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Musi River Heritage Sites

January 18, 2025

Recently, the World Monuments Fund (WMF) announced the inclusion of the Musi River Historic Buildings in Hyderabad on its World Monuments Watch list. This recognition marks the urgent need for preservation efforts amid environmental challenges and urban development. The initiative ..

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Maharashtra AI Policy Initiative

January 18, 2025

Recently, the Maharashtra government announced the formation of a 16-member committee to draft the state’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This initiative aims to position Maharashtra as the first state in India with a dedicated AI policy. The committee’s recommendations ..

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Huntington’s Disease Research Advances

January 18, 2025

Recent studies have shed light on Huntington’s disease, a genetic disorder leading to the degeneration of brain cells. Despite the known genetic mutation, its delayed onset remains puzzling. New research indicates that the mutation, initially harmless, becomes harmful over time, ..

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RINL Revival Package Announced

January 18, 2025

Recently, the Government of India announced revival package for Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL), a state-owned steel manufacturer facing severe financial difficulties. The ₹11,440 crore package aims to restore the company’s operations and safeguard thousands of jobs amid political pressure ..

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Telecom Initiatives in India

January 18, 2025

Recently, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched several telecom initiatives aimed at enhancing connectivity and security across India. These initiatives include the Sanchar Saathi Mobile App, the National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0, and Intra Circle Roaming at DBN-funded 4G mobile sites. ..

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Swachh Survekshan Toolkit Launch

January 18, 2025

Recently, the Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar, revealed a new toolkit for the ninth edition of Swachh Survekshan, the largest urban cleanliness survey globally. This edition introduces a simplified and systematic approach, promoting urban sanitation ..

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Krishna River Flood Protection

January 18, 2025

Recently, the Andhra Pradesh State Cabinet approved the construction of a flood protection wall along the Krishna River. This initiative aims to mitigate recurring flooding issues affecting local communities. The decision follows previous efforts to address soil erosion and flooding ..

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Green Hydrogen Challenges Ahead

January 18, 2025

The recent surge in green hydrogen project announcements has not translated into successful implementations, according to a study by researchers from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. Despite ambitious goals, only a small fraction of announced projects have become ..

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