India, endowed with the fifth-largest coal reserves in the world, stands as the second-largest consumer of coal, driven by a rapidly growing economy. However, the current consumption landscape reveals a critical need for imports, particularly for coking coal and high-grade thermal coal, which are not sufficiently available within domestic reserves. …
Read More »Ministry of Textiles introduces Quality Control Order for Medical Textiles to enhance Public Health and Safety
The Ministry of Textiles in a landmark initiative to strengthen public health and safety, has notified the Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023. The Quality Control Order (QCO) is set to take effect on October 1, 2024. This regulation establishes stringent quality standards for critical medical textile products, including sanitary …
Read More »Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare releases Final Estimates of major agricultural crops for 2023-24
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has released Final Estimates of production of Major Agricultural Crops for the year 2023-24. These estimates have been primarily prepared on the basis of information received from States/ UTs. The crop area has been validated and triangulated with information received from Remote Sensing, …
Read More »Astronomers map the Differential Rotation of the Sun’s Chromosphere using 100 Years of Kodaikanal Data
Using 100 years daily records of the Sun at the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, astronomers have succeeded in mapping, for the very first time, the variation in the rotation speed of the Sun’s chromosphere, from the equator right up to its polar regions. The research can help give a complete picture …
Read More »Department of Space and Technology Launches Women in Space Leadership Programme with British Council
A Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) was launched by Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with the British Council as part of the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI) on September 24, 2024. The initiative focuses on supporting institutions in strengthening gender-inclusive practices to foster women’s leadership …
Read More »Prataprao Jadhav reviews programs undertaken under National Health Mission
Union Minister of State, Shri Prataprao Jadhav conducted a pivotal review meeting on the National Health Mission (NHM) with senior officials of the Union Health Ministry and state officials from Punjab, Karnataka, and West Bengal, here yesterday. Officers from National Health Authority and Ministry of Ayush were also present. The …
Read More »Prataprao Jadhav Presides over 69th Foundation Day Celebrations of AIIMS New Delhi
“AIIMS New Delhi is a pioneer in the field of medical education, research and healthcare in India whose legacy of excellence continues to inspire medical institutions worldwide.” This was stated by Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav as he presided over the 69th Foundation Day …
Read More »19th India-Australia Joint Ministerial Commission Meeting
Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry led the Indian delegation to Adelaide and met Senator Don Farrel, Minister of Trade and Tourism, Australia. Minister Goyal co-chaired the 19th India- Australia Joint Ministerial Commission meeting. He emphasised on the tremendous trade and investment opportunities yet to be explored …
Read More »Last Date Extended for Feedback on Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulation, 2018
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released a Consultation Paper on “Review of Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference regulation, 2018”. The last date for submission of comments on the issues raised in the Consultation Paper by the Stakeholders is 25th Sep 2024 and for counter comments by 9th Oct 2024. …
Read More »VP Highlights Bharat’s Robust Economy: 8% Growth Prospects for the Future
The Hon’ble Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today stated that Bharat is now one of the most buoyant economies in the world and a favorite destination for global investment. Delivering the inaugural address at the 2nd edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2024, held in Greater Noida today, …
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