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FSSAI Boosts E-Commerce Food Safety Regulations

November 8, 2024

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) announced new measures for e-commerce food delivery. This comes as India prepares for a surge in tourism from November to March. Increased surveillance aims to ensure food safety during this busy ..

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India Showcases Tourism at WTM London 2024

November 7, 2024

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is currently participating in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London from November 5-7, 2024. The UK is an important source of inbound tourists to India, with nearly 0.92 million visits in 2023. ..

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Launch of Digital Life Certificate Campaign 3.0

November 7, 2024

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced the launch of the Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 3.0 in India. This initiative aims to digitally empower pensioners. It is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for enhancing the welfare of pensioners through ..

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India’s First Autonomous Vessel Completes 1,500-km Journey

November 7, 2024

Sagar Defence Engineering announced an important achievement. Their autonomous surface vessel completed a 1,500-kilometre journey from Mumbai to Thoothukudi without human intervention. This voyage was supported by the Indian Navy and marks a milestone in autonomous maritime technology in India. ..

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Rare Common Cat Snake Spotted in Bihar

November 7, 2024

The common cat snake was brought to light due to its recent sighting in Bihar. This species, known scientifically as Boiga trigonata, is rare and less venomous compared to other snakes. The discovery took place in the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, ..

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Jal Utsav: Promoting Water Conservation Awareness

November 7, 2024

NITI Aayog launched a 15-day initiative called ‘Jal Utsav’. This campaign aims to raise awareness about water management, conservation, and sustainability. It aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, introduced during the 3rd Chief Secretaries Conference in December 2023. Campaign ..

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Fifteenth Finance Commission Grants for Rural Local Bodies

November 6, 2024

The Union Government has released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for the financial year 2024–25. This funding targets Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Haryana, Tripura, and Mizoram. The grants aim to strengthen local governance and enhance rural development. ..

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Digital India Initiative: 4,740 Service Centres Launched

November 5, 2024

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) announced the launch of the Digital India Common Service Centre (DICSC) project. This initiative targets rural areas in India, aiming to enhance digital access for citizens. The rollout will begin in Pilibhit ..

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India’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan Unveiled

November 4, 2024

India presented its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) at the UN conference on biodiversity in Cali, Colombia. This submission aligns with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF). The KM-GBF aims to halt biodiversity loss by 2030, with 196 ..

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Elephant Deaths Linked to Toxic Kodo Millet in India

November 4, 2024

Ten wild elephants from a herd of 13 have died in Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. The cause is suspected to be mycotoxins from Kodo millet. This incident marks the dangers of Kodo millet and its potential toxicity. What is ..

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