Task Force Committee for preparing next three Olympic Games

Only Takeouts: The suggested Terms of Reference of the Task Force are: (i)                To suggest a comprehensive action plan including short-term, medium term and long-term measures for effective participation of…

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ISRO Successfully Tests C25 Cryogenic Upper Stage of GSLV MkIII

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully ground tested its indigenously developed Cryogenic Upper Stage for GSLV MkIII on January 25, 2017. The cryogenic stage designated as C25 was tested for…

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A clinical trial using technology to minimise hair loss due to Chemotherapy

The Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Parel has started a clinical trial using technology to minimise hair loss due to chemotherapy. The initiative, the first such in India, is expected to…

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Sea-surface temps during last interglacial period like modern temps

Sea-surface temperatures during the last interglaciation period were like those of today, a new study reports. The trend is worrisome, as sea levels during the last interglacial period were between…

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Shailesh Nayak Committee on the Coastal Regulation Zone

The Report of the Committee to Review the Issues relating to the Coastal Regulation Zone, 2011 was submitted to the government. Shailesh Nayak Committee has recently relaxed norms under coastal…

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Government to support Tangaliya weavers in purchasing looms

Government of India will facilitate Tangaliya weavers in purchase of looms, by providing them an assistance amounting to 90% of the price of looms. About Tangaliya: Tangaliya is a 700-year-old…

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