Dr. Bhargav Mallappa, National Chairman and Founder of the Akhila Sevak Samaj Council (ASSC), met Dr. Dinesh Sharma, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) from Uttar Pradesh and former Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, during a courtesy meeting in New Delhi. The meeting focused on issues related to national development, public welfare, youth empowerment, and the importance of strengthening social initiatives through collaborative efforts. Both leaders exchanged views on the role of community organisations in supporting inclusive growth and contributing to India's development. Dr. Bhargav Mallappa appreciated Dr. Sharma's contribution…

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# Event Blueprint Finalised at High-Level Meeting Chaired by Former Delhi Finance Minister Shri Jagdish Mukhi with Delhi Minister Shri Kapil Mishra In a major initiative to promote rural entrepreneurship, traditional craftsmanship, and sustainable livelihoods, a week-long Pre-Diwali Cow-Based Products Fair will be held at Delhi Haat, Janakpuri, from November 1 to 7, 2026. The event roadmap was discussed in detail during a high-level meeting led by Shri Jagdish Mukhi, former Finance Minister of Delhi and former Governor of Assam and several other states, along with Shri Kapil Mishra, Delhi's…

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# Companies allege restrictive eligibility norms curtailed competition, seek independent probe and warn of potential revenue loss exceeding ₹500 crore M/s Skylark Infra Engineering Pvt. Ltd. and Sri Sai Enterprises and Developers Pvt. Ltd., participants in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi’s (MCD) tender for implementation of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) System at 154 Delhi border entry points, have submitted separate representations to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, urging the government to suspend the tender process until the Delhi High Court delivers its verdict in the matter. The companies have…

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The Indian Navy is set to commission ‘Malvan’, the latest Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), in a significant boost to India’s coastal defence and maritime security capabilities. The commissioning marks another milestone in the country’s drive towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.   Designed specifically for anti-submarine warfare operations in coastal and shallow waters, Malvan is equipped with advanced underwater sensors, sophisticated sonar systems, lightweight torpedoes, and modern anti-submarine weaponry. The vessel is capable of detecting, tracking, and neutralising underwater threats while also undertaking…

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The Indian Navy is set to commission ‘Malvan’, the latest Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), in a significant boost to India’s coastal defence and maritime security capabilities. The commissioning marks another milestone in the country’s drive towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.   Designed specifically for anti-submarine warfare operations in coastal and shallow waters, Malvan is equipped with advanced underwater sensors, sophisticated sonar systems, lightweight torpedoes, and modern anti-submarine weaponry. The vessel is capable of detecting, tracking, and neutralising underwater threats while also undertaking…

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The Indian Navy is set to commission ‘Malvan’, the latest Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), in a significant boost to India’s coastal defence and maritime security capabilities. The commissioning marks another milestone in the country’s drive towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.   Designed specifically for anti-submarine warfare operations in coastal and shallow waters, Malvan is equipped with advanced underwater sensors, sophisticated sonar systems, lightweight torpedoes, and modern anti-submarine weaponry. The vessel is capable of detecting, tracking, and neutralising underwater threats while also undertaking…

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In a major boost to India’s biotechnology and bio-based manufacturing sector, the Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has extended financial support to M/s K. N. Biosciences (India) Private Limited, Hyderabad, for the commercialisation of an indigenous technology to produce C-Phycocyanin from Spirulina.   C-Phycocyanin is a high-value natural blue pigment-protein extracted from Spirulina and is widely used as a natural food colourant, nutraceutical ingredient, cosmetic additive, pharmaceutical component, and fluorescent biomarker in biomedical research. With the global demand for natural pigments rising steadily,…

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India has achieved a significant milestone in global food standards with the adoption of three international Codex standards for spices at the 49th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) held in Geneva, Switzerland. The achievement reinforces India’s growing leadership in developing science-based global food standards and is expected to boost international trade in Indian spices.   The Commission adopted the Codex Standards for Dried Coriander Seeds and Fresh Curry Leaves, both developed under India’s chairmanship. In addition, the Codex Standard for Large Cardamom, developed under India’s co-chairmanship, was also…

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The Ministry of Ayush has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Delhi to strengthen research, innovation, and the sustainable utilisation of medicinal plants in India. The collaboration aims to combine scientific expertise with traditional knowledge to promote evidence-based research, conservation, and the development of herbal resources for healthcare and industry.   Under the partnership, both institutions will work together on interdisciplinary research projects, capacity building, academic collaborations, and knowledge exchange. The MoU seeks to encourage innovation in medicinal plant cultivation, conservation strategies, phytochemical studies, quality assurance,…

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