Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal’s recent visit to Brussels has given fresh momentum to the long-pending India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with both sides reaffirming strong political commitment to conclude a modern and mutually beneficial deal. The two-day visit, held on January 8 and 9,…
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India Boosts Fertilizer Security with 73% Domestic Supply
India marked a major milestone in agricultural self-reliance in 2025 as domestic fertilizer production met nearly 73 percent of the country’s total requirement, significantly reducing dependence on imports. The achievement reflects the steady progress of the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission and underscores the government’s sustained efforts to strengthen fertilizer security for…
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India Enters Futuristic Healthcare Era: Dr Jitendra Singh
India is undergoing a historic transformation in healthcare, moving beyond the long-standing battle against infectious diseases towards a future defined by genomics, biotechnology and personalised medicine. This shift was highlighted by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh, who said the country is now…
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IREDA Gets Fifth Straight ‘Excellent’ MNRE Rating
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) has once again demonstrated its strong institutional performance by securing an ‘Excellent’ rating in its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for the financial year 2024–25. This marks the fifth consecutive year that IREDA has achieved…
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TEC, IIT Kanpur Sign MoU to Boost India’s Telecom Standards
In a significant move to strengthen India’s leadership in next-generation communication technologies, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). The collaboration aims to advance India-specific telecom standards,…
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Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir 2026 Focuses on Mining Reforms
The Ministry of Mines is organising the Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir–2026 from January 8 to 10 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, aiming to strengthen Centre–State coordination and address key regulatory and developmental challenges in India’s mining sector. The three-day national conclave is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping policy direction…
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PM Modi Hails ICGS Samudra Pratap Commissioning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the commissioning of Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap, describing it as a significant milestone in India’s maritime journey and a strong endorsement of the country’s vision of self-reliance in defence. Responding to a post by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on social…
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NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26: Govt Boosts Fertilizer Subsidy
The Government of India has approved the Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for the Rabi 2025–26 season, covering Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers, including DAP and NPKS grades. Effective from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, the scheme ensures affordable access to fertilizers while promoting balanced soil nutrition and sustainable…
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CSIR-NPL at 80: India Aligns with Global Solar Norms
On the 80th Foundation Day of the CSIR–National Physical Laboratory (NPL), Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated two world-class facilities, reinforcing India’s leadership in environmental governance and solar metrology. The event marked the launch of the world’s second “National Environmental Standard Laboratory” and the world’s fifth “National Primary Standard Facility…
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Amit Shah to Inaugurate NDDB Nutrition CSR Conclave
In a significant step towards strengthening nutrition security and combating child malnutrition, Union Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will inaugurate the National CSR Conclave organised by the NDDB Foundation for Nutrition on January 6 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The conclave aligns with Prime Minister Shri…