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In a pioneering sustainability milestone, a coaching depot in Ahmedabad has become India’s first water-neutral railway facility by using plant-based systems to recycle and reuse water.   The Kankaria Coaching Depot has achieved this feat through a natural treatment process that relies on specially designed green zones where plants purify wastewater. The system, inspired by ecological filtration methods, treats water generated from train washing and other depot operations, making it fit for reuse.   Officials said the depot now recycles nearly all of its wastewater, drastically reducing dependence on fresh…

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In a significant advance in solar physics, scientists have observed simultaneous oscillations in solar filaments, shedding new light on the properties and dynamics of these massive structures on the Sun.   Solar filaments—vast, thread-like clouds of cooler plasma suspended above the Sun’s surface—are held in place by complex magnetic fields. Using high-resolution observations, researchers detected synchronized oscillations occurring across different parts of the same filament, a phenomenon that could help decode their internal structure.   The study reveals that these coordinated movements are likely governed by the Sun’s magnetic field,…

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Astronomers have uncovered fresh evidence suggesting that even the universe’s smallest galaxies—known as dwarf galaxies—could host black holes, challenging long-held assumptions about where these enigmatic objects can exist.   Dwarf galaxies, which are faint, low-mass systems often orbiting larger galaxies like the Milky Way, were traditionally considered unlikely candidates for housing black holes due to their limited size and matter. However, new research indicates that these galaxies may contain intermediate-mass black holes, bridging the gap between smaller stellar black holes and the supermassive ones found at the centers of large…

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In a landmark move for India’s tech ambitions, the government has officially notified the country’s first semiconductor chip fabrication plant at the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Dholera, Gujarat. The Centre has formally notified a 66.16-hectare Special Economic Zone (SEZ) at Dholera for setting up India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant, to be developed by Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Pvt Ltd.   The project, involving an investment of around ₹91,000 crore, marks a major step in India’s push to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem and reduce dependence on imports. The facility will…

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India’s largest life insurer, Life Insurance Corporation of India, has rolled out two new mobile applications—’MyLIC’ and ‘Super Sales Saathi’—aimed at enhancing customer experience and strengthening digital accessibility. The ‘MyLIC’ app is designed for policyholders, offering a range of services such as policy tracking, premium payments, and access to policy-related information on a single platform. The move is expected to reduce dependence on physical branches and streamline routine transactions for users.   Meanwhile, the ‘Super Sales Saathi’ app is targeted at LIC’s sales force and agents. It seeks to improve…

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A tiny fluorescent “turn-on” sensor for rapidly detecting nicotine and its major metabolite, cotinine, in aqueous media and living cells, could enable   early and rapid detection of nicotine exposure and biomarkers levels of cotinine its long-lasting footprint in the body. Smoking and second-hand smoke exposure remain major global health issues. Nicotine is highly addictive and harmful, while cotinine is a stable biomarker present in blood, saliva, and urine. Therefore, developing a selective and biocompatible probe for nicotine/cotinine detection is important for public health screening, monitoring smoking exposure and biological and…

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, a landmark infrastructure project aimed at transforming connectivity between the national capital and Uttarakhand.   The 213-km, access-controlled expressway has been developed at an estimated cost of around ₹12,000 crore and is expected to reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours to nearly two-and-a-half hours. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said the corridor would not only improve ease of travel but also accelerate economic growth, tourism, and employment opportunities across the region. He emphasized…

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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a new mobile application aimed at enhancing the clinical workflow of Community Health Officers (CHOs), marking a significant step in strengthening primary healthcare delivery across the country. The application has been introduced under the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres initiative, with a focus on improving efficiency, real-time patient management, and emergency response at the grassroots level. According to official sources, the app enables CHOs to: Access and update patient records in real time Streamline diagnosis and treatment workflows Facilitate quicker…

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# Emphasises accessibility, equal opportunities, and stronger policy support for women with disabilities Parul Singh, Delhi State President of the Para Olympic Committee, attended the Nari Shakti Vandan programme at Vigyan Bhawan, where she represented the para sports community and wider para society. The event, addressed by Narendra Modi, was attended by key leaders including Annapurna Devi, Union Minister for Women and Child Development; Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi; and Lok Sabha MPs Bansuri Swaraj and Kamaljeet Sehrawat. The programme focused on strengthening women’s participation in governance and nation-building.…

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SĀDHANA Saptah 2026 has achieved a significant milestone, recording over 3.18 crore course completions, reflecting a nearly tenfold increase under the government’s flagship capacity-building programme, Mission Karmayogi.   Officials said the remarkable growth highlights the increasing adoption of digital learning and continuous skill development among government officials across departments. The initiative aims to transform the capacity of civil servants through a structured, competency-driven approach to training.   The week-long event witnessed enthusiastic participation from officials at various levels, with a strong focus on enhancing domain knowledge, behavioural competencies and functional…

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