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Indian Army Executes Landmark High-Altitude Eye Camp in Ladakh

Official Press

30 Apr 2026

The Indian Army, in collaboration with local authorities and medical experts, conducted a high-altitude surgical eye camp, 'Op Netra 1.0', at 153 General Hospital in Leh, Ladakh from April 27-30, 2026. Led by Brigadier (Dr.) Sanjay Kumar Mishra, the team treated 950 patients, performing complex surgeries to restore sight to 15 visually impaired individuals. Additionally, the Op Netra App was launched to improve patient management. This initiative is part of a broader effort that has conducted over 2,500 sight-restoring surgeries nationwide since November 2025.

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Lok Sabha Speaker Extends Buddha Purnima Greetings with Message of Enlightenment

Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla, on the eve of Buddha Purnima, shared a message of enlightenment and deep reflection on the teachings of Gautama Buddha. Urging citizens to pursue self-reflection, awareness, and compassion, Shri Birla emphasized the continued relevance of Buddha's Middle Path, the Four Noble Truths,

UPI Celebrates 10 Years as World's Largest Real-Time Payment Platform

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), launched in 2016 by the National Payments Corporation of India under the Reserve Bank of India, marks its 10th anniversary. UPI has grown exponentially, now processing over 24,162 crore transactions annually and exceeding a value of ₹314 lakh crore in FY 2025-26. With participation

Historic Railway Link Connects Jammu and Kashmir Directly by Passenger Train

For the first time, Jammu and Kashmir are directly connected by passenger train through the Vande Bharat Express, enhancing mobility, boosting tourism, and integrating regional economies. The rail link, flagged off by the Ministry of Railways, promises faster travel, enriched cultural interaction, and improved trade logistics. Source: Original Link

DPIIT and Chamber India Join Forces to Enhance Startup Ecosystem

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Chamber India to bolster the startup ecosystem in India. This partnership focuses on fostering innovation-led growth through greater engagement between startups, businesses, investors, and global partners. Key features include a 50% rebate on

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Lok Sabha Speaker Extends Buddha Purnima Greetings with Message of Enlightenment

UPI Celebrates 10 Years as World's Largest Real-Time Payment Platform

Historic Railway Link Connects Jammu and Kashmir Directly by Passenger Train

DPIIT and Chamber India Join Forces to Enhance Startup Ecosystem