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Price Support Scheme (PSS) for Pulses and Oilseeds

On 18–19 June 2026 the Centre approved large‑scale procurement of pulses and oilseeds at MSP under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and...

 June 20, 2026

Sustainability Challenges in India’s AI Data Centre Expansion

India’s AI data-centre expansion is under strain from rising thermal stress and resource demands. Rapidly growing rack densities and heat generation increase cooling, electricity and water needs, while...

 June 19, 2026

International Festival of Yoga and Meditation in Leh

The International Festival of Yoga and Meditation 2026 is being held across Ladakh from 15–21 June 2026 to mark the 12th United Nations International Day of Yoga. Festival...

 June 19, 2026

Surface Coal Gasification Projects in India

On 18 June 2026 the Union Cabinet approved a ₹37,500 crore financial support programme for surface coal and lignite gasification, bringing cumulative incentive support to ₹46,000 crore when...

 June 19, 2026

Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Initiatives in India

CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR-NML) signed an MoU with R2E Greentech on 19 June 2026 to commercialise an indigenous lithium‑ion battery recycling technology; CSIR‑NML had transferred related technology to...

 June 19, 2026

Dolphin Conservation Initiatives Along the Hooghly

On 18–19 June 2026 West Bengal announced plans to establish two dolphin parks — one along the Hooghly and one at Kanthi — as part of Namami Gange-linked...

 June 19, 2026

Yarsa Gumba and Its Himalayan Significance

19 June 2026: Seasonal mass migration to Himalayan pastures for Yarsa Gumba collection continues amid record district prices, export flows and targeted conservation measures. Biology and Habitat Scientific...

 June 19, 2026

Global University Rankings and India’s Higher Education Competitiveness

India’s representation in global rankings has improved markedly. The QS World University Rankings 2027 list a record 52 Indian universities, led by IIT Delhi at 118, reflecting gains...

 June 19, 2026

Northeast’s Largest Organic Spice Processing Plant

On 19 June 2026 the Northeast’s largest organic spice processing plant was inaugurated at Lumdaitkhla (Bhoirymbong) in Ri‑Bhoi district, Meghalaya. Plant and Promoter Promoter: Eastern Ri‑Bhoi Organic Farmer...

 June 19, 2026

Operation Vajrapat Against Criminal Digital Networks

Operation Vajrapat, launched by the Varanasi Range Police, targets physical and digital criminal ecosystems across Jaunpur, Ghazipur and Chandauli; as of 18 June 2026, 554 social‑media profiles were...

 June 19, 2026

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