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On February 2, 2026, an Air India Boeing 787-8 flight from London Heathrow to Bengaluru was grounded due to a reported issue with the left Fuel Control Switch. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) mandated the inspection and testing of the switch in collaboration with the Original Equipment Manufacturer
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The Government of India is investing heavily in transforming the Brahmaputra River into a key economic corridor to facilitate trade, transport, tourism, and sustainable water management in the Northeast. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal leads this initiative, which includes infrastructure development such as community jetties and ship repair facilities, as well
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Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh inaugurated the National Seminar on “New Age Fibre: Innovation, Research and the Road Ahead” in New Delhi. The event, organized by the Ministry of Textiles, discussed the potential of sustainable fibres to enhance India’s textile sector. The seminar emphasized on the significance
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Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah announced that Bastar, a region in Chhattisgarh, has become Naxal-free and unveiled plans for its development. He highlighted the government's efforts, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chhattisgarh government, to transform Bastar into a prosperous and fully developed region within the
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The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under India's Ministry of Finance conducted a workshop in New Delhi to discuss the implications of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Amendment) Act, 2026. The event, attended by officials from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India, legal experts,
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At the Third India-Nordic Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted significant advancements in India-Nordic relations, including a quadrupling of trade in the past decade. Emphasizing shared commitments to democracy, technology, and sustainability, he introduced new strategic partnerships, aiming for greater collaboration in green technology and innovation. The summit also addressed
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The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) conducted a One-day Community Awareness Programme on Dam Safety at Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Project in Himachal Pradesh on May 19, 2026. The event aimed to enhance public knowledge, disaster readiness, and inter-agency collaboration concerning dam safety and emergency response. Key figures such as
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Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressed the Eastern Regional Kharif Agriculture Zonal Conference in Bhubaneswar, announcing a comprehensive roadmap for advancing Eastern India's agriculture. Key initiatives include crop diversification, focus on pulses and oilseeds, balanced fertilizer use, and the launch of the nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan&
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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, speaking at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, reaffirmed India's dedication to Universal Health Coverage, digital health innovation, and global health solidarity. India is taking a comprehensive approach to expand access to quality healthcare through initiatives like the Ayushman Bharat
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has activated Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR in response to the air quality index (AQI) entering the 'Poor' category. The AQI reached 208, prompting a series of measures to control air pollution levels. These involve dust
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The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in India is driving digital transformation for small businesses via the TEAM Initiative, part of the World Bank-supported Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme. This initiative, run by the National Small Industries Corporation, uses the ONDC framework to help micro
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the newly elected Prime Minister of Iceland, Kristurn Frostadottir, during the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo. They discussed the India-European Free Trade Association Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement and its potential benefits for bilateral trade. Source: Original Link