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The 7th edition of the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' between the Indian Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force has started in Chaubattia, Uttarakhand. With 120 members from each side, this iteration aims to bolster defence ties through collaborative tactical exercises. Source: Original Link
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Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, interacted with a youth delegation from Darjeeling at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, highlighting the importance of preserving cultural heritage while embracing development. The discussions covered various topics, including outmigration, sustainable tourism, and sports infrastructure. Source: Original Link
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The Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) held its Strategic Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, focusing on Integrated Water Resource Management and strategies for sustainable governance. Key speakers emphasized community-led water conservation and international technological collaboration. The conclave highlighted the importance of merging scientific research with practical, community-driven solutions to
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The Enforcement Task Force (ETF) of the Commission for Air Quality Management convened for its 126th meeting to assess inspection and enforcement activities addressing air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR) from February 4 to February 18, 2026. During this period, 318 inspections were conducted by flying squads, resulting
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced its recommendations for the upcoming auction of radio frequency spectrum in bands identified for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). The recommendations cover various aspects including auctioning spectrum across several frequency bands, conditions for participation, pricing, and extension of spectrum validity. Notably, TRAI
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned a substantial expansion project for the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport, estimated at Rs. 1,677 crore. This enhancement will bolster aviation infrastructure in the Kashmir Valley, with a new terminal building designed to accommodate
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a proposal to increase the equity investment threshold for POWERGRID. Under the new approval, the threshold for subsidiary investments will increase from Rs.5,000 crore to Rs.7,500 crore, providing POWERGRID with greater flexibility
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The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced a significant initiative aimed at reducing road dust pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR) through the signing of four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). These MoUs involve collaboration between the Public Works Departments of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan,
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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