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India announces Padma Awards for 2026
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Ahead of Republic Day, the Indian government announced the Padma Awards for 2026, honouring contributors from diverse fields. Bollywood legend Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan posthumously, while neonatologist Dr Armida Fernandez was awarded the Padma Shri. These awards recognize excellence in social service, arts, science, and public affairs.
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has directed all government ministries, departments and agencies to ensure citizen-facing services are available at the country's 59 Huduma Centres.
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The National Transport and Safety Authority has imposed a two-year moratorium on licensing new public service vehicle operators and a one-year freeze on new routes.
The SIM Keliling service continues on Sunday, February 1, 2026, albeit limited to two points in DKI Jakarta and one in South Tangerang. This service facilitates driver's license renewal without visiting a Satpas office, operating from 08:00 to 12:00 WIB.
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Waziri Mkuu wa Utumishi wa Umma Geoffrey Ruku ameamuru wizara, idara na mashirika yote ya serikali kuhakikisha njia zao za mawasiliano zinafanya kazi na zinapatikana kwa umma. Akiongea wakati wa ukaguzi wa ofisi za serikali huko Kisumu, alisisitiza kwamba Wanakenya wana haki ya huduma za wakati na mawasiliano wazi. Alionya wafanyikazi wa umma dhidi ya kutofanya kazi vizuri, ikiwemo kuchelewa ofisini.
Two experts diverge on PEC 38/2025, a proposed administrative reform under consideration in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies. One supports it for promoting efficiency and cost reduction, while the other warns of risks to public service precarization and loss of server rights.
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Sweden Democrats have sharply criticized SVT in the Agenda program, seeking to summon the broadcaster's leadership to the culture committee over suspected bias. SVT CEO Anne Lagercrantz dismisses the criticism as problematic and emphasizes the company's impartiality. The proposal for a committee hearing was voted down by other parties.
Mobile SIM service resumes after 1 Muharram holiday
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