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Ministry of Coal and Damodar Valley Corporation Sign Major Coal Block Agreements

Official Press

15 Jan 2026

The Ministry of Coal has signed Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements with Damodar Valley Corporation for the Dhulia North, Mandakini B, and Pirpainti Barahat coal blocks. These agreements mark a milestone in enhancing India's energy security, projected to generate annual revenue of Rs. 4,621 crore and create over 66,000 employment opportunities.

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India-Sri Lanka HTA Workshop Commences for Health Technology Assessment

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has commenced a five-day Knowledge Exchange Workshop at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi to foster Health Technology Assessment (HTA) cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. This workshop aims to enhance strategic pathways for HTA institutionalization in Sri Lanka, promoting bilateral healthcare diplomacy

VOC Port Hosts Key Event on AI Advances in Maritime Operations

The V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority welcomed industry leaders and experts to discuss the future of AI in maritime operations as a prelude to the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026, emphasizing practical and policy implications within India's growing technology-led port infrastructure. Source: Original Link

India Hosts Global E-Waste Study Tour for Circular Economy

India launched a five-day International Study Tour in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Colombian Presidential Agency for International Cooperation (APC Colombia), bringing together policymakers from around the world to exchange insights on e-waste regulation and the circular economy. The event includes workshops and site visits to

President Droupadi Murmu Hosts Seychelles President in New Delhi, Commits to Enhanced Development Ties

During a significant state visit coinciding with key anniversaries, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized India's commitment to supporting Seychelles through development and security collaborations under the MAHASAGAR Vision. Source: Original Link

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India-Sri Lanka HTA Workshop Commences for Health Technology Assessment

VOC Port Hosts Key Event on AI Advances in Maritime Operations

India Hosts Global E-Waste Study Tour for Circular Economy

President Droupadi Murmu Hosts Seychelles President in New Delhi, Commits to Enhanced Development Ties