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ICDS 2026: A Step Towards Reinforcing Dam Safety and Climate Resilience

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14 Feb 2026

The International Conference on Dam Safety (ICDS 2026), a joint initiative by India's Ministry of Jal Shakti, the Central Water Commission, and Karnataka's Water Resources Department, is being held in Bengaluru under the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) Phase II & III. The conference affirms India's commitment to dam safety governance, climate resilience, and modernising water infrastructure. The event features discussions on regulatory frameworks, innovations in dam safety, and international collaboration, aiming to enhance safety standards and implement the Dam Safety Act, 2021 effectively.

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India Launches Rs. One Lakh Crore Urban Challenge Fund

Cabinet Approves Noida Metro Extension from Sector 142 to Botanical Garden

Cabinet Approves Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

Cabinet Approves Rs. One Lakh Crore for Urban Transformation