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Fri, 25 Oct 2024
PM Modi condoles the passing of scientist Rohini Godbole
On 25 October 2024, in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the passing of Rohini Godbole, calling her a pioneering scientist and innovator and a strong votary of more women in science.
Second edition of Indian Army's Chanakya Defence Dialogue concludes in New Delhi
On 25 October 2024, at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi, the second edition of the Indian Army's flagship international seminar, the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, concluded.
JP Nadda launches five DHR-ICMR research initiatives including the 'First in the World' Challenge
On 25 October 2024, in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda launched five DHR-ICMR health research initiatives planned under the 100-days agenda, including the 'First in the World' Challenge inspired by the success of Chandrayaan-3.
$25 million G20 Pandemic Fund project on animal health security launched
On 25 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched the $25 million Pandemic Fund project on 'Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response', funded by the G20 Pandemic Fund.
RPF launches 'Digital Memorial of Valour' website to honour its martyrs
On 25 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Railway Protection Force launched the 'Digital Memorial of Valour', a website where citizens can pay tribute to its martyrs by digitally adorning their photos with a wreath and candle.
SECL Ki Dhadkan: free heart surgeries for 20 children completed at Raipur
On 25 October 2024, at Shri Satya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital, Raipur, a 'Gift of Life' programme marked the discharge of 20 children who received free congenital heart surgeries under SECL's CSR initiative 'SECL Ki Dhadkan'.
Two-day DRDO Directors' Conclave 2024 begins at ARDE, Pune
On 25 October 2024, at the Armament Research & Development Establishment in Pune, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat inaugurated the two-day DRDO Directors' Conclave 2024 on the theme 'Transforming DRDO for Redefined Defence R&D'.
Thu, 24 Oct 2024
Cabinet approves ₹1,000 crore Venture Capital Fund for space sector under IN-SPACe
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved a ₹1,000 crore Venture Capital Fund for the space sector under the aegis of IN-SPACe, expected to support about 40 startups.
Election Commission launches upgraded Suvidha 2.0 app for campaign permissions
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Election Commission launched the upgraded Suvidha 2.0 mobile app, letting candidates and parties apply for campaign-related permissions, track their status and download approvals on mobile.
Wed, 23 Oct 2024
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Mon, 21 Oct 2024
PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana crosses ₹1,000 crore sales in October 2024
On 21 October 2024, in India, the Government said Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) had achieved sales worth ₹1,000 crore in October 2024, compared with December in the previous year.
Department of Posts begins drone mail proof of concept in Arunachal Pradesh
On 21 October 2024, in Arunachal Pradesh, the Department of Posts started a proof of concept for carrying mail by drone between Chowkham Post Office (Namsai district) and Wakro Branch Post Office (Lohit district).
Sun, 20 Oct 2024
ICMR-INDIAB data: diabetes prevalence of 18.9% in Jammu region
On 20 October 2024, in Jammu, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh released the Jammu-related data of the ICMR-India Diabetes (INDIAB) study, showing an overall diabetes burden of 18.9% in the region's 10 districts.
J.P. Nadda inaugurates BJMFCON 2024; cites Ayushman Arogya Mandir figures for Bihar and Jharkhand
On 20 October 2024, in India, Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda inaugurated 'Medicine Update BJMFCON 2024' organised by the Bihar & Jharkhand Medical Forum, and said PMCH Patna is being redeveloped into Asia's second-largest hospital.
PM Modi inaugurates RJ Sankara Eye Hospital in Varanasi
On 20 October 2024, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the RJ Sankara Eye Hospital and listed five pillars of India's health strategy.
Sat, 19 Oct 2024
Thu, 17 Oct 2024
CJI inaugurates AROHA-2024, AIIA's first international conference on Ayurveda
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud inaugurated AROHA-2024, the first-ever international conference of the All India Institute of Ayurveda, on its 8th foundation day.
ETAI Framework and Guidelines for trustworthy AI in the armed forces launched
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, CDS General Anil Chauhan and DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat launched the Evaluating Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (ETAI) Framework and Guidelines for the Armed Forces.
Government and Meta launch 'Scam se Bacho' campaign against online scams
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Government and Meta launched 'Scam se Bacho', a national user awareness campaign to tackle rising online scams.
'Pavana Chitra', India's first airport-based self-powered indoor air quality monitor, unveiled at Thiruvananthapuram
On 17 October 2024, at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, Kerala, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh unveiled Pavana Chitra, India's first airport-based self-powered indoor air quality monitoring facility.
INST Mohali develops nose-to-brain drug delivery for brain tuberculosis
On 17 October 2024, the Department of Science and Technology said scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, Punjab, developed chitosan nano-aggregates to deliver TB drugs to the brain through the nose.
Wed, 16 Oct 2024
Tue, 15 Oct 2024
PM inaugurates ITU World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly 2024 and 8th India Mobile Congress
On 15 October 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ITU World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) 2024 and the 8th edition of the India Mobile Congress.
Three AI Centres of Excellence in healthcare, agriculture and sustainable cities announced; ₹990 crore approved
On 15 October 2024, in New Delhi, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced three AI Centres of Excellence focused on healthcare, agriculture and sustainable cities, for which the government approved ₹990 crore.
Mon, 14 Oct 2024
NPPA raises ceiling prices of 11 formulations of 8 essential drugs by 50% to ensure availability
On 14 October 2024, in India, the NPPA announced a 50% increase in ceiling prices of 11 scheduled formulations of 8 drugs, invoking extraordinary powers under Para 19 of DPCO, 2013.
ANRF launches its first two initiatives: PM Early Career Research Grant and MAHA-EV Mission
On 14 October 2024, in India, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation launched the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) and the MAHA-EV Mission.
Sun, 13 Oct 2024
Tele MANAS completes two years, handles over 14.7 lakh calls
On 13 October 2024, in India, the Government said Tele MANAS (National Tele Mental Health Programme), launched on 10 October 2022, has handled over 14.7 lakh calls in two years.
Jitendra Singh inaugurates India's first Demonstration Facility for Biopolymers at Jejuri, Pune
On 13 October 2024, Union Minister Jitendra Singh virtually inaugurated India's first Demonstration Facility for Biopolymers at Jejuri in Pune, Maharashtra, built by Praj Industries.