March 13, 2026

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CSIR-IMMT Signs Key Agreements with Russian Institutions to Boost Critical Mineral Research and Collaboration

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New Delhi: In a significant step toward advancing India’s capabilities in critical mineral processing and sustainable resource development, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), through its flagship minerals research institute CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (IMMT), has signed two Joint Declarations of Intent (JDIs) with premier Russian institutions. The agreements were formalized…

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Odisha CM Approves Major Hike in Allowances and Incentives for Police Personnel

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday approved a substantial increase in uniform allowances and extra duty incentives for police personnel across the state. The decision reflects the state government’s commitment to building a more responsive, motivated, and people-centric policing system. As per an official press release, the annual uniform allowance for personnel…

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“Viksit Gaon, Viksit Odisha”: CM Majhi Champions Rural Development on National Panchayati Raj Divas

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Puri: As Odisha observed National Panchayati Raj Divas, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to rural transformation, declaring that “without rural development, the progress of Odisha and India is impossible.” The statement came during a grand state-level celebration in Puri on Thursday, where the Chief Minister highlighted the pivotal role of…

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Odisha’s KBK Region to Witness Major Railway Transformation Under Amrit Station Scheme

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Bhubaneswar: In a transformative stride toward infrastructure modernization and regional development, Indian Railways has launched a massive station redevelopment initiative under the Amrit Station Scheme, targeting key railway hubs across Odisha’s KBK (Kalahandi-Balangir-Koraput) region. This ambitious project is designed to elevate railway stations in the region to international standards, equipping them with cutting-edge amenities, green…

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Odisha Approves ₹1,191 Crore Renewable Energy Projects in 10th Single Window Committee Meeting

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Bhubaneswar: Marking a significant stride in Odisha’s journey towards clean and sustainable energy, the State Government has granted in-principle approval to seven renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of 149.97 MW. The projects, with a total proposed investment of ₹1,191.47 crore, were approved during the 10th Single Window Committee (SWC) meeting held under the…

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Similipal Tiger Reserve Declared as National Park in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj District

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards wildlife conservation and ecological preservation, the Odisha government has declared a part of Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Mayurbhanj district as a National Park. The Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department issued an official notification today marking the declaration. Spanning a total area of 2,306.61 square kilometers, STR is…

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PM Modi Inaugurates ₹13,480 Crore Development Projects in Bihar on Panchayati Raj Day; Vows Justice for Pahalgam Attack Victims

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Madhubani, Bihar: On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, laid the foundation stone, and dedicated to the nation multiple development projects worth over ₹13,480 crore in Madhubani, Bihar. These projects span key sectors including electricity, railways, healthcare, and rural infrastructure, aimed at boosting Bihar’s development and creating new employment…

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India Launches National Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025-26 Aiming for 100% Immunization by 2026

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New Delhi: Marking a pivotal step in India’s journey towards eradicating preventable childhood diseases, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, today virtually launched the National Zero Measles-Rubella (M-R) Elimination Campaign 2025-26. The launch coincided with the first day of World Immunization Week (April 24–30), reaffirming India’s commitment to achieving zero measles…

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India’s First-in-Human Gene Therapy Trial for Haemophilia Marks Milestone in Biotech Progress: Dr. Jitendra Singh

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Bengaluru: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Wednesday hailed India’s first-in-human gene therapy trial for Haemophilia as a landmark achievement during his visit to BRIC-inStem, a premier research institution under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). The trial, conducted in…

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TDB Backs Plant-Based Indoor Air Purification System by Urban Air Labs to Improve Indoor AQI

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New Delhi: In a significant push toward indigenous clean air solutions, the Technology Development Board (TDB), operating under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has extended financial assistance to M/s Urban Air Labs Private Limited, Gurugram. The funding supports their project titled “Development & Commercialization of a Made in India Efficient Wall-Mounted Air-Purification System…

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