Month: February 2026

Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, J P Nadda, today virtually inaugurated the Liver Transplant Unit and formally launched the Advanced Robotic Surgery System at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar, marking a significant upgrade in tertiary healthcare services in Odisha and Eastern India. With the commissioning of the state-of-the-art surgical robotic platform, AIIMS Bhubaneswar becomes the first Government medical institution in Odisha to operationalise a comprehensive robotic surgery programme.   The new Liver Transplant Unit will provide advanced treatment for end-stage liver disease, reducing the need for…

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Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects valued at over ₹1,500 crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port).  The projects focus on strengthening green energy adoption, digital transformation, and core infrastructure development at the port.  Key initiatives include:  Deployment of renewable energy systems, including solar and green hydrogen infrastructure  Introduction of advanced digital platforms such as a Digital Twin system for real-time operations  Upgradation of rail, road, and power connectivity  Strengthening maritime security systems  The Minister stated that the…

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India and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral cooperation in the postal sector, marking a significant step towards deepening institutional collaboration between the two countries.   The MoU aims to promote the exchange of best practices, knowledge-sharing and capacity-building initiatives in areas such as postal operations, digital transformation, logistics and financial services. Both sides expressed confidence that the agreement will facilitate modernization of postal networks and improve service delivery.   The partnership is expected to foster collaboration in technology-driven solutions, including e-commerce logistics, track-and-trace systems and…

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, inaugurated India’s first Namo Bharat Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) and dedicated the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor to the Nation today. The project is aimed at enhancing regional connectivity, ensuring faster and more efficient commuter movement, and promoting sustainable transport solutions.   Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that the launch of Namo Bharat services marks a transformative step in India’s urban transport ecosystem. He observed that the corridor will significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut, offering a modern, reliable…

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  # Decision Reflects Shared Vision Between Leadership and Organisation to Strengthen Social Impact and Public Service Initiatives    Dr. Bhargav Mallappa will continue serving as the National Deputy Chairman of the People Forum of India after the National Chairman Dr. S. Manimozhyaan formally declined to accept his resignation and urged him to remain in office in view of the organisation’s ongoing social responsibilities and long-term mission.   In an official communication issued on sunday, the National Chairman acknowledged Dr. Mallappa’s sustained contributions to the organisation’s administrative strengthening and grassroots…

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