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The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation announced a 5.2% year-over-year growth in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for February 2026. This growth is supported by a 6.0% increase in the Manufacturing sector. The data, compiled from various source agencies and subject to later revisions, showed positive
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Under the Government of India’s Skill India Mission, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has enhanced training programs through the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF). This framework organizes qualifications based on various skill levels and facilitates the integration of vocational and general education. Significant achievements include the alignment
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The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has initiated the transfer of its indigenous bio-bitumen technology, developed using agricultural biomass and crop residues, for scaling up in the road infrastructure industry. This sustainable innovation, a collaborative effort between CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) and CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR-IIP)
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The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated Rs. 1,06,530.42 crore to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, marking a 10% increase from the previous fiscal year. Key initiatives include a customs duty exemption on new cancer drugs, training health professionals, and expanding AYUSH institutions to meet global
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Researchers from the Raman Research Institute have been studying the complex behavior of Ultraluminous X-ray sources (ULXs) in the galaxy M74. Their work has revealed the influence of a wobbling accretion disk and an internal wind which cause variations in luminosity and energy distribution. Using a new spectral model, they
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Researchers at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) have developed a method to recycle spent graphite from lithium-ion batteries. This recycled graphite, when combined with platinum catalysts, improves the functionality and durability of fuel cells by enhancing electronic conductivity and methanol tolerance. This breakthrough
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The Indian government has achieved a major milestone in banking accessibility by ensuring 99.92% of villages have nearby banking outlets within a 5 km radius, facilitated by the Jan Dhan Darshak App for GIS monitoring. Despite challenges like connectivity and infrastructure, efforts continue under RBI and state guidelines to
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The Ministry of Finance has implemented several measures to bolster the Kisan Credit Card ecosystem, aiming to improve credit access and digital inclusion for farmers, particularly small and marginal ones. These initiatives include revised Priority Sector Lending guidelines by the Reserve Bank of India, an interest subvention scheme, increased collateral-free
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The Indian Government and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have implemented various strategies to sustain an uninterrupted flow of credit to rural sectors, ensuring support for agriculture, small and medium enterprises, and self-help groups. Key initiatives include extending Kisan Credit Card coverage, revising Priority Sector Lending Guidelines, and increasing the
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government of India, is actively improving the dissemination and accessibility of social and environmental statistics, which are vital for policymaking and research. Through digital initiatives like the India SDG Dashboard and e-Sankhyiki portal, MoSPI has provided centralized access to crucial data. In
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its eSankhyiki portal and revamped website to improve data discovery and user interaction. Technological advancements, including AI-enabled chatbots, streamline data processing and enhance the accessibility of reports, aligning with efforts to modernize the National Sample Survey
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The Census 2027 of India is set to begin in April 2026 and marks a shift to digital data collection, with options for self-enumeration. The process will involve over 3 million enumerators using a secure online system and mobile app. The government has allocated ₹11,718.24 crore for this