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Royal Netherlands Navy Frigate Visits Kochi for Strengthening Maritime Ties

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06 May 2026

The Royal Netherlands Navy's frigate 'HNLMS De Ruyter' and a high-level naval delegation led by Major General (Royal Marines) Rob De Wit visited Kochi to enhance maritime cooperation and engage in bilateral exercises with the Indian Navy. This visit marks a significant step towards reinforcing naval collaboration and exploring training and industrial cooperation avenues between the Netherlands and India.

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India and EU Launch Joint €15.2 Million EV Battery Recycling Initiative

The Government of India and the European Union have introduced a €15.2 million initiative to enhance the recycling of electric vehicle (EV) batteries under the India-EU Trade & Technology Council. This effort seeks to secure raw materials, advance a circular economy, and fortify India-EU relations. The joint programme will

Indian Steel Sector Shows Growth in April 2026

In April 2026, the Indian steel sector experienced significant growth, with increases in crude and finished steel production and consumption, driven by strong domestic demand. The sector also saw an uptick in trade activities and continued investment in capacity expansion and green steel initiatives. Steel prices recovered across categories, reflecting

National Health Authority Hosts AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon Finale

The National Health Authority, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will hold the finale and showcase of the AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon on May 8-9, 2026, at IISc Bengaluru. The event aims to highlight innovative AI solutions for enhancing health claims management. Source: Original Link

Swasth Bharat Portal: Transforming India's Health Infrastructure

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched the Swasth Bharat Portal. This new platform integrates multiple health programme systems through API-based architecture, reducing the administrative burden and improving data interoperability. The portal is aligned with the Ayushman Bharat Health Account for secure data exchange and aims for significant

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India and EU Launch Joint €15.2 Million EV Battery Recycling Initiative

Indian Steel Sector Shows Growth in April 2026

National Health Authority Hosts AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon Finale

Swasth Bharat Portal: Transforming India's Health Infrastructure