news
The India AI Impact Expo 2026, hosted by the IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, will exhibit AI innovations aimed at driving societal and economic value. This international event, held from February 16-20, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, features over 400 exhibitors and expects
news
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution in India is enforcing the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability Amendment Order, 2025 (VOPPA). This order requires edible oil firms to register on the National Single Window System and file monthly returns. The Department of Food and Public Distribution has
news
The Ministry of Railways announced a significant milestone for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project with the successful completion of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar, Maharashtra using the New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM). This achievement marks progress in a project that is expected to begin commercial operations in Gujarat next
news
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a clarification regarding a potential issue observed with the fuel cut off switch of an Air India Boeing B787-8 aircraft. During a flight on February 1, 2026, the aircraft's crew encountered difficulties with the fuel control switch during engine start in
news
NITI Aayog, in partnership with the Tripura Institution for Transformation, held its 3rd Regional Dialogue on the State Support Mission in Agartala, Tripura. The event aimed to enhance cooperative federalism by facilitating shared learning and reform implementation among Eastern and North-Eastern States/UTs, advancing their strategic growth aligned with the
news
President of India, Droupadi Murmu, attended the convocation ceremony of Fakir Mohan University in Balasore, Odisha, where she highlighted the importance of education in mother tongue, drawing inspiration from Fakir Mohan Senapati. She emphasized universities' roles in fostering inclusive growth, innovation, and societal transformation. The President encouraged graduates to
news
The Defence Research & Development Organisation has successfully demonstrated the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet technology, a step placing India among elite nations with this capability. The test was conducted at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha, confirming the performance of all systems involved. This advancement aids the development of
news
Researchers from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences uncovered the historical evolution of Kaziranga National Park, home to the one-horned rhinos, by analyzing sediment cores from its wetlands. These studies showed that climate changes, vegetation shifts, and human activity have greatly influenced the park’s ecosystem over millennia. This research
news
Researchers at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, have developed a lead-free, self-powered photodetector that offers strong performance and environmental stability. Source: Original Link
news
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, virtually inaugurated significant sports infrastructure projects and facilities in India, reflecting the government's strategy to bolster the nation's sporting ecosystem through the Khelo India Scheme with a ₹120 crore investment. Source: Original Link
news
The Government of India is intensively promoting electric vehicles (EVs) and the associated infrastructure to enhance the sector. This initiative includes the implementation of several schemes such as the FAME India Scheme, PM E-DRIVE Scheme, and Production Linked Incentive Schemes. Substantial financial allocations under these schemes aim to facilitate EV
news
The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, initiated by India's Ministry of Heavy Industries, has significantly increased electric vehicle adoption by providing demand incentives for various EV segments. The scheme supports nearly 28 lakh EVs with incentives contributed to reducing upfront costs for