For decades, India’s healthcare system faced a difficult balancing act—expanding access while keeping care affordable. Millions of families, especially in rural and low-income communities, often delayed or avoided treatment due to high costs. A single hospitalization could push households into debt, turning a health crisis into a financial one. The…
Continue ReadingNew AI Models Could Slash Energy Use While Dramatically Improving Performance
With U.S. AI and data center energy use expected to double by 2030, researchers at the MIT School of Engineering have developed a proof-of-concept for AI systems that are up to 100 times more energy-efficient than current models while providing more accurate results on complex tasks. Led by Matthias Scheutz,…
Continue ReadingKärcher India Showcased Professional Cleaning Solutions at Surat International Auto Expo 2026
Mar 21 : Kärcher India, a global leader in cleaning technology, participated in the Surat International Auto Expo 2026, held from 13–16 March 2026 at the Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC). The expo brought together key stakeholders from the automotive industry, including manufacturers, dealers, service professionals, and…
Continue ReadingNo Hike in Urea Prices; Smaller Bag Size Aimed at Promoting Balanced Use
New Delhi, March 21 (BNP): The Government of India has clarified that there is no proposal to increase urea prices, stating that the recent reduction in bag size is intended to promote balanced fertilizer use and improve soil health. According to the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, the size of…
Continue ReadingProposed National Youth Policy 2026 Aims to Align Youth Power with Viksit Bharat Vision
New Delhi, March 21 (BNP): The proposed National Youth Policy 2026 seeks to align India’s youth with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 by adopting a more structured, outcome-oriented approach to youth development. Building on the framework of the National Youth Policy 2014, the new policy focuses on holistic…
Continue ReadingT.N. Natarajan Assumes Charge as Director (Commercial) at SAIL
New Delhi, March 20 (BNP): T. N. Natarajan has taken charge as Director (Commercial) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), effective March 19, 2026. With over 32 years of experience, Natarajan has built a distinguished career within SAIL since joining the organisation as a Management Trainee in 1993. Over…
Continue ReadingKrishna Kumar Thakur Takes Charge as Director (Personnel) at NMDC
New Delhi, March 20 (BNP): Krishna Kumar Thakur has assumed charge as Director (Personnel) at NMDC Limited, the country’s largest iron ore producer. A 1998 batch officer of the Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS), Thakur brings over two decades of experience in human resource management and administration across Indian Railways…
Continue ReadingDr Jitendra Singh Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Contributions to Diabetes Care
Chennai, March 20 (BNP): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh was conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award in Medicine and Diabetes at a national medical conference in Chennai, in recognition of his contributions to diabetes care and public health. The award was presented at MVCON…
Continue ReadingNHAI to Deploy AI-Powered Dashcam System for Real-Time Highway Monitoring
New Delhi, March 21 (BNP): The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will roll out an AI-powered dashcam monitoring system across nearly 40,000 km of the National Highway network to enhance operations, maintenance, and road safety. The initiative will use advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies to…
Continue ReadingCentre, States Discuss Energy Security at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026; DISCOM Reports Released
New Delhi, March 20 (BNP): Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar chaired a high-level ministerial meeting with States and Union Territories during the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, focusing on strengthening energy security and accelerating sectoral reforms. The meeting, held on the second day of the summit, was co-chaired by Minister…
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