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The Ministry of Labour and Employment in India has established the e-Shram portal to register and support unorganised workers such as gig and platform workers. The portal provides these workers with a Universal Account Number (UAN) for social security benefits. Recent developments include the integration of an Aggregator module and
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The enactment of the SHANTI Act aims to advance nuclear energy in India through a robust regulatory framework and innovative applications across various sectors. It designates the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board as a statutory regulatory body to ensure nuclear safety and compliance, supporting the country’s energy aspirations and sustainable
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India has taken significant strides in reducing its dependence on China for rare earth minerals by leveraging its own resources and enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities. Through initiatives by IREL (India) Limited, a Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, the country has established facilities for the integrated mining,
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The Department of Atomic Energy in India is overseeing the implementation of seventeen nuclear power reactors with a total capacity of 13,100 MW. The projects are being executed in various stages, including construction and pre-project activities across several locations such as Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Haryana. Monitoring and reviewing
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The Department of Atomic Energy of India has released a detailed strategy for managing nuclear waste amid plans to expand nuclear power output to 100 GW by 2047. This involves continuing the practice of processing and reusing nuclear fuel, using technologies such as vitrification and partitioning to reduce waste. The
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi convenes a meeting with AI industry CEOs and experts to discuss advancements and the role of AI in national growth, aligning efforts towards the IndiaAI Impact Summit and advancing the nation's leadership in AI technology. Source: Original Link
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The National Human Rights Commission of India has taken action following a protest by the Kalbelia community in Rajasthan, who are demanding designated burial grounds for their deceased. Currently, lacking specific burial grounds, the Kalbelia community is forced to use private lands, leading to confrontations and evictions. The NHRC has
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti has outlined significant measures to enhance the safety and operational performance of dams across India, particularly focusing on those over fifty years old. As part of the Dam Safety Act, 2021, annual inspections are mandated, categorizing dams into three levels of urgency. The Dam Rehabilitation
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The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) has made significant advancements in weather forecasting, climate services, and ocean research during 2024–25. This includes developments in early warning systems, the implementation of advanced technology-driven forecasting systems, and improvements in ocean forecasting capabilities. Key innovations include the Decision Support System (DSS), integrated
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The Ministry of Earth Sciences in India has significantly upgraded its weather observation network, improving disaster preparedness and response. With advancements made in the period from 2014 to 2025, existing systems have expanded to cover 87% of the country, enabling more accurate weather forecasts and disaster warnings via mobile alerts.
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In 2025, the Namami Gange Mission Phase-II achieved significant progress with the commissioning of 25 sewage treatment plants, creating a total sewage treatment capacity of 3,977 MLD as of December 2025. Water quality of the river Ganga has shown improvement, meeting bathing criteria in several regions, though some areas
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The Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) utilizes a new high-resolution grid model for more accurate weather predictions across India. It offers a 10-day forecast and aids in issuing early warnings to farmers, fishermen, and disaster-prone regions. Source: Original Link