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On World Health Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reinforces India's dedication to build a healthier society, urging collective efforts to enhance healthcare and individual wellness. Source: Original Link
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates scientists and engineers as India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam reaches criticality, marking significant advancement in the country's nuclear programme and paving the way to utilize India's thorium reserves. Source: Original Link
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Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, will visit Myanmar from April 8-11, 2026, to attend the inauguration of Myanmar's new President in Nay Pyi Taw. He plans to engage in bilateral talks on trade and development and meet the Indian diaspora in Yangon. Source: Original
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A significant structural settlement was reported on NH-32's Poondiyankuppam-Sattanathapuram section, leading to a 2.5-meter carriageway depression. Traffic has been diverted and fee collection suspended at Kothattai Fee Plaza. A foundation failure is suspected, and detailed investigations are underway. Source: Original Link
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The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security and Rashtriya Raksha University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a Testing Centre for security equipment used at airports in India. This collaboration aims to advance India’s self-reliance in aviation security by establishing indigenous facilities for equipment testing and certification aligned
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The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions introduced an AI-led governance strategy aiming to integrate artificial intelligence into government processes. Secretary Rachna Shah emphasized the importance of embedding AI into recruitment, grievance redressal, and employee service delivery, while ensuring strong data safeguards. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
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Shri Narendra Bhooshan, an IAS officer from the 1992 Uttar Pradesh cadre, assumes the role of Secretary for the Department of Land Resources in the Ministry of Rural Development, bringing over three decades of diverse administrative experience across various state and central government roles. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Mines has introduced amendments to the Mineral Concession Rules, 2026 to facilitate the inclusion of contiguous areas and associated minerals in mining leases. These changes aim to boost exploration and production of critical minerals, enhancing mineral supply and supporting industrial growth under the policy of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh released a report, 'Market for Textiles and Clothing: National Household Survey 2024,' detailing significant growth in India's domestic textile demand over 15 years. The study highlights a market size increase from ₹4.89 lakh crores in 2010 to ₹14.
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On April 6, 2026, a keel laying ceremony for Fast Patrol Vessel-4 (FPV-4) and a plate cutting ceremony for Fast Patrol Vessel-7 (FPV-7) were held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in Mumbai under the 14 FPV project for the Indian Coast Guard. These vessels are designed with modern technology, including
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The Department of Pensions and Pensioners’ Welfare successfully concluded its Digital Life Certificate Campaign 4.0 to enhance the welfare of pensioners through digital means. Held between November and March, the campaign achieved significant milestones, including the generation of 1.91 crore Digital Life Certificates (DLCs), with over 1.16
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted extensive drive tests in the West Bengal Licensed Service Area covering North 24 Parganas, Nadia districts, NH-12 route, and railway routes to assess mobile network quality. Various technologies (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) were evaluated for voice and data services, revealing high performance