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India Announces Significant Investment in BioPharma and Chemical Parks

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03 Mar 2026

The government of India has announced a budgetary provision of ₹13,000 crore for Bio-Pharma SHAKTI and three dedicated chemical parks, with an aim to significantly enhance India's role in the global chemical sector. At a post-budget webinar, Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers Shri J P Nadda discussed how these initiatives align with the country's strategic growth objectives, including increasing the global market share in chemicals to 5-6% by 2030 and achieving a turnover of $1 trillion by 2040. The initiative underscores India's commitment to advancing biologics and biosimilars, strengthening infrastructure, and fostering collective growth across governmental and industrial sectors.

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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