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In a series of diplomatic activities, India has actively engaged with multiple countries through official visits and consultations. Highlights include the 13th India-Estonia Foreign Office Consultations set for February 2026, and high-profile visits by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to the United States and the President of Seychelles to
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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), a leading Maharatna CPSE, achieved notable sales growth during the April-January FY 2025-26 period, setting a record with 16.6 million tonnes sold, marking a 16% increase from the prior year. Significant improvements were also seen in logistics and market penetration, handling by the
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The Indian government, through the Ministry of Mines, has implemented several initiatives to bolster the exploration, mining, and processing of rare-earth minerals. The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research has identified substantial rare earth mineral resources along India's coastal regions and inland hard rock terrains. Despite having
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On 3rd February 2026, the Technology Advisory Group, under the Empowered Technology Group led by Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, convened to discuss the strategic roadmap for Robotics in India. This meeting, part of the office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, explored the future of robotics in India, emphasizing self-reliance and
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Paradip Port Authority has been honored with the First Prize at the Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025, recognizing its initiatives in cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation. Key efforts include public engagement in cleanliness drives, extensive plantation activities, and support for sanitation workers. This award, presented by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping
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On February 3, 2026, a video conference chaired by Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil and Gujarat's Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel assessed district-level progress on Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari in Gujarat with district collectors participating. Initiated on September 6, 2024, this initiative aims to make water conservation
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The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has initiated the National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM) to digitize livestock and related services across India. The mission aims to improve livestock productivity, disease control, and provide real-time information to livestock owners. Two mobile applications, "Bharat Livestock" and "1962,
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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda has launched India’s inaugural evidence-based guidelines for lung cancer treatment and palliative care. Unveiled before World Cancer Day, these guidelines aim to establish a standardized framework for clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes across India. They reflect India's commitment to
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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has launched its first Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) for 2026, inaugurated by Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian. Involving 80 selected students from diverse backgrounds, the initiative aims to promote human rights awareness and sensitization among youth, fostering their growth as human
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The Gross Value Added (GVA) in India's agriculture sector grew by 10.4% in 2024-25 according to provisional estimates. This growth is supported by a record foodgrain production of 3577.32 LMT, marking a 7.65% increase from the previous year. The government has continually assessed factors impacting
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The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), a Central Sector Scheme, aims to enhance post-harvest management infrastructure and promote community farming assets by providing medium to long-term debt financing. Launched in July 2020 and running until January 2026, the AIF has sanctioned ₹80,224.15 crore for over 150,000 projects, fueling
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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has reported a significant rise in oilseed cultivation in India, with production increasing to 429.89 lakh tonnes for the 2024-25 period. This growth, supported by initiatives such as the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds, aims to make the country self-reliant in