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India’s Non-Fossil Power Capacity Reaches 300.5 GW: Key Facts, Government initiatives, Significance and Challenges

26-Aug-2026

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) announced that India's installed non-fossil fuel-based electricity generation capacity has crossed 300 GW, reaching 300.50 GW as on 31 July 2026. This constitutes over 54% of India's total installed power capacity (around 552 GW) and represents more than 60% of India's 2030 target of 500 GW non-fossil capacity under its climate commitments.

Made in India: 100% Indigenous AK-203 Sher Rifle Test-Fired Successfully in Uttar Pradesh

26-Aug-2026

India’s AK-203 Sher assault rifle has achieved a major milestone in indigenous defence manufacturing. Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL) has produced and test-fired the first AK-203 rifle made entirely from Indian components and input materials at its Amethi facility in Uttar Pradesh.

DRDO Missile Technology Transfer to Indian Defence Industry: Key Features and Significance

26-Aug-2026

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved the Transfer of Technology (ToT) for all conventional missile systems developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to eligible Indian defence industries on 25 August 2026.

CSIR-NAL Unveils Indigenous Micro Gas Turbine Engines: Key Features and Significance

26-Aug-2026

The CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) unveiled three indigenous micro and small gas turbine engines — NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100  at the SSB Auditorium, CSIR Headquarters, New Delhi, on 25 August 2026.

COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026: Annapurni Subramaniam Becomes First Indian Woman to Receive Prestigious International Award

26-Aug-2026

India has achieved another significant milestone in global space science. Renowned astrophysicist Dr. Annapurni Subramaniam has been awarded the prestigious COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026 for her outstanding contributions to space research.

AssamSAT Project 2026: Role of ASSAC, IN-SPACe and Private Space Companies

25-Aug-2026

Assam is moving ahead with AssamSAT, its proposed dedicated Earth-observation satellite system, with the process of selecting a private-sector implementation partner reaching an advanced stage.

Mecca Defence Pact: Key Features, Motives, Significance & Implications

25-Aug-2026

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on 7 August 2026 in Mecca.

UP’s New Maternity Leave Policy 2026: 180 Days Twice and No Mandatory Two-Year Gap

25-Aug-2026

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on 22 August 2026 approved an amendment allowing eligible women state government employees to avail 180 days of paid maternity leave twice during their service. A major change is the removal of the earlier requirement of a minimum two-year gap between two spells of maternity leave. The decision also extends maternity-leave benefits to eligible adoptive mothers.

What Is Non-GMO High-Expansion Popcorn Maize? VP C. P. Radhakrishnan to Launch India’s First Hybrid Seed

25-Aug-2026

Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit Musunuru in Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, on August 24, 2026. During his visit, he will attend a programme at the Gourmet Popcornica Factory, where he will launch India’s first Non-GMO High-Expansion Popcorn Maize Hybrid Seed.

Annapoorani Super Six Scheme: Tamil Nadu’s Free LPG Cylinder Initiative

25-Aug-2026

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Vijay Joseph has announced the Annapoorani Super Six Scheme, under which eligible families in the state will receive six free LPG cylinders every year.

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