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India launched its first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel, marking a significant milestone in sustainable waterway transport. The vessel, operating on a hydrogen fuel cell with zero emissions, was flagged off by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in Varanasi. Built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd, the 24-meter catamaran can carry 50
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The IndiaAI Mission, partnered with Central Square Foundation and EkStep Foundation, has announced a global Call for Use Cases for a Casebook focusing on AI's real-world impact in education. This initiative seeks to compile successful AI applications improving learning, teaching, and accessibility in education, especially across developing economies.
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Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, underscored the pivotal role of the Indian diaspora in transforming India’s mining sector to global standards during the Pravasi Rajasthani Divas in Jaipur. He emphasized the diaspora's contributions in investment and innovation, aiding efforts to enhance mining
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The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Durgadas Uikey, addressed the Lok Sabha regarding the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). The initiative aims to bolster resources for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through the establishment of 1000 Multipurpose Centers (MPCs), of which all
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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) reaffirms its commitment to monitoring Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms as per the CRZ Notification, 2019. Under this framework, development activities in CRZ-I and CRZ-IV areas require clearance from MoEFCC, while activities in CRZ-II and CRZ-III are handled by respective Coastal
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The Indian Ministry of Tribal Affairs has approved significant funding for initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure and economic opportunities in tribal areas of Telangana. The Pradhan Mantri Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (PM DA JGUA) will address infrastructure deficiencies by funding projects such as the construction of hostels, classrooms,
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The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has significantly enhanced its weather forecasting capabilities by integrating advanced technologies. The government's Mission Mausam initiative, which includes the implementation of Doppler Weather Radars and the Bharat Forecast System, has expanded radar coverage to 87% of India's total area. These advancements
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The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has significantly bolstered its climate-related services and forecasting capabilities through various initiatives and collaborations. Notably, the establishment of the National Framework for Climate Services (NFCS) aligns with the Global Framework for Climate Services, aiming to provide tailored climate information. The IMD has also enhanced its
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Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, the Minister of State for Communications, announced that 5G services are now available in all states and union territories of India, covering 99.9% of the districts. As of October 31, 2025, over 5 lakh 5G Base Transceiver Stations have been installed countrywide by telecom service
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The Union Cabinet's approval has paved the way for the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) Phases II and III, focusing on the rehabilitation and safety enhancement of 736 dams across 19 states in India. The project, costing Rs. 10,211 crores, aims for completion by 2031. It
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On December 11, 2025, the Ministry of Jal Shakti provided an update on the India's efforts to restore traditional water bodies like lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Through various government schemes such as PMKSY-HKKP, RRR of WBs, and AMRUT 2.0, the government focuses on providing financial assistance, implementing
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The Atal Bhujal Yojana is a community-driven groundwater management scheme aimed at enhancing water management across seven Indian states by encouraging grassroots-level conservation measures and improving institutional frameworks. The scheme focuses on digital technologies like GIS and real-time monitoring for data-driven water resource management, as part of broader initiatives by