New Delhi, Apr 8: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday cleared a ₹41,533 crore proposal to provide fertiliser subsidies for the upcoming kharif season, aiming to support farmers and ensure fertiliser affordability during the crucial planting period. The subsidy approval is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to keep agricultural inputs within…
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Cabinet Clears First Hydro Project in Arunachal’s Lohit Basin Worth INR 14,105 Crore
New Delhi, Apr 8: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved India’s first major hydroelectric project in the Lohit Basin of Arunachal Pradesh, greenlighting an investment of ₹14,105 crore to boost clean energy capacity and drive regional development. The project, located in the northeastern state, marks a significant step in the government’s…
Continue ReadingIndia Achieves Milestone as Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor Reaches Criticality
New Delhi, April 8: India has marked a major advancement in its civil nuclear energy program as the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, successfully reached first criticality on April 6, 2026. This milestone reflects the country’s growing technological expertise and its ability to develop advanced nuclear reactors…
Continue ReadingIPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Aim Hat-Trick at Kotla; Gujarat Titans Boosted by Shubman Gill’s Return
New Delhi, April 8, 2026:The stage is set for an exciting clash in IPL 2026 as Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium. Riding high on momentum, Delhi Capitals will look to secure a hat-trick of victories and turn their home ground into…
Continue ReadingNew Metro Lines 9 and 2B Begin Services, Cutting Travel Time Across Mumbai
Mumbai, April 8 — Commercial services on the first phases of Mumbai Metro corridors 9 and 2B began Wednesday morning, a day after they were inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, officials confirmed. The new lines mark significant milestones in Mumbai’s mass-transit network. Metro Line 9 provides the first…
Continue ReadingGlobal Disruptions Push RBI to Revise India’s Growth Estimate to 6.9%
New Delhi, Apr 8: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday projected the country’s GDP growth for 2026-27 at 6.9%, slightly lower than the 7.6% estimated for 2025-26. The downward revision reflects concerns over elevated commodity prices and supply chain disruptions stemming from the ongoing West Asia crisis. Announcing the…
Continue ReadingSteel Industry Must Go Green and Circular, Says Kumaraswamy
New Delhi, Apr 8: Union Steel Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy has emphasized the urgent need for India’s steel sector to embrace sustainability, green practices, and a circular economy. Speaking at an industry workshop, he said that traditional growth models are no longer sufficient. The sector must reduce carbon emissions, optimize…
Continue ReadingOdisha Strengthens Urban Water Infrastructure Under AMRUT 2.0
Apr 8: Odisha has emerged as a leading performer in the implementation of the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, making steady progress in improving urban water infrastructure across the state. As part of the initiative, seven new water treatment plants with a total capacity of 43 million litres per day have been made…
Continue ReadingThe Tale of Scrawny Billy J. by Andrew Biel, now available from Histria Books
Apr 08: Histria Books is pleased to announce the release of The Tale of Scrawny Billy J. by Andrew Biel and illustrated by Robin Dorn. This story is published by Histria Kids, an imprint of Histria Books dedicated to outstanding works for children that both educate and entertain. At first…
Continue ReadingOdisha’s New Budget Sets Path for Growth and Better Connectivity
The Odisha government has taken a new step to help people better understand the state budget. Speaking at the launch of the awareness program “Ame Janiba, Ama Budget” (Let Us Understand Our Budget), Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that a budget is not just about numbers—it is about the…
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