertility. Air pollution, endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics, pesticides in food, and everyday exposure to cosmetics and household products containing harmful chemicals have been linked to declining fertility rates globally. These disruptions mimic or interfere with the body’s natural hormones, affecting menstrual cycles, sperm development, and embryo implantation.

What makes infertility particularly complex is the emotional landscape surrounding it. Modern lifestyles leave little room for rest, reflection, or interpersonal connection, creating a sense of isolation among couples facing fertility challenges. The added pressure of societal expectations, competitive careers, and financial commitments only intensifies the emotional burden. Mental health issues such as anxiety, burnout, and depressive symptoms, create a vicious cycle, further affecting hormonal and reproductive health.

Recognising infertility as a lifestyle disorder is the first step toward prevention. Time has come to take proactive approaches, such as: regular health screenings, maintaining a healthy diet, staying physically active, reducing smoking and alcohol consumption, managing stress through yoga or mindfulness, and prioritising 7–8 hours of sleep. For couples planning to delay pregnancy, fertility preservation options such as egg or sperm freezing offer greater reproductive flexibility. 

Infertility is caused by genetic and biological factors, but the rise in number reflects a deeper lifestyle shift. As work pressures intensify, diets become more processed, and stress becomes a constant companion, reproductive health inevitably takes a hit. 

President Murmu Announces ‘Skill the Nation Challenge’ to Boost AI Awareness and Future-Ready Learning; Jayant Chaudhary nominates three others after completing his SOAR AI Certification

Mumbai, Jan 03:  President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, announced the ‘#SkillTheNation Challenge’, urging citizens, policymakers, educators, professionals and youth to actively participate in India’s AI learning movement by enrolling in the SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) course on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH). She called the initiative a significant step towards equipping the nation with future-ready capabilities in Artificial Intelligence and advancing India’s journey towards a technologically empowered and inclusive society.

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s flagship programme SOAR  Skilling for AI Readiness, launched in July 2025, is enabling accessible AI learning for all through structured micro-credential courses for school students, educators, working professionals and lifelong learners.

Designed to make AI simple, ethical, responsible and aspirational, SOAR has already, over just last six months, reached more than 1.59 lakh learners across the country who have enrolled in the AI course, with thousands successfully completing certifications and building confidence in AI awareness, understanding and application.

Demonstrating leadership by example, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, has successfully completed the SOAR ‘AI to be Aware’ learning module, symbolising a commitment to lifelong learning and AI readiness. He has further nominated Shri Nara Lokesh Rao, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Real-Time Governance and Human Resources Development, Government of Andhra Pradesh; Shri Gaurav Dwivedi, IAS, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Prasar Bharati, and Mr. Nitin Narang President of the All-India Chess Federation (AICF) to take up the challenge, creating a cascading national movement for AI awareness and capability building.

Commenting on the occasion, Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary said,

“India’s future workforce must not only be digitally aware but AI confident. Through the ‘#SkillTheNation Challenge’, we want to inspire every citizen to embrace learning and prepare for an AI-enabled future. SOAR is not just a skilling programme; it is a national mission to build confidence, capability and curiosity in AI, ensuring that every learner — wherever they are — has the opportunity to benefit from this technology and contribute to the nation’s growth story.”

“India’s future workforce must not only be digitally aware but AI confident. I am glad to have personally completed the SOAR AI learning module, and it has further strengthened my belief that learning must begin from leadership itself. It gives me great satisfaction to nominate my fellow colleagues to join this movement, so together we can inspire every citizen to embrace AI learning and prepare for an empowered, future-ready India,” he further added.

A group of 17 select students from PM SHRI Schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh received the AI course certificates on the occasion, by the President of India.

Importantly, the initiative has received enthusiastic participation from 15 Members of Parliament who have completed the SOAR AI course module, reflecting strong leadership commitment towards AI readiness within India’s highest democratic institution.