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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a significant increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Raw Jute for the 2026-27 season, setting it at Rs. 5,925 per quintal. This decision ensures a 61.8% return over the average production cost,
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Raw Jute for the marketing season of 2026-27, set at Rs. 5,925 per quintal, ensuring a return of 61.8% over the production cost. Source: Original Link
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned an increase in equity investment limits for POWERGRID. This approval allows POWERGRID to enhance its investment threshold from Rs.5,000 crore to Rs.7,500 crore per subsidiary, facilitating expanded operations in transmission projects and
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The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the North-South corridor of Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited from GIFT City to Shahpur. This 3.33-kilometer extension will include three elevated stations and is expected to be completed in four years at a cost of
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has sanctioned a significant expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport, with a budget of Rs.1,677 crore. This development aims to enhance aviation infrastructure and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley. The project encompasses a modern terminal building, increased passenger capacity,
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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
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The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, highlighted tourism’s role in cultural bridging, economic opportunity, and diplomacy at the Tourism Leadership Summit 2026. Emphasizing the alignment of tourism growth with environmental goals, he supported integrating AI and technology to enhance tourism experiences, as India aims to redefine its
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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is organising 'Him-CONNECT', an initiative to unite Himalayan researchers, industry, and policymakers, at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The event aims to facilitate collaborations and funding for innovative solutions addressing environmental challenges in the Indian
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The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal to change the name of the State of Kerala to Keralam. This decision will lead to the President of India referring the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the State Legislative Assembly of Kerala for review.
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The Ministry of External Affairs has announced the results of the computerized draw for selecting participants for the upcoming Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2025. The Yatra will start in June and conclude in August 2025. A total of 750 selected participants, distributed in 15 batches, will undertake the pilgrimage via Lipulekh
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The Government of India has advanced its Export Promotion Mission (EPM) by introducing seven new interventions intended to bolster the country's export ecosystem, especially for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This initiative aims to expand global market access, enhance competitiveness, and support MSMEs in their international trade
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Researchers at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences in Bengaluru have developed a novel nano soft gold–liquid crystal hybrid material, exhibiting high thermal stability and enhanced optical features. By utilizing molecular engineering, the team has synthesized an Au-LC composite with remarkable thermal properties, ranging from 27 °C