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The CPGRAMS portal, used for grievance redressal by Central Ministries/Departments and State/UT governments, handled over 4.5 million grievances in the past two years, reducing average disposal times to 15-16 days at the central level. Grievance redressal performance metrics are improving, with a focus on transparency, accountability, and
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India is advancing its synthetic biology research under the BioE3 Policy, which focuses on biomanufacturing bio-based products. The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) support projects across various institutes for the scale-up and development of synthetic biology applications. Safety regulations are
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The Department of Atomic Energy highlighted the key provisions of the SHANTI Act in the Rajya Sabha, stating that it enables individuals to engage in nuclear energy research and innovation for peaceful purposes without requiring licenses. The act aims to support the development and deployment of new reactor technologies in
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India currently has a nuclear power capacity of 8,780 MW with 24 operational plants and is aiming for a capacity expansion of 13,100 MW by 2031-32, with ongoing projects and newly approved initiatives. Source: Original Link
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India aims to achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047, backed by initiatives such as the Nuclear Energy Mission and the SHANTI Act. The government plans to involve the private sector in nuclear power projects and develop five indigenous Small Modular Reactors by 2033. Currently, 17 nuclear reactors are
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The Department of Atomic Energy has disclosed details regarding the contributions and outcomes of the Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme in a recent parliamentary reply. Currently, 50 RRC positions have been sanctioned, with 25 active and 9 completed. Comprehensive research and policy framing activities associated with these positions have resulted
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The Indian government is focused on expanding its nuclear energy production by addressing various challenges including land acquisition, regulatory clearances, and public safety concerns. Initiatives to enhance nuclear plant safety and performance are ongoing with international cooperation and updated global standards. Source: Original Link
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The Department of Space announced that the geo-technical investigation and topography survey for the Third Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre is complete. With financial approval received in March 2025, civil works are currently underway. The project, targeting completion by March 2029, includes major upcoming milestones, and involves private
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The Indian Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has scrutinized the handling of financial incentives by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) for its scientists. The incentives, approved by the Ministry of Finance in 2001, were intended to be supported by CSIR's own financial resources.
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The Ministry of Communications has initiated several measures to facilitate the development of applications over 5G networks, including the establishment of 100 5G Use Case Labs across educational institutions. Source: Original Link
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The Department of Telecommunications' (DoT) Sanchar Saathi initiative, featuring the Chakshu facility, empowers citizens to report fraud communications. Since its inception, it has led to significant disconnections and blacklisting to prevent telecom resource misuse. The initiative works collaboratively with various national agencies using the Digital Intelligence Platform, reducing substantial
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The Ministry of Communications has announced significant progress in India's digital connectivity efforts. Under the BharatNet and 4G Saturation projects, over 214,000 Gram Panchayats now have broadband access and nearly 24,000 mobile towers have been installed, enhancing digital access to education, healthcare, and government services in