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The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation reported a 4.8% growth in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for January 2026 compared to January 2025. This increase is primarily driven by a 4.8% growth in the Manufacturing sector and a 5.1% rise in the Electricity sector. The
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Researchers from the Bose Institute in collaboration with Rutgers University have challenged a long-standing model of bacterial gene regulation. The study finds that the transcription initiation factor in Bacillus subtilis, contrary to the established model primarily observed in E. coli, remains attached throughout transcription, rewriting assumptions about bacterial gene regulation
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The 239th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) for the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) was chaired by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, resulting in several key approvals. The meeting saw the recommendation of an 8.25% interest rate for EPF for the financial year 2025-26, the adoption of
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During the Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized India's transformative education initiatives under the National Education Policy 2020, advocating for international academic collaborations. The gathering, attended by diplomats from over 50 countries, highlighted India's emerging role
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Indian Administrative Service officers inducted from the State Civil Services and participating in the 128th Induction Training Programme at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) called on the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. During this meeting on March 2, 2026, the President underscored
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted an Independent Drive Test in Samastipur district, Bihar to evaluate mobile network performance for voice and data services. The test assessed call setup success rate, drop call rate, download/upload speeds, and latency across different technologies (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G). Major findings
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NITI Aayog held a two-day national workshop to promote natural farming under its State Support Mission. Participants included farmers, policymakers, scientists, and start-ups. The workshop featured the launch of training manuals in English and Hindi, aiming to provide practical natural farming knowledge. Acharya Devvrat Ji addressed the audience, emphasizing sustainable
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President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the need for women's empowerment during the 'Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi' event. Highlighting government initiatives, she stated that true empowerment occurs when women can make independent decisions and have access to equal opportunities. Murmu urged societal responsibility in supporting women's
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During a joint press briefing held in Delhi, Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, announced significant advancements in economic, technological, and defense collaborations between the two nations. This remarked Prime Minister Carney's first official visit to India, with promises to
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In the wake of economic uncertainty, India has emerged as a fast-growing economy focusing on self-reliance and global trade partnerships. With noteworthy growth in electronics, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and defense manufacturing, the country is bolstering its export resilience through strategic policies and sector-specific incentives. Cumulative exports have reached substantial figures, showcasing
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) published results from an Independent Drive Test (IDT) evaluating mobile network quality in Bikaner District, Rajasthan. The test measured performance metrics like call setup success rates and data speeds to help consumers and motivate Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) to enhance their services. Source:
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The India AI Impact Summit 2026 served as a major event in the AI landscape, marking new global commitments for responsible AI adoption and substantial investment promises. Countries and entities united to issue the India AI Impact Summit Declaration, highlighting international collaboration. The event also showcased India's expansion