# Dr. Mallappa was cleared after he furnished necessary documents. Following the announcement of Assembly elections in five states, including Kerala, by the Election Commission of India on March 15, enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has triggered heightened surveillance on financial transactions across the state. In one such instance, a case from Kerala has come to light where election authorities and Income Tax officials flagged a high-value cash withdrawal made shortly after the MCC came into effect. On March 16, a day after the MCC was enforced,…
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Delhi to Present a Green Budget: Environment Minister Announces at CMAI India Climate Week 2026
Reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate leadership, the Government of Delhi is set to present a green-focused budget this year, announced Shri Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Hon’ble Minister for Environment, Forest & Wildlife, Government of NCT of Delhi. The announcement was made during CMAI India Climate Week 2026. Addressing stakeholders, policymakers, and climate experts at the event, the Minister highlighted the capital’s proactive approach in tackling environmental challenges amid rapid urbanization and population growth. “It is our foremost responsibility to care for Delhi’s environment. With the city’s…
Read MoreIndia Achieves 1 Billion Tonne Coal Production Milestone Again
India has once again crossed the landmark of 1 billion tonne (BT) coal production, reinforcing its energy security and industrial growth, the Press Information Bureau said on Friday. According to the Ministry of Coal, the achievement highlights the country’s sustained efforts to enhance domestic coal output and reduce dependence on imports. The milestone reflects improved efficiency, expansion of mining operations, and policy reforms in the coal sector. State-run miner Coal India Limited played a major role in achieving the target, contributing the bulk of production, along with other public…
Read MoreINS Taragiri Set to Join Indian Navy Fleet
The Indian Navy is set to commission its latest indigenous stealth frigate, INS Taragiri, on April 3, marking a significant boost to India’s maritime capabilities and self-reliance in defence manufacturing. Built under the Project 17A initiative, INS Taragiri is part of a new generation of Nilgiri-class stealth frigates designed with advanced technologies to reduce radar signature and enhance survivability in combat. The warship has been constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, one of India’s premier defence shipyards, with over 75% indigenous content—highlighting the country’s push towards the ‘Make in India’…
Read MoreNIELIT Sets Up Digital Recording Studio to Boost E-Learning Content
The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) has established a state-of-the-art digital recording studio to create high-quality e-learning content, aimed at strengthening digital education across the country. The facility is designed to support the production of professional-grade video lectures, tutorials and training modules for students, professionals and government programmes. The initiative aligns with the government’s broader push to expand accessible and affordable digital learning resources. Equipped with advanced audio-visual systems, editing tools and modern production infrastructure, the studio will enable educators and subject experts to develop engaging and…
Read MoreIndia Sets Up Rare Earth Magnet Pilot Plant at ARCI, Hyderabad
India has taken a major step towards self-reliance in critical technologies with the establishment of a pilot plant for manufacturing Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) rare earth permanent magnets at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad. The facility, set up under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), was inaugurated by DST Secretary Prof. Abhay Karandikar in the presence of leading scientists, industry representatives and policymakers. Nd-Fe-B magnets are high-performance materials widely used in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, electronics and advanced manufacturing. Their domestic…
Read MoreIndian Scientists have studied the role of magnetism in star formation
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how stars are born, by studying small molecular clouds located near the Milky Way’s disc. In a first-of-its-kind observation, researchers have successfully traced the “skeleton” of magnetic fields surrounding these clouds, offering fresh insights into their role in star formation. Molecular clouds—cold, dense regions of gas and dust—are known as stellar nurseries where new stars take shape. While gravity has long been understood to pull matter inward to form stars, and internal pressure resists this collapse, scientists now highlight magnetic fields…
Read MoreICMAI Concludes RISE India Leadership Summit 2026, Charts Roadmap for CMAs in Advancing Viksit Bharat Mission
# Summit emphasises bridging institutional and industry gaps to accelerate value creation, strengthen GCCs, and support India’s journey towards becoming a developed economy The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), a statutory body established under an Act of Parliament under the administrative control of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, successfully concluded the RISE India Leadership Summit 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and financial experts to deliberate on the role of strategic leadership in advancing India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, as envisioned…
Read MoreRs.200-Crore Banana Cluster Initiative Announced
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s agriculture and horticulture sector, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the development of a ₹200-crore Banana Cluster aimed at enhancing productivity, value addition, and market linkages for banana farmers. The Banana Cluster initiative is designed to create an integrated ecosystem encompassing cultivation, post-harvest management, processing, storage, and export facilitation. By focusing on improving infrastructure and supply chains, the project seeks to reduce post-harvest losses and ensure better price realization for farmers. The initiative will also promote the adoption of modern…
Read MoreAyush-CISF Collaboration to Mainstream Preventive Healthcare Practices
In a significant step towards strengthening preventive healthcare and holistic well-being among security forces, the Ministry of Ayush has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The MoU aims to promote Ayush-based preventive healthcare, wellness, yoga, stress management, and overall well-being among CISF personnel and their families. The agreement was signed by Dr. A. Raghu, Adviser (Ayu.), Ministry of Ayush, and Smt. Pratibha Agarwal, Inspector General (Administration), CISF Headquarters, New Delhi. The signing ceremony took place in the…
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