New Delhi, September 1: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, today said that environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution and resource depletion require integrated and collaborative solutions. Addressing the opening session of the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum (IGEF), Shri Yadav said that the theme – Together For More Resilience – reflects the need for stronger cooperation to build climate-resilient, resource-efficient and sustainable development pathways. The Minister co-chaired the event along with German Minister for Environment, Climate Protection, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, H.E. Carsten Schneider, in New Delhi today. The IGEF is the…
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New Delhi, September 1: Indian Railways has sanctioned the Bhavnagar Para (BVP) Yard Remodeling project in Gujarat at a cost of around ₹125 crore. The project will strengthen rail infrastructure in Bhavnagar by creating additional operational capacity at Bhavnagar Para and improving facilities for passengers. Bhavnagar Para Yard Remodeling to Ease Congestion at Bhavnagar Terminus The project will help decongest Bhavnagar Terminus (BVC) by shifting stabling and other operational activities to Bhavnagar Para. This will enable smoother train operations, reduce rake detention and help improve punctuality. The additional infrastructure at Bhavnagar Para will facilitate better management of train movements and…
New Delhi, September 1: Government of India has reduced the stock holding limit for sugar dealers from 4,000 quintals to 2,000 quintals, effective from 15th September, 2026 till 30th November, 2026, to ensure adequate availability of sugar in the domestic market and to prevent hoarding and speculative trading of sugar. At present, a stock holding limit of 4,000 quintals on sugar dealers across the country is effective from 1st August, 2026. The Government has now taken further measures by reducing the stock holding limit to 2,000 quintals. Under the amended provisions, with effect from 15th September, 2026, a sugar dealer shall: Not hold any stock for…
New Delhi, September 1: In continuation with the initiatives taken by the Government from time to time to promote Ease of Doing Business for the exporting community, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has enabled automated issuance of Free Sale and Commerce Certificates (FSC) on the DGFT portal. These Certificates are issued to exporters, under Foreign Trade Policy, for items which are not covered under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940. At present, such certificates are issued by Regional Authorities (RAs) of DGFT after scrutiny and verification. Eligible applications will now be considered for automatic issuance in accordance with…
New Delhi, September 1: The 4th Meeting of the India–Denmark Joint Working Group (JWG) between the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, and the Danish Patent and Trademark Office (DKPTO) was held in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 24 to 28 August 2026, to strengthen bilateral cooperation in MSME development, innovation and intellectual property (IP). The meeting provided a platform for India and Denmark to exchange perspectives on their respective MSME and innovation ecosystems and to explore opportunities for greater institutional cooperation. Discussions covered areas including technology adoption, innovation, intellectual property, technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship and cluster-based MSME development.…
New Delhi, September 1: Indian Railways has approved the provision of Electronic Interlocking (EI) at 21 stations of Samastipur Division of East Central Railway (ECR) at a total cost of ₹233 crore. Modernisation of Signalling Infrastructure at 21 Stations The approved work involves replacement of existing Panel Interlocking with Electronic Interlocking at 21 stations of Samastipur Division. The modern signalling system will strengthen railway signalling infrastructure across the division and facilitate the implementation of Kavach, the indigenous Automatic Train Protection system. Strengthening Railway Safety and Operational Efficiency The provision of Electronic Interlocking will modernise the signalling arrangements at the identified…
New Delhi, September 1: Indian Railways has approved the construction of a 11 km bypass line between Adra end and Joychandipahar in South Eastern Railway at a total cost of ₹272 crore. The project will provide dedicated path segregation and a bi-directional connection to the upcoming third line, facilitating projected movement of 6.065 freight rakes per day and supporting the anticipated increase in industrial traffic. The bypass will particularly support freight movement associated with SAIL’s 23.40 MTPA iron ore demand and BCCL’s projection of 45 rakes per day. Enhancing Corridor Capacity and Reducing Congestion The Adra-Joychandipahar-Sanka bypass will help eliminate…
New Delhi, September 1: Indian Railways has approved the provision of Kavach Version 4.0 on the remaining sections covering 712 Route Kilometres (Rkm) of Moradabad Division, Northern Railway, at a total cost of ₹170 crore. The approved work will strengthen the division’s railway safety infrastructure through deployment of the indigenous Automatic Train Protection system. The implementation of Kavach 4.0 will provide an advanced safety layer for train operations across the identified sections. Strengthening Railway Safety with Indigenous Kavach Technology Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system designed to enhance operational safety. It helps prevent Signal Passing at…
Vadodara [Gujarat], August 31: The Sakshamthad Foundation has been awarded the 8th National Humanitarian Excellence Award 2026 in the NGO of the Year, Education, Skill Development & Community Empowerment category, for its consistent contribution toward social welfare, community development and empowerment of the vulnerable communities. The award was given in New Delhi on 15 August 2026, in the celebrations of the Independence Day. The award was organized by I CAN Foundation India, New Delhi. This recognition reflects the Sakshamthad Foundation’s continuous effort to bring real change to society through initiatives focused on women, older people, children, and other vulnerable groups…
New Delhi, August 31: India’s quantum science and life sciences communities came together at the National Conference on Quantum Biotechnology with representation from researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, startups, and students, to advance the translation of quantum science into diagnostics, biomedical imaging, drug discovery, and precision medicine, in alignment with India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM). Prof. Umesh V. Waghmare, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST), highlighted the strategic importance of quantum biotechnology while delivering the keynote address at the inaugural session of the one-day national conference hosted by Qmet Tech recently at the PC Saxena Auditorium on the IIT Bombay campus, Mumbai,…
