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India and Iceland conducted the 4th Foreign Office Consultations in Reykjavik on March 23, 2026, reinforcing their relations through discussions led by Shri Sibi George of India's Ministry of External Affairs and H.E. Mr. Martin Eyolfsson from Iceland's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The conversations focused
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump to discuss the situation in West Asia, emphasizing India's support for de-escalation and peace restoration. They agreed on the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure. Source: Original Link
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On World TB Day 2026, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, launched a national initiative to further India’s goal of eliminating tuberculosis (TB) ahead of global targets. Underlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, the country has witnessed significant advancement in TB reduction.
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs conducted a National-Level CSR Conclave themed "Empowering Tribals through CSR and Pledging Partnership for Tribal Upliftment" in New Delhi. Union Minister, Shri Jual Oram, highlighted the focus on CSR initiatives in resource-rich tribal areas, advocating for corporate accountability. The event unveiled a "
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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has achieved a significant milestone through its PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with over 26 lakh rooftop solar installations and disbursed financial aid of ₹17,967 crore across India since its launch in 2024. Aimed at bringing solar energy to one
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The Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) have announced a collaborative clinical study focusing on Ayurveda as an adjunct therapy for tuberculosis treatment. This initiative, which is part of India’s science-led integrative healthcare strategy, aims to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurveda regimens alongside standard anti-tuberculosis treatments
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Under the PM-KUSUM scheme, over 21.77 lakh farmers across India have benefited from solar agriculture pumps and plants as of December 31, 2025. This demand-driven initiative allocates capacity based on state demands and achieved milestones, with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy providing significant financial assistance to ensure
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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has reported significant advancements in bioenergy projects, focusing primarily on biomass co-firing in thermal power plants. This initiative has effectively reduced fossil fuel usage and mitigated carbon emissions by 5.7 million tonnes of CO2 since 2019-20. Despite these successes, challenges persist, including
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India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is advancing its Green Hydrogen Mission by awarding substantial manufacturing, production, and supply projects to multiple companies. This initiative aims to position India as a global hub for green hydrogen, involving significant commitments in electrolyser manufacturing, green hydrogen and ammonia production,
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India is making significant progress toward eliminating tuberculosis by 2025, thanks to a 21% reduction in new cases and a 28% decline in mortality from 2015 to 2024. Under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, over 20 crore individuals have been screened, and more than 28 lakh TB patients have been
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The PM-KISAN scheme, initiated in February 2019, has successfully delivered over ₹4.27 lakh crore in 22 installments to support farmers. Offering ₹6,000 annually in three parts via Aadhaar-linked bank accounts, the scheme is reported to enhance farmers' income, agricultural productivity, and risk management capabilities. Evaluations indicate significant
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The Ministry of Rural Development has announced the 'Namo Drone Didi' scheme, aiming to empower rural women by introducing modern agricultural practices through drone technology. The scheme provides extensive financial support and training to Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) to enhance efficiency and productivity in agriculture, thereby diversifying