Day: 27 June 2026

The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) has inaugurated the world’s first hydrogen production facility based on the Copper–Chlorine (Cu–Cl) Thermochemical Cycle, using nuclear heat generated from the Fast Breeder Test Reactor. The breakthrough marks a major milestone in India’s clean energy and advanced nuclear technology programme.   The facility employs the innovative Copper–Chlorine thermochemical process to produce hydrogen by utilizing high-temperature nuclear heat, significantly improving energy efficiency while reducing carbon emissions compared to conventional hydrogen production methods.   The project demonstrates India’s capability to integrate advanced nuclear technologies with hydrogen…

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu launched the first ‘Easy Connect’ flight from Varanasi, marking a significant step towards improving seamless air connectivity for passengers.   The ‘Easy Connect’ initiative is designed to simplify travel by enabling smoother connections between flights, reducing transit hassles and enhancing the overall passenger experience. The programme aims to improve connectivity between regional and major airports while making air travel more convenient and efficient.   The launch aligns with the government’s vision of strengthening regional air connectivity and enhancing the country’s aviation infrastructure.…

The Indian Embassy in Iceland, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), organised the first-ever Indian Mango Promotion Events in Iceland to showcase India’s premium mango varieties and expand their presence in the Nordic market.   The promotional campaign highlighted the rich taste, quality, and diversity of Indian mangoes, offering consumers, importers, retailers, and food industry stakeholders an opportunity to experience popular varieties such as Alphonso, Kesar, and Banganapalli. The events also served as a platform to strengthen trade ties and explore new export…

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah will launch the cooperation-based ride-hailing service ‘Bharat Taxi’ in Gujarat, marking a significant step towards expanding the cooperative movement into the transport sector.   Developed on the cooperative model, Bharat Taxi aims to provide an alternative to existing app-based cab aggregators by ensuring greater benefits for drivers. Under the initiative, drivers will become members of the cooperative, enabling them to receive a larger share of the earnings while reducing dependence on private platforms.   The initiative is expected to strengthen the…