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Ministry of Tourism's Initiatives to Ensure Tourist Safety in India

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12 Feb 2026

The Ministry of Tourism has collaborated with various state governments and Union Territories across India to implement dedicated Tourism Police units and a 24x7 Multi-Lingual Tourist Helpline to enhance safety and support for tourists. Special focus has been placed on women's safety through initiatives such as the 'Safe Tourism Destination for Women' funded under the Nirbhaya fund. Furthermore, online systems for service provider recognition and accommodation approvals have been introduced to boost transparency and service delivery. Efforts to improve air connectivity with the Ministry of Civil Aviation are ongoing to promote lesser-known tourist destinations.

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India's Strategic Push to Bolster Deep-Tech Startups

The Indian Government is intensifying efforts to bolster deep-tech startups through various initiatives and programs. Central to this is the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme with a $14 billion corpus dedicated to advancing sectors like quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology. The National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations

National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem Update

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is actively supporting several research and development initiatives under the National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE). This includes the establishment of State Climate Change Centres (SCCCs) in 13 States/Union Territories of the Indian Himalayan Region and three Centres of Excellence

India's Progress in Green Hydrogen and Bio-Manufacturing Sectors

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) have achieved significant advancements in green hydrogen production and bio-manufacturing. CSIR has developed key technologies for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers. Meanwhile, the DBT's Bio-RIDE scheme supports bio-manufacturing and entrepreneurship, promoting bio-based alternatives. The Government

Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026 Inaugurated to Foster AI Integration in Education

The Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026 has commenced at Bharat Mandapam, marking a significant advancement in the integration of Artificial Intelligence into India's education system. Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the event, launching the Bodhan AI Centre of Excellence. The conclave serves as a national stage

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India's Strategic Push to Bolster Deep-Tech Startups

National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem Update

India's Progress in Green Hydrogen and Bio-Manufacturing Sectors

Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026 Inaugurated to Foster AI Integration in Education