Adopted during India's 2026 Presidency, the BRICS Indore Declaration establishes four pivotal agricultural networks focusing on digital farming, agroecology, seed rights, and genetic resources. It positions farmers at the core of global food security, climate resilience, and technological innovation.
Click to View MoreOn June 15, Goa hosted the Global Wind Day 2026 Conference themed "Wind Energy: From Ambition to Acceleration." The event focused on India's 100 GW target by 2030, domestic manufacturing, and grid readiness.
Click to View MoreThe India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030 elevates bilateral ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. It prioritizes co-development in artificial intelligence, space technologies, and deep-tech startups, integrating frameworks like DEPA to secure digital sovereignty and robust global supply chains.
Click to View MoreFrance hosts the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian, where leaders address economic security, Chinese overcapacity, and AI governance. India participates as an outreach partner for the 13th time.
Click to View MoreBharat Innovates 2026, inaugurated in Nice, elevates the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership by connecting 120+ Indian deep-tech startups with global investors. The summit drives bilateral collaboration in 'Trusted AI', space tech, advanced manufacturing, and academic patent commercialization frameworks.
Click to View MoreIndia accelerates its ethanol blending programme beyond E20 to reduce 88.5% crude oil import dependency. While higher blends promise economic and climate benefits, concerns around vehicle compatibility, groundwater depletion, and food security highlight the urgent need for 2G biofuels.
Click to View MoreOffshore wind energy presents a highly reliable, high-capacity renewable power source critical for India's 2030 decarbonization targets. Despite an estimated 70 GW potential along the Gujarat and Tamil Nadu coasts, high initial costs and grid constraints stall implementation, requiring robust Viability Gap Funding and targeted policy execution.
Click to View MoreThe Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched "RISA: Timeless Tribal," a premium brand elevating indigenous weaves and handicrafts. Managed by TRIFED, it provides global market access, sustainable livelihoods, and modern design integration while preserving India's rich tribal cultural heritage.
Click to View MoreThe Supreme Court of India ruled that High Courts cannot dismiss writ petitions under Article 226(1) using the forum non conveniens doctrine. This judgment protects litigants' access to justice by affirming jurisdiction based on the respondent's location.
Click to View MoreExtreme heatwaves severely disrupt agricultural productivity, costing farm workers 54 days of labor annually. The crisis threatens food security, reduces rural incomes, and exposes informal workers to critical health risks. Comprehensive, worker-centric Heat Action Plans offer the essential solution.
Click to View MoreAcoustic Cooling uses sound waves and thermodynamic principles to transfer heat without conventional refrigerants. The technology offers energy-efficient, environmentally friendly cooling for electronics, data centres, industries, and space systems, making it a promising sustainable alternative to traditional refrigeration.
Click to View MoreThe Kirthai-II Hydroelectric Project is a 930 MW run-of-river hydropower project on the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir. It strengthens renewable energy generation, enhances India's utilization of Indus basin waters, and supports regional development, energy security, and strategic infrastructure growth.
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