India is set to achieve 75 lakh rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana by December 2026, according to the Union New & Renewable Energy Minister, Shri Pralhad Joshi. The initiative, further accelerated by the innovative Utility-Linked Aggregation model, seeks to expand affordable clean energy access,
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has launched a digital portal supported by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to provide training in patent filing and research paper writing. The initiative aims to bolster India's research capabilities by offering structured support to researchers, students, and innovators, thereby enhancing scientific
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) is inviting applications for the August-September term of their Internship Programme. Open to women aged 21-40 from non-tier-I cities and rural areas in India, the programme aims to engage interns in government initiatives related to the empowerment of women and children. Applications
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal met with West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari to advance a ₹19,209 crore investment agenda aimed at transforming the state into a significant maritime hub. This grand plan, part of the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, focuses on infrastructure development including ports, waterways,
The India-UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory was launched in New Delhi, marking a significant stride in the India-UK partnership for securing essential resources for clean energy and technological advancements. The initiative aims to enhance supply chain resilience and resource access through the collaborative efforts of India’s Ministry
The Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), has extended support to Bioneemtec India Private Limited to advance green chemistry-based pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. This project focuses on producing pharmaceutical intermediates, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), and drug delivery systems using environmentally sustainable processes. It aims to reduce import
Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, announced the launch of India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle by Maruti Suzuki in New Delhi. This initiative forms part of India's Aatma Nirbhar Bharat vision, focusing on reducing oil imports and boosting farmer income. Flex-fuel
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has introduced a face authentication protocol in the Civil Services Examination 2026 to combat impersonation and ensure examination integrity. The new system, developed with the National e-Governance Division and the Ministry of Electronics and IT, allows real-time candidate authentication using invigilators' smartphones. This
Scientists from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences have discovered the dynamic structural changes of molybdenum carbide during hydrogen evolution reactions, paving the way for the development of efficient, next-generation electrocatalysts for cost-effective hydrogen production. Source: Original Link
The Global Business Research Conference 2026, inaugurated by Shri Jitin Prasada at IIFT, addresses global trade and economic challenges amidst geopolitical shifts and highlights India's economic resilience. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' Mera Yuva Bharat has achieved a Guinness World Record for the largest number of participants in an online quiz within a week. Over 390,812 individuals completed the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders' Dialogue Quiz, demonstrating strong youth engagement towards India'