Category: Govt

The Coal Employees' Forum has urged the Union Ministry of Coal to immediately raise the minimum monthly pension to ₹10,000, introduce Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), and strengthen medical and social security benefits for retired coal workers covered under the Coal Mines Family Pension Scheme (CMPFS-1971) and the Coal Mines Pension Scheme (CMPS-1998). Addressing a press conference at the Press Club of India, Coal Employees' Forum President Biman Mitra, Jt GS Mou Mukherjee, and General Secretary Chanchal Banerjee ,  Executive Committee Member Laxman Kalwala said the Forum is a non-political platform…

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General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), today launched the indigenously developed Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel in New Delhi. Developed jointly by the Indian Army and Oil Marketing Companies, the specialised fuel will enhance the mobility, safety and operational availability of combat and logistics vehicles in extreme climatic conditions. The technology also has wider civilian use in high-altitude and severe winter regions and represents a significant step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat.   Developed under the Government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the advanced diesel is engineered to operate efficiently in…

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Indian Railways has achieved a historic milestone in the field of healthcare by successfully transporting a live donor heart by train for the first time in India. The life-saving organ was transported from Surat to Ahmedabad aboard Train No. 20901 Mumbai Central-Gandhinagar Capital Vande Bharat Express, ensuring its safe and timely arrival for transplantation at the U.N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre, Ahmedabad.   The swift operation was facilitated through a coordinated green corridor involving railway authorities, healthcare teams and local administration. The successful mission demonstrates the potential…

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In a step towards enhancing commuter convenience and improving toilet facilities along the National Highway network, NHAI has launched a nationwide initiative for the development of world-class public toilet facilities at the toll plazas.  The initiative aims to provide clean, hygienic, accessible, and user-friendly sanitation facilities for highway commuters.   Under the programme, NHAI will upgrade existing toilet infrastructure and construct modern facilities equipped with essential amenities, including separate sections for men and women, facilities for persons with disabilities, adequate water supply, proper lighting, and regular maintenance. The initiative is…

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The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first-ever sea shipment of value-added flavoured makhana (fox nuts) from Bihar to Canada, marking a significant milestone in India’s agri-export sector.   The consignment highlights the growing global demand for processed and value-added agricultural products while showcasing Bihar’s GI-tagged makhana in international markets. Sea shipment offers a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to air freight, enhancing the competitiveness of Indian exports.   The initiative is expected to boost exports of value-added makhana, increase farmers’ income, strengthen food processing,…

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Mumbai, 24th July 2026, The NM Joshi Marg Police have registered a case against The Bar Stock Exchange, Lower Parel, following a complaint regarding the public performance of music. The complaint, FIR No. 0312/2026, was filed on 24th July by Sandeep Gaikwad of Novex Communications Pvt. Ltd. The complaint states that from 26th December 2025 onwards, more than 21 popular Bollywood tracks including Kala Chashma, Bang, Ghoomar, and Burj Khalifa were played at the venue between 9 PM – 11 PM without the required Public Performance License from the respective music…

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Scientists have uncovered fresh evidence explaining the gradual decline of the Harappan Civilization by analysing ancient pollen preserved in sediment layers. The study provides valuable insights into how long-term environmental and climatic changes influenced one of the world’s earliest urban civilizations.   Researchers examined fossil pollen grains deposited over thousands of years to reconstruct past vegetation and climate patterns across the northwestern Indian subcontinent. Since different plant species produce distinct pollen, these microscopic grains serve as natural archives, helping scientists understand changes in rainfall, temperature and land use over time.…

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Machilipatnam (BY 529), the seventh of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), being built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the Indian Navy, was launched on 29 Jul 2026 by Mrs Goolrukh Anand in the presence of Vice Admiral Atul Anand, Additional Secretary of Department of Military Affairs. The ceremony was attended by senior officials of the Indian Navy, Cochin Shipyard Limited, and other distinguished guests.   Machilipatnam carries deep historical and cultural significance as it derives its name from the historic port city of Machilipatnam, in Krishna…

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In a major boost to India-Nepal economic cooperation and regional connectivity, the first-ever direct commercial container freight train from India has successfully reached Nepal. The landmark achievement is expected to transform cross-border logistics by providing a faster, cost-effective and environmentally sustainable mode of cargo transportation between the two neighbouring countries.   The direct rail freight service marks a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral trade and enhancing supply chain efficiency. By enabling seamless movement of containerised cargo, the service is expected to reduce transit time, lower logistics costs and minimize dependence…

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# TDP MP from Andhra Pradesh pays tribute to freedom fighters, honours Alluri Sitarama Raju, and affirms that India’s strength lies in rising together Just weeks after taking the oath in the Rajya Sabha draped in Andhra Pradesh’s GI-tagged Mangalagiri handloom, a tribute to nearly 5,000 weaving families, TDP MP Chintakayala Vijay returned to the national stage with a stirring address that blended history, emotion and a call for collective purpose. Speaking during the Monsoon Session, the first-time parliamentarian placed Vande Mataram at the heart of his remarks, describing it…

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