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Dr Jitendra Singh Launches Central Facility at BRIC-RGCB

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01 Mar 2026

Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated a state-of-the-art Central Facility for Recombinant Cells and Sensors at BRIC-RGCB, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The Rs 60 crore facility aims to enhance drug discovery, medical, and Agri genomics. The event highlighted India's shift towards a bio-driven economy with biotechnology as a pivotal sector for future growth. The Minister also announced a new GMP facility to aid production of CAR-T and cell therapies. India's bioeconomy, growing rapidly with substantial policy support, is set to expand up to $300 billion. Collaboration among research sectors is encouraged to harness biotechnology for economic and health advancements.

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Air Commodore B S Vijay Rao Takes Command of Base Repair Depot in New Delhi

On March 1, 2026, Air Commodore B S Vijay Rao, recognized with the Vishisht Seva Medal for distinguished service, assumed the role of Air Officer Commanding at the Base Repair Depot, Palam, New Delhi. With a commendable career in the Indian Air Force starting in 1995, spanning key field and

Prime Minister Inaugurates Infrastructure Projects Worth ₹4,400 Crores in Madurai

Prime Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects worth over ₹4,400 crore in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. These projects aim to enhance connectivity, economic growth, and job creation across the region. Key projects include the four-laning of Marakkanam–Puducherry and Paramakudi–Ramanathapuram stretches, improvements in the railway network, and new FM relay transmitters.

Workshop Explores Creative Science Communication on National Science Day 2026

The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research and the Indian National Science Academy jointly held a workshop at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, to discuss innovative methods for science communication. Eminent speakers and 150 students attended the sessions focused on bridging the gap between scientific research and society. Source:

Jammu to Host National Governance Conference on March 3, 2026

The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, along with the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, will host a National Governance Conference on the theme "Holistic Development of Districts: Transforming Governance for Viksit Bharat" on March 3, 2026, in Jammu. The conference will showcase and disseminate award-winning governance

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Air Commodore B S Vijay Rao Takes Command of Base Repair Depot in New Delhi

Prime Minister Inaugurates Infrastructure Projects Worth ₹4,400 Crores in Madurai

Workshop Explores Creative Science Communication on National Science Day 2026

Jammu to Host National Governance Conference on March 3, 2026