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Indian Railways Expands Network with New Projects

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24 Feb 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved three new multi-tracking projects for the Indian Railways, extending its network by 307 kilometers across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand, with an estimated completion by 2030-31 at a cost of Rs 9,072 crore. These projects aim to significantly increase connectivity and operational efficiency while enhancing regional development and tourism.

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Indian Scientists Redefine Bacterial Gene Regulation

Researchers from the Bose Institute in collaboration with Rutgers University have challenged a long-standing model of bacterial gene regulation. The study finds that the transcription initiation factor in Bacillus subtilis, contrary to the established model primarily observed in E. coli, remains attached throughout transcription, rewriting assumptions about bacterial gene regulation

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Chairs 239th CBT Meeting to Enhance EPFO Operations

The 239th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) for the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) was chaired by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, resulting in several key approvals. The meeting saw the recommendation of an 8.25% interest rate for EPF for the financial year 2025-26, the adoption of

India Strengthens Global Education Ties at Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026

During the Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized India's transformative education initiatives under the National Education Policy 2020, advocating for international academic collaborations. The gathering, attended by diplomats from over 50 countries, highlighted India's emerging role

128th Induction Training Programme at LBSNAA: IAS Officers Meet President Droupadi Murmu

Indian Administrative Service officers inducted from the State Civil Services and participating in the 128th Induction Training Programme at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) called on the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. During this meeting on March 2, 2026, the President underscored

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Indian Scientists Redefine Bacterial Gene Regulation

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Chairs 239th CBT Meeting to Enhance EPFO Operations

India Strengthens Global Education Ties at Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026

128th Induction Training Programme at LBSNAA: IAS Officers Meet President Droupadi Murmu