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Cabinet Approves ‘Mission Mausam’ To Create A More Weather-ready And Climate-Smart Bharat

Mission Mausam, to be chiefly implemented by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is envisaged to be a multi-faceted and transformative initiative to tremendously boost India’s weather and climate-related science, research, and services. It will help to better equip stakeholders, including citizens and last-mile users, in tackling extreme weather events and the impacts of climate change. The ambitious program will help broaden capacity and resilience across communities, sectors, and ecosystems in the long run.

IAF Set To Host The Indian Defence Aviation Exposition-II At Jodhpur

This edition of IDAX at Jodhpur, scheduled from 12-14 Sep 24, will have a grand participation from industry and host a wide range of products, technologies. This will be an opportunity for the FFCs and Indian audiences to witness, experience and interact with participants from Indian Aviation Industry including DPSUs, DRDO, Private Industries (Tier-I, Il, III) and top notch Start-Ups.

Dot Simplifies Approval Processes For Telecom Licenses And Wireless Equipment

Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced significant changes to the processes for issuing Experimental Licenses, Demonstration Licenses, and Equipment Type Approvals (ETA). These changes are part of its ongoing efforts to enhance ease of doing business in the telecom sector. These reforms are aimed at reducing delays and simplifying regulatory requirements, fostering innovation and streamlining operations for businesses and telecom operators.

Coal Production and Supply Trends on Positive Trajectory

From April to August 2024, India’s total coal production reached 384.07 Million Tonnes (MT), representing a growth of 6.36% compared to 361.11 MT during the corresponding period of the previous year. However, in August 2024, overall coal production decreased slightly to 62.67 MT, down from 67.76 MT in August 2023.

Union Minister To Release Booklets On Promotion Of Indigenous Species & Conservation Of States Fishes

The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India marks the 4th successful year of implementation of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). The Department of Fisheries, GoI is accordingly organising an event to commemorate the occasion of accomplishing four successful years of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).

Defence Secretary to co-chair 5th India-Philippines Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting in Manila

This visit assumes significance as India and Philippines celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations and 10 years of India’s Act East Policy. Both the countries have a vigorous and multifaceted relationship which have expanded into several strategic areas, including defence and security. They are committed to support each other towards achieving the goal of self-reliance in defence production.

Simultaneous Launch Of ‘malpe And Mulki’, Fourth And Fifth Ships Of Asw Swc (Csl) Project

Malpe and Mulki, fourth and fifth ships of the Eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft project, being built by M/s Cochin Shipyard Ltd, for the Indian Navy, were launched on 09 Sep 24 at CSL, Kochi. In keeping with the maritime traditions, the two ships were launched by Mrs. Vijaya Srinivas in the presence of VAdm V Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding in Chief, Southern Naval Command.

India Against Mpox

Mpox, previously known as Monkeypox, is a zoonotic viral disease with symptoms similar to Smallpox, though less severe. It typically resolves on its own within 2-4 weeks.