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President of India, Droupadi Murmu, attended the convocation ceremony of Fakir Mohan University in Balasore, Odisha, where she highlighted the importance of education in mother tongue, drawing inspiration from Fakir Mohan Senapati. She emphasized universities' roles in fostering inclusive growth, innovation, and societal transformation. The President encouraged graduates to
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The Defence Research & Development Organisation has successfully demonstrated the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet technology, a step placing India among elite nations with this capability. The test was conducted at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha, confirming the performance of all systems involved. This advancement aids the development of
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Researchers from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences uncovered the historical evolution of Kaziranga National Park, home to the one-horned rhinos, by analyzing sediment cores from its wetlands. These studies showed that climate changes, vegetation shifts, and human activity have greatly influenced the park’s ecosystem over millennia. This research
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Researchers at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, have developed a lead-free, self-powered photodetector that offers strong performance and environmental stability. Source: Original Link
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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, virtually inaugurated significant sports infrastructure projects and facilities in India, reflecting the government's strategy to bolster the nation's sporting ecosystem through the Khelo India Scheme with a ₹120 crore investment. Source: Original Link
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The Government of India is intensively promoting electric vehicles (EVs) and the associated infrastructure to enhance the sector. This initiative includes the implementation of several schemes such as the FAME India Scheme, PM E-DRIVE Scheme, and Production Linked Incentive Schemes. Substantial financial allocations under these schemes aim to facilitate EV
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The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, initiated by India's Ministry of Heavy Industries, has significantly increased electric vehicle adoption by providing demand incentives for various EV segments. The scheme supports nearly 28 lakh EVs with incentives contributed to reducing upfront costs for
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The Indian government's Union Budget for 2026-27 underscores a commitment to strengthening national security, with a record allocation for the Ministry of Defence, emphasizing modernization, self-reliance, and veterans' welfare. A total of ₹7.85 lakh crore has been allocated, marking a significant increase over previous years, with
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In an effort to enhance global cooperation in combating terrorism, India hosted a groundbreaking Capacity Building Programme focusing on Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT). The initiative, targeting representatives of Central Asian Republics, addressed emerging challenges such as cryptocurrency misuse and crowdfunding for terrorist activities. Experts from various Indian agencies,
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The Government of India has extended its Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) to further develop border villages. Following the initial focus on northern border villages (VVP-I), VVP-II has now been launched for villages along international land borders in 15 States and 2 Union Territories. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure and
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has embarked on the modernization of Sashastra Seema Bal, incorporating advanced surveillance technologies like Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and CCTV systems with facial recognition. A significant allocation of funds over the years underscores these efforts. Continuous training and human resource development complement this modernization drive, enhancing
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The Government of India has intensified its strategic and developmental efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism under the 'National Policy and Action Plan to address LWE', initiated in 2015. This multi-pronged approach involves substantial security enhancements, socio-economic development, and community rights protection aimed at eradicating LWE influences and