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Public health needs steady budgets – and federal funding uncertainty causes real harms, even if the money is later restored
Since early 2025, several large federal health grants to states have been suspended and then restored after legal challenges. On Feb. 13, 2026, for example, the federal government moved to…
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India’s Innovative OTEC Project Aims to Solve Water Crisis in Lakshadweep
In a significant move towards enhancing freshwater availability and renewable energy in its island territories, Union Minister for Earth Sciences and Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, conducted a review…
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India Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026 with Grand Event
On March 8, 2026, the Government of India will celebrate International Women’s Day with a significant national event at the prestigious Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. The occasion, which honors…
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India Unveils Green Ammonia and Methanol Standards for Clean Energy
In a pivotal step towards advancing the **National Green Hydrogen Mission**, the Government of India has announced the Green Ammonia and Green Methanol Standards, effective February 27, 2026. This landmark…
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India Accelerates Semiconductor Training for Future Engineers
The Government of India is making strides in talent development through its Chips to Startups (C2S) initiative, which is a part of the wider India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). Union Minister…
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India’s Minister to Address Global Women’s Rights at UN
Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Savitri Thakur, is set to participate in the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW-70) at the…
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Desalination Transforming Water Access in Lakshadweep
Access to clean drinking water has seen a remarkable transformation in Lakshadweep, as residents now benefit from innovative desalination technology. During a recent visit to the Low Temperature Thermal Desalination…
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Kota Airport Project Launched, Promising Development for Hadauti Region
Recently, a significant milestone has been achieved for the Hadauti region with the launch of the Kota Airport Project. This modern airport, set to be constructed at an estimated cost…
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CSIR-NIScPR Honors Women in Science for International Women’s Day
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, the CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) hosted a special program on March 6th, focusing on the vital contributions of…
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Enhancing Disaster Response: Seminar Unites Emergency Centers
In a bid to advance Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 10-point agenda for Disaster Risk Reduction, the Ministry of Home Affairs has successfully conducted the 3rd Seminar on Integration with State…
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India Extends Export Obligation Period Amid Global Supply Chain Challenges
In light of the recent geopolitical shifts affecting shipping and international supply chains, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has unveiled…
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Union Minister Discusses Boosting Coconut Farming in Tamil Nadu
In a pivotal gathering in Chennai, Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, engaged in significant discussions with coconut farmers, scientists, and agricultural experts.…
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Australians scorn this fish once adored by monks and kings
In many parts of Europe, the common carp is a prized table fish. But the common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is arguably Australia’s most vilified fish. Nicknamed the “river rabbit” for…
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In a heatwave, a cool library or shopping centre is a lifeline. Do we need more climate shelters?
Many of our homes and workplaces were built for a milder climate that no longer exists. As Australia braces for more days above 40ºC and hot nights, many homes –…
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Venezuela’s fragile environment faces rising risks as US pushes for oil and critical minerals and illegal gold mining spreads
Venezuela’s Orinoco River Basin is a wild land of lush forests, grasslands and a vast delta of jungle wetlands teeming with wildlife. River dolphins and endangered Orinoco crocodiles ply its…
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