Category: Govt

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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The fragrant kewra plant (Pandanus odorifer), widely known for its aromatic flowers used in perfumes, traditional sweets, and religious rituals, has an evolutionary history that stretches back far beyond human civilization. According to recent scientific research, the plant lineage existed millions of years before the formation of the Himalayas, making it one of the oldest surviving flowering plant groups in the Indian subcontinent.   Researchers found that the ancestors of the kewra plant were already thriving when the Indian tectonic plate was moving northward toward Asia. This means the species…

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India Post has achieved its highest-ever first-quarter revenue, crossing the ₹4,000 crore mark in the first quarter of the current financial year and registering a robust 22 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth, Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia announced. The milestone reflects the successful transformation of the Department of Posts into a modern, technology-driven and customer-centric organisation, driven by sustained reforms, digital innovation and operational efficiency.   The record financial performance has been attributed to strong growth across multiple business segments, including parcel and logistics services, premium postal…

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Researchers have developed a new ultra-sensitive ammonia sensor that can detect even trace amounts of the toxic gas, opening the door to portable, self-powered and wearable devices for real-time environmental monitoring and personal safety. The innovation is expected to significantly improve protection for workers in industries where ammonia exposure poses serious health risks.   The sensor is designed to operate without the need for an external power source by harvesting energy from its surroundings, making it suitable for continuous, on-the-go monitoring. Its high sensitivity, rapid response and low detection limit…

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Adani Airport Holdings Ltd. (AAHL), India's largest private airport operator, has announced the commencement of scheduled international operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), with Air India Express launching direct services between Navi Mumbai and Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), from July 15, 2026. The thrice-weekly service opens NMIA's international network in less than 200 days after the airport commenced domestic operations on 25 December 2025. It also makes every airport in AAHL's portfolio internationally connected, reflecting the rapid scale-up of India's newest greenfield international…

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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Drone Federation India (DFI), has launched the second edition of the National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR 2.0, 2026–27) under the SwaYaan initiative to strengthen India’s drone innovation ecosystem and promote indigenous technology development.   Launched at Electronics Niketan in New Delhi, the programme challenges students to develop smarter autonomous drones powered by the indigenously developed VEGA processor, a RISC-V-based microprocessor designed by C-DAC under MeitY’s Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) programme. The initiative aims to…

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The Indian Navy on Saturday commissioned the indigenously built advanced stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri into the Eastern Fleet at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam in the presence of Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, marking another major milestone in India’s drive towards defence self-reliance and maritime capability enhancement.   INS Mahendragiri is the sixth Project 17A stealth frigate to be inducted into the Navy within a span of about 18 months. Designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, the frontline warship has…

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The Ministry of Coal has notified South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, ‘SECL Ke Sushrut’, in the Gazette of India, marking a significant milestone in institutionalising the public sector undertaking’s healthcare-focused social welfare programme.   The gazette notification provides formal recognition to the initiative, reinforcing the Ministry’s commitment to promoting impactful CSR interventions that improve access to quality healthcare services, particularly in coal-bearing and remote regions.   ‘SECL Ke Sushrut’ has been designed to strengthen healthcare delivery by facilitating specialised medical services and improving access…

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Kolkata Metro Rail has achieved a significant construction milestone with Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) ‘Durga’ successfully completing a breakthrough on the Purple Line of the Joka–Esplanade Metro Corridor, paving the way for faster execution of one of the city’s key underground transit projects.   The breakthrough marks the successful completion of a crucial stretch of underground tunnelling, underscoring the steady progress of the Purple Line project. The achievement is expected to accelerate civil works and bring the corridor closer to operational readiness.   TBM ‘Durga’ bored through challenging geological conditions…

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Indian Naval Sail Training Ship (INS) Sudarshini has successfully concluded her port call at New York, USA, as part of the OKAYAN 2026 overseas deployment aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation, promoting India’s rich seafaring heritage and enhancing goodwill with partner nations.   During the visit, the ship participated in a series of professional, cultural and diplomatic engagements with the United States Navy, local authorities and the Indian diaspora. The port call provided an opportunity to foster maritime collaboration, strengthen people-to-people ties and showcase India’s centuries-old maritime traditions.   INS Sudarshini…

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