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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) | Complete Guide for Small Business Loans in India

January 3, 2026 by Swastika Paul

Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY): Starting a small business often requires financial support, especially for first-time entrepreneurs. To help people become self-reliant and promote small businesses nationwide, the Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY). This scheme offers collateral-free loans to small business owners, self-employed individuals, and entrepreneurs seeking to start or expand their businesses. … Read more

RRB Group D 2026: Application Date, Fees Refund Rule Explained

January 3, 2026 by Syed Mosharaf Hossain

RRB Group D 2026: The Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the key details for RRB Group D 2026, one of the most-awaited government job recruitments in India. Every year, lakhs of candidates apply for Group D posts because the eligibility is simple, job security is strong, and the selection process is transparent. If you are … Read more

2026 Exam Calendar: Full Schedule for JEE, NEET, CUET, Board and UPSC Exams Released

January 2, 2026 by Smart Update24

2026 Exam Calendar: The exam season for 2026 is beginning to take shape with key dates now available for India’s major school board and competitive tests. Students, parents, and educators now have a clearer roadmap to plan study schedules, revision timelines, and logistics for a demanding academic year. Exam Calendar 2026: Overview Chart Exam / … Read more

West Bengal Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Polytechnic & ITI Trade Apprentice Posts

January 2, 2026 by Smart Update24

West Bengal Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Government of West Bengal, through the Technical Education, Training & Skill Development Department, has officially invited online applications for Trade Apprentice engagement under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. This opportunity is open for Diploma holders in Engineering & Technology and NCVT-affiliated ITI trade certificate holders. Eligible candidates can apply online … Read more

MTV’s Music Channels Go Dark After 44 Years, Marking End of a Cultural Era

January 2, 2026 by Smart Update24

MTV’s Music Channels: On the last day of 2025, several of MTV’s dedicated music channels, including MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV, and MTV Live, stopped broadcasting across Europe, the UK, Ireland, Australia, Brazil, and other regions. This moment brings to an end the era of 24-hour music video television that began in … Read more

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