CM Patel launches Rs 6.16 bn Vadodara projects

Kumaraswamy Invites Envoys to Join Flagship Bharat Steel 2026

Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries, HD Kumaraswamy, held an interactive meeting with Ambassadors and diplomatic representatives of key partner countries, inviting them to actively participate in Bharat Steel 2026, the flagship international conference-cum-exhibition of the Ministry of Steel scheduled for April 2026.The meeting saw strong participation from representatives of countries that play a significant role in the global steel value chain. It formed part of the Ministry’s broader outreach efforts to deepen international cooperation and strengthen India’s engagement with ma..

Centre Clears Rs 8.87 Bn Plan for World-class Mumbai Marina

The Union Government has approved a Rs 8.87 billion proposal to develop a world-class marina at Mumbai Harbour, a move expected to significantly boost coastal shipping, maritime tourism and waterfront-led urban development in India’s financial capital.The proposed ‘Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina’ has been cleared by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in line with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to create global-standard tourism destinations and strengthen the country’s maritime economy. The project is designed to open up Mumbai’s waterfront for public use while att..

Study Highlights Freshwater Sponges’ Role in Fighting Metal Pollution

Scientists have identified freshwater sponges and their associated microbial communities as powerful natural allies in tackling toxic metal pollution, offering new hope for sustainable water quality management. A recent study has revealed that these sponges can act both as bioindicators and effective absorbents of harmful metals such as arsenic, lead and cadmium.The findings come from a study published in Microbiology Spectrum by researchers from Bose Institute, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The research focused on freshwater spong..