Explained: Why use of Ethanol blended petrol balances food security, farmer welfare and energy security

Explained: Why use of Ethanol blended petrol balances food security, farmer welfare and energy security

01-08-2026 

Believe it or not, the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme is projected to be a key national initiative to enhance India's energy security, reduce dependence on imported crude oil and support farmers while safeguarding food security. 

Centre to Observe World Breastfeeding Week 2026

Centre to Observe World Breastfeeding Week 2026

01-08-2026 

The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, will observe World Breastfeeding Week 2026 from 1st to 7th August across the country. 

This year's theme is Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen…

Explained:Why Jan Aushadhi portfolio?

Explained:Why Jan Aushadhi portfolio?

01-08-2026 

The Jan Aushadhi portfolio is designed to respond to the varied needs of young, old, women, and people with different health issues. The range includes protein supplements, immunity products, nutritional foods and specialised formulations for individuals…

ED raids multiple premises in Jharkhand, identifies Rs.600 crore assets in illegal coal case

ED raids multiple premises in Jharkhand, identifies Rs.600 crore assets in illegal coal case

31-07-2026 

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches at more than 30 locations in Jharkhand in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to illegal coal operations, reported ANI.

The ED said, the operation led to the…

IIT Ranchi-IASE, Ranchi join hands to promote ‘NEP 2020 for Vikshit Bharat @2047

IIT Ranchi-IASE, Ranchi join hands to promote ‘NEP 2020 for Vikshit Bharat @2047

31-07-2026 

IIIT Ranchi, in collaboration with Government Teachers' Training College (IASE), Ranchi, organized an Outreach Programme on "NEP 2020: Education for Viksit Bharat@2047" under Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS) 2026.

NTPC Signs MoA with Jharkhand’s Chatra District Administration to Support Eco Park with E-Carts

NTPC Signs MoA with Jharkhand’s Chatra District Administration to Support Eco Park with E-Carts

31-07-2026 

Reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development and public convenience, NTPC North Karanpura Super Thermal Power Station (NKSTPP) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the District Administration, Chatra for providing two battery-operated…

Centre launched DAANVEER scheme enabling citizens  to donate Computers to Gram Panchayats in India

Centre launched DAANVEER scheme enabling citizens to donate Computers to Gram Panchayats in India

31-07-2026 

DAANVEER, a citizen participation initiative to strengthen the digital infrastructure of Gram Panchayats across the country, was launched on July 29, 2026, by Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in New Delhi. 

DAANVEER…

Railways installs Automatic Train Protection system -Kavach in 7,327 Locomotives across India

Railways installs Automatic Train Protection system -Kavach in 7,327 Locomotives across India

31-07-2026 

Indian Railways has accorded safety the highest priority.  As a consequence of various safety measures taken over the years, there has been a steep decline in the number of accidents, according to the government.

Safety is accorded the…

Centre sets up two digital platforms WAVES Bazaar and WaveX to strengthen film business

Centre sets up two digital platforms WAVES Bazaar and WaveX to strengthen film business

31-07-2026 

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has established two digital platforms namely WAVES Bazaar and WaveX to strengthen the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) ecosystem. 

WAVES Bazaar functions…

C-DOT signs agreement with IISc Bengaluru  and FSID for setting up Centre of Excellence

C-DOT signs agreement with IISc Bengaluru and FSID for setting up Centre of Excellence

31-07-2026 

The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), the premier telecom R&D centre of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, signed a tripartite agreement with the Foundation for Science Innovation…