Utkal Divas, also called Odisha Foundation Day, is observed on April 1 to commemorate the formation of Odisha. The state came into being on 1 April 1936, when Odia-speaking areas spread across various provinces of British India were brought together.
The Nyaya Setu AI Chatbot was unveiled by the Vice-President together with the Union Minister of Law and Justice during the DISHA programme. Nyaya Setu is an Artificial Intelligence based legal assistant that works on a voice-first model and supports multiple languages. Its purpose is to help ordinary citizens understand laws and legal procedures in simple terms.
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has cleared excavation work for the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Nuclear Power Project. The project site lies in Banswara district of Rajasthan, close to the Mahi Dam built on the Mahi River. Excavation approval is an important regulatory milestone that allows site preparation and foundation work to begin ahead of plant construction.
The Indian Navy received several new indigenous platforms. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) delivered Sanshodhak, the fourth and last Survey Vessel Large used for hydrographic surveys and mapping of sea and coastal areas, and Agray, an anti-submarine vessel.
The Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH) in Chennai has carried out South India's first Sacral Neuromodulation (SNM) surgery. The procedure is used to treat urinary problems by placing an implanted device that regulates the nerves controlling the bladder.
India Strengthens Integrity in Sports: Highlights from the GAIIN Conference In a major boost to its image as a clean sporting nation, India hosted the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Global Anti-Doping Intelligence and Investigations Network (GAIIN) conference in New Delhi in May 2026.
Tamil Nadu’s Climate Governance Shines on the Global Stage In a significant achievement for India’s environmental efforts, the Tamil Nadu Green Climate Company (TNGCC) has been prominently featured in a global report by The Earthshot Prize. This recognition highlights the state's proactive approach to mitigating climate change and protecting its diverse biodiversity.
The Indian Navy has taken delivery of INS Dunagiri, an indigenously built stealth frigate constructed under Project 17A. The warship, delivered by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE), is the fifth vessel of the Nilgiri-class frigates. Stealth frigates are designed to be harder for enemy radar to detect, making them valuable for modern naval operations.
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