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India’s Horticulture Production Reaches Record High in 2022-23

October 19, 2023

India’s horticulture production has seen a steady annual increase, rising by 1.37% to reach 351.92 million tonnes in the fiscal year 2022-23. This growth is attributed to enhanced productivity and efficiency, according to data released by the Ministry of Agriculture ..

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Andhra Pradesh to Launch Backward Classes Caste Census

October 19, 2023

The government of Andhra Pradesh is gearing up to launch a comprehensive caste census for Backward Classes, targeting 139 communities under this category. The census will commence around November 15 and utilize the village secretariat system and volunteer network for ..

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Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet Approves Amendments to Investment Policy and More

October 19, 2023

The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet has approved several significant amendments and initiatives aimed at promoting economic growth, enhancing administrative efficiency, and preserving cultural diversity in the state. 1. Amendment of Industrial and Investment Policy The cabinet approved amendments to the Arunachal ..

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Over 1,200 Children in Kerala Excluded from ‘Mittayi’ Scheme for Type 1 Diabetes

October 19, 2023

In Kerala, approximately 1,200 children under the age of 18 are not eligible for the state government’s ‘Mittayi’ scheme, which provides support to those suffering from Type 1 diabetes, due to their parents’ annual income exceeding ₹2 lakh. Type 1 ..

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New DGCA Regulations Enhance Powered Hang Glider Security

October 19, 2023

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has recently introduced new regulations aimed at enhancing the operation and security of powered hang gliders. These regulations come in response to an incident involving infiltrators of Hamas, a terror group, who used ..

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Pramod Mahajan Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras in Maharashtra

October 19, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch 511 Pramod Mahajan Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras (skill development centers) in Maharashtra via video conferencing. These centers, located in 34 rural districts of Maharashtra, are named after the late BJP leader Pramod ..

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Delhi Launches ‘Anti-Industrial Pollution’ Campaign

October 19, 2023

In a bid to address the issue of industrial pollution in the national capital, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced the launch of an ‘Anti-Industrial Pollution’ campaign. The campaign will run from October 20 to November 20. Joint Initiative to ..

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Extended Range Air-Launched BrahMos Missile

October 19, 2023

In a significant achievement for India’s indigenous weapon systems, the Indian Air Force (IAF) recently conducted a successful test of the air-launched version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile in the Bay of Bengal. This test marks a milestone in ..

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World Food India 2023

October 19, 2023

The second edition of World Food India 2023 is set to take place from November 3 to 5 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. Event Overview Organizer: The event is organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government ..

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Quartz Nanocrystals Detected in Exoplanet’s Clouds

October 19, 2023

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have made a remarkable discovery in the atmosphere of the exoplanet WASP-17b, located approximately 1,300 light-years away from Earth. The Exoplanet and Its Atmosphere WASP-17b: This exoplanet is classified as a “hot Jupiter” ..

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