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The Competition Commission of India has given the green light for the merger of A1 Agri Global, B.N. Agritech, and Salasar Balaji Overseas into BN Agrochem, consolidating edible oil operations under one entity. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering of women at the Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, inaugurating projects worth Rs 6,350 crore. He highlighted the government's commitment to women's empowerment, economic participation, and policy-making. Modi stressed the importance of Nari Shakti as a pillar of a
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated several development projects in Varanasi, emphasizing women's empowerment and connectivity enhancements in the region. The projects include infrastructure for transportation and communication, health facilities, and initiatives to bolster women's economic participation through self-help groups. Modi also reiterated his commitment to implementing
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways organized a National Consultative Workshop in New Delhi aimed at advancing India’s maritime sector in alignment with the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. The workshop focused on Centre-State synergy, digital integration, and port-led growth, underscoring improvements in port performance and new initiatives
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The Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced a three-year fee waiver for sports-related intellectual property (IP) registrations in India, aiming to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship within the sports sector. During the World Intellectual Property Day event, he highlighted the Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team'
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated several developmental projects in Varanasi, emphasizing the role of women empowerment in India's progress. Multiple infrastructure projects, including new railway connections and healthcare facilities, were launched to improve connectivity and service delivery. PM Modi reiterated his commitment to women's reservation in
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Union Minister of Education conducted a high-level review of NIT Kurukshetra and IIEST Shibpur, focusing on student well-being. Key measures include hostel and faculty upgrades, engagement SOPs, and preparing a framework for HEIs to foster campus culture. An Apex Committee and a high-level committee have been constituted to address these
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The Ministry of Ayush has begun preparations for the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 with a high-level Core Committee Meeting. The event will build on past successes and foster coordinated efforts across numerous Indian government departments to enhance the global reach and impact of yoga. Source: Original Link
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In a landmark move, the Ministry of Coal in India has signed Coal Mine Development Agreements for four mines, incorporating Underground Coal Gasification provisions for the first time. This step marks a shift towards cleaner and efficient coal utilization, enhancing India's energy security and reducing dependence on imported
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The Ministry of Steel has inaugurated new skill development training courses at the National Institute of Secondary Steel Technology (NISST), Mandi Gobindgarh. Led by Secretary Sandeep Poundrik, the initiative aims to enhance the employability of ITI students and workers in the secondary steel sector by providing industry-relevant skills. As the
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The Union Minister for Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi, and Bihar Chief Minister, Shri Samrat Choudhary, inaugurated a new MSME Technology Centre in Sikandarpur, Bihta, Patna, along with four Extension Centres in Muzaffarpur, Rohtas, Darbhanga, and Munger. The facilities aim to enhance technical
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On 25 April 2026, India successfully met an unprecedented peak power demand of 256.1 GW without any shortages, maintaining electricity exports to neighboring countries. The achievement was supported by a 65 GW capacity addition during FY 2025-26, ensuring system preparedness to meet high demand conditions. Electric power was supplied