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The Government of India and the European Union have introduced a €15.2 million initiative to enhance the recycling of electric vehicle (EV) batteries under the India-EU Trade & Technology Council. This effort seeks to secure raw materials, advance a circular economy, and fortify India-EU relations. The joint programme will
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In April 2026, the Indian steel sector experienced significant growth, with increases in crude and finished steel production and consumption, driven by strong domestic demand. The sector also saw an uptick in trade activities and continued investment in capacity expansion and green steel initiatives. Steel prices recovered across categories, reflecting
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The National Health Authority, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will hold the finale and showcase of the AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon on May 8-9, 2026, at IISc Bengaluru. The event aims to highlight innovative AI solutions for enhancing health claims management. Source: Original Link
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The Royal Netherlands Navy's frigate 'HNLMS De Ruyter' and a high-level naval delegation led by Major General (Royal Marines) Rob De Wit visited Kochi to enhance maritime cooperation and engage in bilateral exercises with the Indian Navy. This visit marks a significant step towards reinforcing naval
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched the Swasth Bharat Portal. This new platform integrates multiple health programme systems through API-based architecture, reducing the administrative burden and improving data interoperability. The portal is aligned with the Ayushman Bharat Health Account for secure data exchange and aims for significant
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The WAVES Doc Bazaar is returning for its 2026 edition, alongside the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival in Mumbai. This event serves as a platform for documentary, animation, and short filmmakers to collaborate, receive mentorship, and access global markets. The 2026 edition will also debut an Immersive Market for virtual
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the significance of selfless service and compassion towards all beings. He emphasized that such conduct brings inner peace and contributes to the welfare of society. Source: Original Link
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NITI Aayog unveiled the Central Prabhari Officer (CPO) Portal, targeting improved real-time governance and efficient last-mile service delivery in Aspirational Districts. By fostering transparent interactions among stakeholders, the initiative aims to make governance more responsive and data-driven. Source: Original Link
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The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has released a special issue of its research journal, 'Sanchar Madhyam', to mark 200 years of Hindi journalism. Shri Harivansh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, emphasized the transformative power of communication and innovation in nation's progress during the
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The Indian Ocean Ship Sagar, INS Sunayna, docked at Yangon Harbour on May 4, 2026, as part of India's maritime engagement in the region. This visit coincides with Chief of the Naval Staff Adm Dinesh K Tripathi's arrival, emphasizing strengthened maritime relations between India and Myanmar.
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Shri Jual Oram, Hon’ble Union Minister of Tribal Affairs, led a meeting to assess the development of Eklavya Model Residential Schools nationwide. These schools aim to provide high-quality residential education to Scheduled Tribe students from Classes VI to XII. The session was attended by senior officials from various government
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The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, approved the Cotton Productivity Mission, aimed at revitalizing India's cotton sector. The mission, spearheaded by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, intends to boost productivity, farmers' income, and ensure quality cotton supply, aligning with the 5F vision