NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 18: India and Australia have agreed to intensify their science and technology collaboration through mission-driven, industry-linked research, following discussions between Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and Australian Assistant Minister Dr. Andrew Charlton MP. Five Joint Projects Under AISRF Round-16 The two Ministers reviewed the Australia–India Strategic Research…
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ICDS 2026 Bengaluru Advances Dam Safety Framework
Bengaluru: The two-day International Conference on Dam Safety (ICDS) 2026 concluded successfully in Bengaluru, bringing together policymakers, engineers, regulators, global experts and industry leaders to chart the next phase of India’s dam safety and water infrastructure reforms. The conference, which began on February 13, focused on strengthening dam safety governance…
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ICDS 2026 Boosts India’s Dam Safety Framework
The inaugural session of the International Conference on Dam Safety (ICDS) 2026 marked a significant milestone in India’s efforts to modernise and strengthen its dam safety framework, with the launch of key digital platforms and the release of comprehensive technical guidelines. Organised as a global forum on dam safety and…
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NCRR Strengthens Evidence-Based River Protection
The National Centre for River Research (NCRR) is playing a crucial role in strengthening India’s river conservation efforts by generating scientific evidence on river biodiversity and ecological health. Operating in project mode under the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, the Centre is supported by the National Mission for Clean…
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Andaman & Nicobar Biodiversity Key to India’s Security: Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, has underlined the critical importance of biodiversity in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, describing it as central to India’s environmental stability, economic security, and long-term climate resilience. Speaking during his visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Regional…
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PRAGATI Drives Irrigation Push Under Jal Shakti Ministry
New Delhi: The Ministry of Jal Shakti is leveraging the PRAGATI platform to fast-track major irrigation and water-resource projects, resolving long-standing bottlenecks and strengthening India’s water security framework. Water remains one of India’s most critical resources, directly influencing agriculture, food security, livelihoods, and economic growth. With climate variability, rapid urbanisation,…
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India Installs 200 Weather Stations in Metro Cities
New Delhi, January 16, 2026: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced the installation of 200 Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) across India’s four major metropolitan cities Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Pune during the 151st Foundation Day of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This initiative aims to strengthen hyper-local, real-time weather forecasting,…
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Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh to Attend Blue Food Security Summit in Israel
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, will undertake an official visit to Israel from 13–15 January 2026 at the invitation of Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Avi Dichter. The visit is part of the Second Global Summit on Blue Food Security:…
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India’s Forecast Leap: Mausam, BharatFS, 47 Radars
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has significantly stepped up its capability to predict disruptive weather driven by climate change, the government told the Rajya Sabha. Key upgrades under Mission Mausam include deployment of Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs), operationalisation of the Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) at 6 km resolution, and strengthened…
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India Boosts Disaster Prep: Dr Jitendra Singh at Summit
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted India’s strengthened disaster preparedness during the World Summit on Disaster Management held in Uttarakhand. The Minister announced the expansion of Uttarakhand’s weather radar network and meteorological infrastructure to enhance real-time forecasting and disaster response. Enhanced Meteorological Network in Uttarakhand Dr. Singh stated that three…