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Union Minister Manohar Lal stresses reforms in power distribution, smart metering and urban schemes to strengthen Jharkhand’s development journey

Ranchi, June 19, 2026: Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal on Thursday reviewed key power sector initiatives and urban development schemes with the Jharkhand Government, focusing on improving electricity distribution, strengthening infrastructure and accelerating citizen-centric projects across the state. The review meeting, held in Ranchi, was attended by Jharkhand Urban…

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President Droupadi Murmu Highlights Progress in Sickle Cell Elimination Mission at Omkareshwar Event

Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, June 19: President Droupadi Murmu attended the International Sickle Cell Day commemoration in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, and praised the country’s efforts to tackle sickle cell disease through large-scale screening and awareness programmes. Addressing the gathering, the President described the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission as one of the world’s largest genetic…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Reviews Reforms to Empower Station Masters Across Indian Railways

New Delhi, June 19: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reviewed a wide-ranging plan aimed at strengthening the role of Station Masters across the Indian Railways network. The initiative seeks to improve station management, enhance passenger services, and boost operational safety. During a high-level meeting with senior railway officials, the Minister discussed the challenges faced…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces ₹10,000 Crore Railway Push for Bihar with New Trains and Infrastructure Expansion

Patna, June 19: Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday announced a major expansion plan for Bihar’s railway network, highlighting a record allocation of more than ₹10,000 crore and ongoing projects worth nearly ₹1.15 lakh crore aimed at strengthening connectivity, capacity and industrial growth in the state. Speaking to reporters after arriving in Patna,…

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Kiren Rijiju Reviews Haj 2026 Arrangements, Charts Roadmap for Haj 2027

NEW DELHI, 18 JUNE2026: Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju chaired a high-level Haj Review Meeting at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC) in New Delhi on Thursday to assess the conduct of Haj 2026 and outline preparations for Haj 2027. The meeting was attended by Dr. Srivatsa Krishna, Secretary, Ministry…

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Launches Development Projects Worth Over ₹570 Crore in Unnao

Unnao, June 18 2026:  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday participated in a major development programme in Unnao district, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 101 development projects worth more than ₹570 crore. The projects cover a wide range of sectors aimed at strengthening infrastructure, improving public services and accelerating…

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ED Cracks Down on Alleged Organ Trade Racket, Raids Top Kerala Hospitals

TIT Correspondent KOCHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched simultaneous searches at several leading private hospitals across Kerala as part of its ongoing investigation into an alleged organ trade racket that was uncovered by the State Police in Kochi last month. The searches are being carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of…

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ICAR-IIOR’s Smart Seed Coating Technology Boosts Climate-Resilient Farming

TIT Correspondent HYDERABAD: In a major breakthrough for climate-resilient farming, the ICAR–Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (ICAR-IIOR), Hyderabad, has developed an innovative biopolymer-based Smart Seed Coating Technology aimed at improving seed quality, crop establishment, and farm productivity across a wide range of crops. As Indian agriculture faces growing challenges from climate change, erratic rainfall, droughts,…

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WAVES Doc Bazaar 2026 Ends on High Note at 19th MIFF

TIT Correspondent MUMBAI: The second edition of WAVES Doc Bazaar concluded successfully during the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026, reinforcing its position as a vital platform for documentary filmmakers to connect with mentors, producers, broadcasters, distributors and industry experts from around the world. Held over three days, the event featured project pitches, networking…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Inaugurates Jabil’s Advanced Pune Facility, Boosting India’s Electronics Manufacturing Drive

Pune, June 18, 2026: Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, inaugurated Jabil Inc.’s advanced manufacturing facility at Ranjangaon, Pune, marking a major step towards strengthening India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem and technology exports. The newly inaugurated facility focuses on high-end electronics manufacturing and is designed to…

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