ELSA 3
The Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE) published a report detailing the ecological consequences of the ELSA 3 shipwreck in the Arabian Sea. The investigation revealed significant pollution from petroleum and heavy metals, affecting marine life, including zooplankton, fish eggs, and seabirds. The study emphasizes the need for
Swachhata Hi Seva
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has initiated the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2025, themed 'Swachhotsav', starting from September 17, 2025. The campaign aims to enhance citizen participation in cleanliness efforts across India, focusing on the removal of garbage, eco-friendly celebrations, and the welfare of sanitation
Poshan Maah 2025
The Ministry of Women and Child Development conducted community counselling sessions in Sheopur and Mandla, Madhya Pradesh, as part of Poshan Maah 2025. The sessions focused on promoting balanced nutrition, addressing obesity, and educating adolescents about Body Mass Index (BMI). Participants learned about the importance of traditional foods and healthy
India-UAE relations
Shri Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry, visited the UAE to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties. He co-chaired the UAE-India Business Council Roundtable, discussing key projects and inviting businesses to explore opportunities in both countries and beyond. The visit highlighted India's economic growth
Special Campaign 5.0
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs is participating in the Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to 31, 2025, focusing on cleanliness, efficient record management, and timely disposal of pending matters. The campaign includes a Preparatory Phase for identifying pending references and an Implementation Phase emphasizing holistic cleanliness and e-waste
Mauritius
H.E. Dr. Avinash Ramtohul, Minister for Information Technology, Communication and Innovation of Mauritius, visited C-DOT in Delhi, where he expressed interest in advanced telecom solutions including the Early Warning System and Cyber security measures. The visit aimed to foster collaboration in emergency alerting and telecom innovation, highlighting the importance
Agricultural Disaster Resilience
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in collaboration with the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM), organized a workshop in New Delhi to enhance agricultural disaster preparedness in light of climate-induced hazards. The event gathered policymakers, scientists, and experts to discuss proactive measures for managing risks, including updating the
Biotechnology
At the SYMRESEARCH 2.0 conference, Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized biotechnology as the cornerstone of India's future economy and healthcare, likening it to the IT revolution of the 1990s. He highlighted significant growth in the biotech sector, government initiatives like the Bio-E3 policy, and the importance of integrating
Swachhata Hi Seva
The Ministry of Textiles is celebrating the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' 2025 Campaign, a nationwide initiative focused on promoting cleanliness and hygiene. Activities include cleaning drives by the National Jute Board and the Jute Corporation of India, a plantation drive by the Central Cottage Industries Corporation, and an awareness
President of India
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, is scheduled to visit Gaya, Bihar on September 20, 2025, to perform puja at the Shri Vishnupad Temple. Source: Original Link
Special Campaign 5.0
The Government of India has launched Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2025, focusing on cleanliness, space management, and reducing pending references in government offices. The preparatory phase began on September 15, 2025, with target identification and planning. The previous campaign achieved significant milestones, including successful
Swachhata Hi Seva
On September 19, 2025, the Ministry of Law and Justice organized a comprehensive cleanliness drive at Shastri Bhawan as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. The initiative focused on cleaning ladies' and gents' public toilets, including those maintained by the CPWD, and all corridors in the building.