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The Indian Railways has commenced the Niryat Cargo Express, a new assured rail service running from the Ichhapuri Container Terminal in Gurugram to Mundra Port. This service, operating as a double-stack container train, aims to provide exporters with a faster, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solution, minimizing delays and logistics expenses.
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The Indian Coast Guard has expanded its fleet with the commissioning of the ICGS Amulya, a Fast Patrol Vessel, at a ceremony in Goa. This Adamya-class vessel, built with over 60% indigenous components, represents a significant step towards defense self-reliance under India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Fitted with advanced diesel
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The Government of India has launched the PM E-DRIVE scheme with a financial allocation of Rs. 2,000 crore to establish public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country, including in tribal and backward areas. The scheme supports proposals from government bodies, state enterprises, and private players, offering subsidies
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The Indian government has allocated Rs. 2,000 crore under the Pradhan Mantri E-DRIVE scheme to enhance the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure nationwide. The initiative will see the implementation of infrastructure solutions like battery swapping stations and EV charging stations across metros, smart cities, and major towns.
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The Government of India has introduced a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme named the 'National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage', in place of the FAME Phase-II Scheme. With a budget allocation of Rs. 18,100 crore, this initiative aims to foster a competitive domestic manufacturing
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The PM e-Bus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) Scheme is progressing with a Rs. 3,435.33 crore outlay. Over 38,000 electric buses are targeted, with 13 States/UTs having submitted necessary Direct Debit Mandates to RBI. CESL concluded tenders for over 6,198 electric buses, issuing letters for 4,
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The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for the automobile sector is advancing localization with 18 applicants achieving Domestic Value Addition (DVA) certificates for 131 AAT products as of mid-December 2025. The PLI-Auto initiative, with an investment of ₹25,938 crore, focuses on establishing a robust domestic supply chain and encouraging
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The Ministry of Heavy Industries in India has launched the National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage, a ₹18,100 crore Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, to develop 50 GWh of domestic ACC manufacturing capacity. This move aims to reduce dependency on imports and secure supply chains for
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The Indian Ministry of Tourism plans to establish city-level convention promotion bureaus to enhance the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector starting in 2026. These bureaus will operate as independent entities in collaboration with stakeholders to position India as a leading MICE destination globally. The initiative was announced
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Researchers from Raman Research Institute have revealed that the intergalactic medium (IGM) may significantly impact the measurement of galactic halos, potentially causing overestimation. By utilizing models, the study suggests that contributions from the IGM account for more ionized oxygen than previously assumed, emphasizing the need for revised measurement techniques in
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The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) launched the Good Governance Week 2025 with the nationwide campaign 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore', emphasizing grassroots service delivery and grievance redressal. The campaign involves district collectors in organizing camps for direct citizen engagement and aims to enhance transparency and
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The Union Environment Minister, Shri Bhupender Yadav, chaired a crucial review meeting to tackle the worsening air pollution in Delhi-NCR. Multiple directives were disseminated to ensure visible improvement in air quality, including promoting CNG/EV buses, managing traffic congestion, and banning construction during high-pollution periods. Monthly reviews at the ministerial