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India and Saudi Arabia have agreed to enhance their bilateral maritime relations through the establishment of a Joint Working Group (JWG) focused on shipping and logistics. This decision was made during a virtual meeting between Indian Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Saudi Minister Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser. The partnership aims
regulatory ecosystem
On August 19, 2025, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood chaired the fourth review meeting on improving India's regulatory ecosystem for medical products. The meeting focused on enhancing transparency and accountability in medical regulations, promoting innovation, and benchmarking state drug regulators. Key updates included the launch of the State Drug
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India and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have signed the Terms of Reference to initiate negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in Moscow. This agreement aims to enhance trade, support MSMEs, and diversify market access, with trade turnover reaching USD 69 billion in 2024. The FTA is expected to
Nuclear Energy
The Indian government has launched the Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat with a budget of ₹20,000 crore for the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) is working on several SMR projects, including Bharat Small Modular Reactors (BSMR-200) for repurposing retiring thermal power
Quantum Computing
The Government of India has launched the National Quantum Mission (NQM) with a budget of ₹6003.65 crore over eight years, establishing four Thematic Hubs focusing on Quantum Computing, Communication, Sensing, and Materials. The Quantum Computing T-Hub at IISc Bengaluru involves 30 researchers and 21 institutions, aiming to develop indigenous
Dairy Sector
The Ministry of Cooperation has launched White Revolution 2.0 to strengthen India's cooperative dairy sector, which contributes significantly to the national economy. The initiative aims to expand cooperative coverage, empower women, and promote sustainability in dairy farming. Key strategies include forming new dairy cooperatives, enhancing existing ones,
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia, emphasizing India's advancements in affordable broadband, UPI, and digital governance. Modi noted that these developments are now considered a global case study and expressed confidence that India will lead in the upcoming waves of 5G,
Lithium Batteries
The Government of India has approved the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery storage, with an investment of Rs. 18,100 Crore for a capacity of 50 GWh over five years. This initiative aims to boost domestic battery production, reduce import dependency, and lower manufacturing costs.
Dairy Sector
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) in India does not regulate milk prices, which are determined by market conditions. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for milk shows a moderate increase in prices. DAHD implements various schemes to enhance milk production and infrastructure, contributing to India's position
Shubhanshu Shukla
In a recent conversation, Prime Minister discussed the experiences of astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla after his space mission. Shukla shared insights on the challenges of adapting to microgravity, the importance of mental training, and the potential for growing food in space. He emphasized the excitement surrounding India's space program
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Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the significance of space experiments by Subhanshu Shukla, emphasizing India's role as 'Vishwabandhu' Bharat. He announced ambitious goals for India's space program, including the Gaganyaan mission by 2027, an Indian space station by 2035, and a Moon landing
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
India, as a party to the UNFCCC, reports its greenhouse gas emissions and has seen a reduction from 2019 to 2020. The government implements the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) to address climate change through various missions. Despite being a low emitter historically, India is committed to climate