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Indian Railways Boosts Safety with Tripled ROB/RUB Construction

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10 Dec 2025

The Indian Railways has significantly enhanced its focus on safety by tripling the construction of Road Over Bridges (ROB) and Road Under Bridges (RUB) over the last decade. The construction jumped from 4,148 in the period 2004-2014 to 13,653 from 2014 to October 2025. This leap is attributed to joint surveys, standardized designs, and single-entity execution strategies. However, delays remain in states like West Bengal and Telangana owing to state government cooperation issues. The comprehensive plan includes tackling factors like land acquisition and design approvals to expedite project completion, as highlighted by the Union Minister for Railways in a recent address.

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India-Bhutan Strengthen Development Ties

India and Bhutan conducted Development Cooperation Talks in New Delhi, underscoring their strong bilateral partnership and reviewing development projects under Bhutan's 13th Five Year Plan (2024-2029). The discussions included approval of projects totaling INR/Nu. 10,000 crores, focusing on community development and economic stimulus. Source: Original Link

Prime Minister of India Welcomes New Ramsar Sites

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his delight over the inclusion of the Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat as Ramsar sites. These sites are recognized for their importance in wetland conservation and biodiversity. Modi congratulated the local communities and conservationists for their efforts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Punjab for Sant Guru Ravidas Ji Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Punjab on February 1, 2026, to commemorate the 649th Birth Anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas Ji. During the visit, Adampur Airport will be renamed as Sri Guru Ravidas Ji Airport to honor the saint and social reformer. Modi will also inaugurate the new Terminal

The Critical Role of Balanced Fertilization in Sustainable Agriculture in India

The Government of India is emphasizing balanced fertilization as vital for sustainable agriculture, highlighting the need for the appropriate use of both macronutrients and micronutrients. With initiatives like the Soil Health Card Scheme and the Nutrient-Based Subsidy in place, alongside the encouragement of regenerative agriculture practices, the country aims to

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India-Bhutan Strengthen Development Ties

Prime Minister of India Welcomes New Ramsar Sites

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Punjab for Sant Guru Ravidas Ji Birth Anniversary

The Critical Role of Balanced Fertilization in Sustainable Agriculture in India