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Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Titanium Plant for Defence in Lucknow

In a major leap toward strategic material independence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Titanium and Superalloy Materials Plant at the Strategic Materials Technology Complex of PTC Industries in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. This facility is expected to play a pivotal role in India’s mission for Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), especially in critical sectors like defence, […]

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India Launches First-Ever State Mining Readiness Index

In a major move to modernize India’s mineral governance, the Ministry of Mines has released the first-ever State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State Rankings for 2025. Announced as part of the Union Budget 2025–26, this index aims to benchmark States on how efficiently and sustainably they manage their non-coal mineral resources, ushering in a

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Trump, Albanese Sign Critical Minerals Deal to Counter China

In a significant move to bolster Western supply chain resilience and curb China’s dominance in critical minerals, U.S. President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a wide-ranging critical minerals agreement on October 21, 2025, at their first formal summit in the White House. The agreement establishes a new $8.5 billion mineral supply

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Banu Mushtaq’s Heart Lamp, which won the International Booker Prize 2025, chronicles the

Explanation: Veteran Kannada author, lawyer, and activist Banu Mushtaq has become the first Kannada writer to win the International Booker Prize. Mushtaq, 77, received the prestigious award on Wednesday alongside her translator Deepa Bhasthi, for their compelling short story collection “Heart Lamp.”Heart Lamp is a powerful short-story collection that illuminates the inner lives of Muslim women

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Centre Launches ₹600 Crore ‘Kapas Kranti’ Mission to Boost Long‑Staple Cotton Cultivation

The Government of India has rolled out the ambitious ₹600 crore Kapas Kranti Mission, aimed at boosting long-staple cotton farming and enhancing productivity in key growing areas. This initiative was unveiled in Hyderabad by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, who shared plans to expand successful farming models and foster scientific and technological advancements in cotton

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India International Science Festival 2025: Chandigarh Gears Up for Global Science Event

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched the curtain-raiser for the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025, scheduled to be held at Panjab University in Chandigarh from December 6 to 9. IISF 2025 aims to highlight the nation’s scientific accomplishments and encourage active public participation. The festival will bring together scientists, researchers, innovators and students to

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Mining Readiness Index: Ministry of Mines Releases State Rankings for 2025

The Ministry of Mines unveiled the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) in 2025, a significant development that ranks Indian states based on their capacity to foster mining reforms and sustainable practices. It is a key step to improve the mining sector and was announced in the Union Budget 2025–26. The State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI)

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Dzukou Valley (Nagaland) Nominated for India’s 50 Tourist Destinations of Global Standards Initiative

In a major step forward for enhancing India’s tourism potential, the state of Nagaland has nominated the Dzükou Valley under the national initiative for the Development of 50 Tourist Destinations of Global Standards. This proposal was presented by Temjen Imna Along, the state’s Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, at the National Conference of State

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Silent Valley Records Six New Dragonfly & Damselfly Species

Six new species of dragonflies and damselflies were found in Silent Valley National Park during an odonate survey. The survey was conducted from October 10 to 12. The survey, jointly held by Silent Valley National Park and the Society for Odonate Studies (SOS), recorded the growing richness of the park’s pristine ecosystem. The survey recorded

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Ahmedabad Recommended as Host for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games by the Commonwealth Sport’s Executive Board. A final decision will be taken on November 26 at the body’s General Assembly after the recommendation is sent to the full membership of Commonwealth Sport. Background of the 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid The Commonwealth

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