Rare Earth Elements
Recent analyses of coal-derived fly ash and bottom ash from the Singareni Thermal Power Plant and NLC India Limited reveal significant concentrations of Rare Earth Elements (REE). The Indian government has established the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) to promote the recovery of these minerals, allocating ₹100 crore for pilot
Coal Production
The Ministry of Coal announced that coal production in India has surpassed 1 billion tonnes in FY 2024-25, with a target of reaching 1.5 billion tonnes by 2029-30. The government is implementing various initiatives to boost domestic coal production and reduce imports, including legislative amendments, increased production targets, and
Assam
The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on July 28, 2025. The meeting was announced by the Prime Minister's Office via a post on social media. Source: Original Link
NITI Aayog
On July 23, 2025, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, Shri Suman Bery, presented India's Third Voluntary National Review (VNR) on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the UN High-Level Political Forum. The report emphasizes India's whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach, showcasing significant achievements in poverty alleviation, food security,
SHAPE 2025
The Army Hospital Research & Referral (AHRR) in New Delhi hosted the inaugural Armed Forces National Conference, SHAPE 2025, focusing on Sustainable Hospital Architecture and Planning. The event gathered over 275 experts from military and civil sectors to discuss sustainable healthcare infrastructure, emphasizing green technologies and patient-centric designs. The conference
Aadi Thiruvathirai
During the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, the Prime Minister emphasized the significance of the Chola Empire in India's history, highlighting its contributions to democracy, culture, and heritage. He celebrated the festival's culmination, the importance of Lord Shiva, and the need for unity and
Mann Ki Baat
Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' as a source of inspiration and learning, particularly highlighting the focus on Kaziranga National Park's avian biodiversity and the innovative AI-powered Grassland Bird Census. He emphasized the program's role
Indian Railways
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights the rapid emergence of Indian Railways as a global exporter of bogies, coaches, locomotives, and propulsion systems under the 'Make in India, Make for the World' initiative. During his visit to Alstom's Savli facility, he emphasized the importance of innovation, training
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya
The third convocation of Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya in Vadodara featured Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasizing the importance of logistics in national development and calling on youth to contribute to building a developed India. Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnav highlighted significant advancements in Indian Railways over the past 11 years,
Bihar
The Election Commission of Bihar reported key findings from the Enumeration Phase of the Special Initiative for Registration (SIR) conducted from June 24 to July 25, 2025. Over 7.24 crore out of 7.89 crore electors submitted their forms, indicating high participation. The initiative aims to ensure no eligible
NISAR
The upcoming launch of the NISAR satellite on July 30, 2025, from Sriharikota marks a significant milestone in Indo-US scientific collaboration. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that this mission will provide critical data for disaster management, agriculture, and climate monitoring, aligning with Prime Minister Modi's vision of
PHWR
The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) in India has accelerated the growth of Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) by engaging M/s TEMA India to manufacture high-efficiency distillation columns, essential for heavy water production. This initiative, backed by BARC and NPCIL, aims to support the expansion of India's