India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A breakthrough metal-free catalyst developed by scientists could significantly reduce the cost of next-generation clean-energy technologies. In energy storage devices such as zinc-air (Zn-air) batteries, oxygen from the air reacts with the electrode in a process known as the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). The efficiency with which the battery operates is determined by this reaction. Zn-air batteries are a promising option for nex...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has reviewed the preparedness of its Autonomous Institutions and field organisations for the Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 6, following the successful completion of the Preparatory Phase on 30 September 2026. A hybrid review meeting was held at DST Headquarters to assess the progress made during the Preparatory Phase and to ensure coordinated, outcome-oriented action during t...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has successfully completed the Preparatory Phase of Special Campaign 6, with a comprehensive action plan in place for the Implementation Phase from 2 October to 31 October 2026. The Campaign, being undertaken by the Government with the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) as the nodal Department, seeks to strengthen Swachhata, improve efficiency, ensure tim...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 3rd edition of Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue, organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) in partnership with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), opened here today. The Dialogue opened with a message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling for a free, open, secure and rules-based maritime order. Building on the Prime Minister's vision, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbana...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed policymakers, maritime leaders and experts from around the world to the third edition of Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue on Tuesday, calling for a "free, open, secure and rules-based maritime order" that brings peace and prosperity to all nations. "Our vision is of a free, open, secure and rules-based maritime order that brings greater peace, prosperity and progress for all. I am confid...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Following the intervention of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, has issued directions for mandatory reporting of assistance provided to Scheduled Caste beneficiaries under major government financial schemes. Under the directions, State Level Bankers' Committees (SLBCs) and UTLBCs have been advised to include scheme-wise and bank-wise details of the ...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Timely support for self-employment can provide the means to strengthen existing enterprises, increase income opportunities and move towards greater financial stability. Financial assistance can play an important role in helping individuals from disadvantaged communities establish sustainable livelihoods and improve their economic condition. Mr. Raghubir Singh, aged 43, from Punjab, received financial assistance of Rs. 2.50 lakh in ...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Financial assistance for higher education and research can play an important role in enabling students from disadvantaged communities to pursue advanced studies, overcome economic barriers and contribute to scientific advancement. Timely fellowship support can provide students with the financial stability required to focus on research and achieve their academic aspirations. Shri Balamurugan S., aged 35, belongs to the Devendra Kula...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri Sudhansh Pant, Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and Chairman, Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC), administered the oath of office to Shri Narayan Dewasi and Shri Swaroop Singh Banjara, the newly appointed Members of the Governing Body of the Board, at the Ministry's Office here today. The newly appointed Members took the oath to bear true faith and al...
India, Oct. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Discussion paper is available at the Ministry's website www.mospi.gov.in Scan the QR code to access the Discussion Paper Introduction: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has been following System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), endorsed by the United Nations Statistical Commission. Since 2018, MoSPI has been started working on various aspects of the environment accounts. Given the wid...