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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
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti reported the findings of the 2025 Dynamic Groundwater Resources Assessment, revealing an annual groundwater recharge of 448.52 BCM in India. The report categorizes assessment units based on ground water extraction levels to target conservation efforts. Various government initiatives like Jal Shakti Abhiyan and Atal
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The Ministry of Science & Technology has implemented several programs to promote the development and research initiatives of young scientists in India. Key schemes include the Scheme for Young Scientists and Technologists, WISE Fellowship for Ph.D., Vigyan Jyoti Programme, and the INSPIRE schemes, among others. These initiatives aim to
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India has implemented a robust system for nuclear safety in its civilian nuclear facilities, overseen by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB). The AERB enforces safety and security regulations through an Integrated Management System (IMS) and ensures compliance through regular inspections and international standards alignment. Emergency readiness is also prioritized
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The Government of India has initiated a ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Fund targeting deep-tech sectors, administered by the Department of Science & Technology under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation. This initiative aims to catalyze private investment in cutting-edge technologies and strengthen industry-academia collaborations in areas such
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The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research (AMD), under India's Department of Atomic Energy, is actively exploring and enhancing the country’s reserves of critical minerals such as niobium, tantalum, beryllium, and rare earths among others. These minerals are essential for India's nuclear energy and
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The National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy – 2020, though initially a draft without budget allocation, spurred key R&D initiatives by the Indian government. These initiatives aim to bolster the nation's research infrastructure and innovation capabilities across sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, and technology. Significant advancements in
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The responsibility for managing nuclear facilities and ensuring safety in the nuclear sector has been placed on private operators by the Indian government. Under the SHANTI Act, these operators must provide compensation for nuclear incidents and maintain insurance for such payments. This was announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh in a