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India Waives Customs Duty on Petrochemical Imports Amid West Asia Conflict

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02 Apr 2026

The Government of India has announced a full exemption of customs duty on certain key petrochemical products until June 2026, aiming to mitigate the effects of supply chain disruptions caused by conflict in West Asia. This temporary measure targets sectors reliant on petrochemical feedstocks and intermediates, such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, to reduce cost pressures and ensure product availability.

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India's Initiative in Manufacturing Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

The Government of India is taking measures to boost its capability in the manufacturing of Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPMs), aiming for self-reliance in this strategic sector. Despite India's rich reserves of Rare Earth Elements (REEs), the complexity of extraction processes and limited industrial capabilities have resulted in

MoES Advances Climate Research and Early Warning Systems in India

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) in India has been proactive in addressing climate change through comprehensive research and advanced early warning systems. By collaborating with various research institutions, the ministry supports initiatives to enhance the understanding and prediction of severe weather events, ensuring timely dissemination of warnings and preparedness.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Emphasizes Citizen-Centric Governance at Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the evolving mantra of 'Nagrik Devo Bhava', urging for public services to be more sensitive and technology-savvy, and stressed the importance of a collective government approach during his address at the Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah, coinciding with the Capacity Building Commission's foundation

Prime Minister Highlights Importance of Technology and Capacity Building in Public Service

Prime Minister addressed the significance of technology integration, capacity building, and citizen-centric governance during the ‘Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah’. Emphasizing the need for a skilled workforce and modernization, the Prime Minister underlined the shift towards a duty-focused public service. The event also marked a key moment for the Capacity Building Commission

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India's Initiative in Manufacturing Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

MoES Advances Climate Research and Early Warning Systems in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Emphasizes Citizen-Centric Governance at Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah

Prime Minister Highlights Importance of Technology and Capacity Building in Public Service