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Inauguration of Key Rail and Road Projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in West Bengal

Official Press

17 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for significant rail and road infrastructure projects valued at over ₹3,250 crore in Malda, West Bengal. The initiatives, including the introduction of the country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, aim to enhance connectivity and support development across West Bengal and the North-Eastern region.

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U.S. and India Deepen Nuclear Energy Cooperation

A delegation of U.S. industry leaders met with Dr. Jitendra Singh to discuss private investment opportunities in India's nuclear sector. The discussions highlighted India's Nuclear Energy Mission, the SHANTI Act of 2025, and collaborative opportunities in Small Modular Reactors and advanced nuclear technologies. Source: Original

Eastern Regional Agriculture Conference Set for May 19 in Bhubaneswar

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, will host the Eastern Regional Agriculture Conference in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on May 19, 2026. The conference will focus on the development of the agriculture sector and farmers' welfare. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan

SHE-MARTs Initiative Launched to Boost Women-Led Rural Markets

The Ministry of Rural Development, in partnership with DAY-NRLM and other stakeholders, held a two-day National Consultation in Bhubaneswar to discuss the implementation of SHE-MARTs across India. The initiative aims to develop community-owned, women-led marketing systems that integrate enterprise development and market access, moving away from subsidy-driven models. This effort

Shri Saurabh Vijay Appointed as CEO of UIDAI

Shri Saurabh Vijay, an Indian Administrative Service officer from the Maharashtra cadre, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). With a strong background in engineering and finance, Shri Vijay has previously held significant positions within the Government of Maharashtra, including roles

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U.S. and India Deepen Nuclear Energy Cooperation

Eastern Regional Agriculture Conference Set for May 19 in Bhubaneswar

SHE-MARTs Initiative Launched to Boost Women-Led Rural Markets

Shri Saurabh Vijay Appointed as CEO of UIDAI