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Assam Government to Launch ‘Knowledge Hub’ and ‘Assam Institute of Urban Affairs’

August 30, 2023

Assam’s government has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish a ‘Knowledge Hub’ and an ‘Assam Institute of Urban Affairs.’ Led by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Ashok Singhal, these initiatives aim to introduce cutting-edge urban planning concepts and expertise to ..

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Reliance Jio’s Jio AirFibre

August 30, 2023

Reliance Jio is introducing Jio AirFibre, a 5G-based fixed wireless broadband service, with the potential to attract nearly 200 million subscribers in the next three years. This initiative seeks to replicate the success of Jio’s mobile data services, revolutionizing India’s ..

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Rajasthan Increases Minimum Wages and Expands Health Insurance Coverage

August 29, 2023

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has approved an increase in minimum wages for laborers by Rs 26 per day, effective from January 1, 2023, just months before state elections. The increase will benefit unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled workers. ..

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Soil Micronutrients’ Impact on Human Health

August 26, 2023

A recent study published in the Nature journal reveals a strong link between soil micronutrients and human health outcomes, particularly in children and adult women. The study highlights that nutrient-deficient soil contributes to nutritional deficiencies, especially in children and women. ..

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Ministry of Defence Inks Contract for Indigenous Fleet Support Ships

August 26, 2023

The Ministry of Defence has signed a significant contract with Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam on August 25, 2023, for the acquisition of five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) for the Indian Navy. Valued at approximately Rs 19,000 crore, this ..

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Hot Rolled Coil

August 26, 2023

The Nagarnar Steel Plant has achieved an unprecedented accomplishment by producing its final product of HR (Hot Rolled) Coil just nine days after producing Hot Metal. This achievement is remarkable considering that the mining major NMDC lacked prior steel-making experience. ..

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Rising Demand for Ultra-Processed Foods in India

August 25, 2023

India’s ultra-processed food sector has witnessed rapid growth, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.37% in retail sales value from 2011 to 2021, according to a report by the World Health Organization and the Indian Council for Research on ..

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National Medical Commission Puts New Drug Prescription Regulations on Hold

August 25, 2023

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has decided to halt the implementation of its recent regulations, which mandated doctors to prescribe generic drugs or face penalties, including potential suspension of their medical licenses. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) criticized the regulation ..

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ECC’s Turnout Implementation Plan

August 25, 2023

In preparation for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Election Commission of India (EC) has introduced a targeted voter outreach initiative to enhance voter turnout. The focus is on 10 large states, including Bihar, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, ..

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FSSAI Amends Alcoholic Beverage Norms

August 25, 2023

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced the ‘Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) First Amendment Regulations, 2023,’ effective from March 1, 2024. According to this amendment, alcoholic beverages will only be permitted to display voluntary ..

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