The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has dealt a major blow to international maritime crime by busting a sophisticated oil smuggling racket operating off India’s western coastline. In a meticulously planned sea-air coordinated operation conducted on February 5 and 6, three suspect vessels were intercepted nearly 100 nautical miles west of…
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Advantage Vidarbha 2026 Day 2 Seals ₹10,880 Cr MoUs, 6,000 Jobs
Day 2 of Advantage Vidarbha 2026 – Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav marked a defining moment for the Vidarbha region, as three landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed in Nagpur, unlocking investments worth over ₹10,880 crore and paving the way for more than 6,000 new employment opportunities. Envisioned by Union Minister…
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Andhra Pradesh to Lead India’s Blue Economy Under Budget 2026
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Friday said that Andhra Pradesh, along with other coastal states, will emerge as the torchbearer of India’s Blue Economy mission under the strategic framework of Union Budget 2026–27. Addressing media representatives and social…
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India, Seychelles Deepen Maritime, Blue Economy Ties in Mumbai
India and Seychelles took a significant step towards strengthening maritime cooperation and blue economy engagement during a high-level Indo-Seychelles Business Roundtable held in Mumbai. The dialogue brought together political leadership, policymakers and business representatives to explore opportunities in maritime trade, sustainable ocean-based industries and long-term economic collaboration in the Indian…
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India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 Gets Big Boost in Budget 2026
The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed semiconductors at the heart of India’s long-term economic and strategic ambitions with the announcement of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0. The new phase marks a decisive shift from ecosystem creation to deepening domestic capability, positioning India as a reliable and competitive participant in global…
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UPSC Extends Call Centre Hours for CSE, IFoS 2026 Aspirants
In a significant step aimed at improving candidate support and enhancing accessibility, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the operational hours of its call centre to assist aspirants appearing for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026. The decision is intended…
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PM Modi Hails Diaspora in Boosting India–Malaysia Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed a vibrant community programme in Kuala Lumpur, expressing deep gratitude for the warmth and affection shown by the Indian diaspora in Malaysia. Describing the diaspora as a “living bridge” between India and Malaysia, the Prime Minister said people-to-people ties remain the strongest pillar…
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President Murmu Inaugurates Bastar Pandum 2026 in Jagdalpur
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Friday inaugurated the Bastar Pandum 2026 at Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh, describing the festival as a living expression of the region’s deep-rooted cultural values and its celebration of everyday life. Addressing a large gathering, the President said Bastar’s people view every phase of nature…
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NTCA Conference in Alwar Calls for Tiger Policy Review
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav on Saturday called for a comprehensive review of India’s tiger conservation policies, stressing the need to realign decades-old decisions with emerging ecological and administrative challenges. Addressing the inaugural session of the Conference of Chief Wildlife Wardens of Tiger Range States…
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Fake Milk Factory Busted in Gujarat, Rs 71 Lakh Goods Seized
In a shocking case of food adulteration, Gujarat Police have busted an illegal factory allegedly manufacturing fake milk and buttermilk using detergent powder, urea fertiliser, and other hazardous chemicals. The unit, operating near Salal village in Prantij taluka of Sabarkantha district, had reportedly been supplying adulterated dairy products to nearby…