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India Allocates Massive Budget for BioPharma and Chemical Parks

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03 Mar 2026

Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers J P Nadda announced a budget provision of ₹13,000 crore for the BioPharma SHAKTI initiative and three dedicated chemical parks, aiming for significant growth in India's chemical sector. The initiative seeks to enhance India’s share in the global chemical market to 5-6% by 2030, with an anticipated turnover of $1 trillion by 2040. The plan will also create opportunities in biosimilars, with a projected global market share translating to ₹2 lakh crore annually. The post-budget webinar emphasized collective effort across government, industry, and academia.

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India Highlights Digital Leadership at Mobile World Congress 2026

At the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated the Bharat Pavilion, showcasing India's growing role in global telecom innovation and digital ecosystems under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. The event saw participation from over 40 Indian companies, reflecting India'

India and Canada Lay Foundation for Renewed Partnership

During the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to India, both leaders emphasized the importance of building a future characterized by trust, innovation, and shared prosperity. This visit is seen as a milestone in establishing a stronger bilateral relationship between the two nations. Source: Original Link

NHRC Addresses Gorakhpur Drain Incident

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has addressed a tragic incident involving a boy's death due to an uncovered drain in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The NHRC has called for reports from local officials regarding alleged inaction and potential compensation to the boy's family, emphasizing

NHRC Probes Botched Cataract Surgeries in Uttar Pradesh Leading to Vision Loss

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has initiated an investigation into a series of botched cataract surgeries conducted at a private hospital in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. At least nine patients reportedly had their infected eyes removed, while nine others lost vision in one eye. The Commission has called

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India Highlights Digital Leadership at Mobile World Congress 2026

India and Canada Lay Foundation for Renewed Partnership

NHRC Addresses Gorakhpur Drain Incident

NHRC Probes Botched Cataract Surgeries in Uttar Pradesh Leading to Vision Loss