Good Governance

AIIMS Rishikesh Successfully Conducts Drone-Based Trial To Transport TB Drugs

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, conducted a successful trial for transporting tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the district hospital in Tehri Garhwal in Uttarakhand.

Gurugram-based drone start-up TechEagle on February 16 delivered 3 kg of tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles. AIIMS Rishikesh has taken this initiative to supply ATT drugs to prevent TB with the incorporation of innovative interventions, which would likely reach the World Health Organization’s objective to eliminate TB.

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Local Fishermen, Community Members Clean Takmu Pat As G20 Event Commences In Manipur

Manipur, on February 17, hosted the first of four B20 sessions — the official G20 dialogue forum for the global business community — scheduled in the Northeast.

Given the upcoming G20 events in Manipur, local fishermen and community members cleaned Takmu Pat in a significant effort to conserve the pristine environment of the unique Loktak Lake. Residences built on Phumdi have endangered the lake and negatively impacted the surrounding ecosystem. The inhabitants of this lake have been utilizing natural resources to establish a vibrant local economy for generations.

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Make Your Mental Health A Priority!

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Health Melas are to be organized at 1.56 Lakh Ayushman Bharat – Health & Wellness Centres on the 14th of every month. AB-HWCs and LHMC, New Delhi organized cycling event to enhance physical and mental well-being awareness and promote environment-friendly conveyance.

We appreciate the initiative, as health is not just physical but also mental!

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Air Pollution Rises To Alarming Level As Dust Storm Engulfs Guwahati

Guwahati’s Air Quality has dropped over the last month for various reasons. Today, Guwahati seems covered in white as the dust storm looms over the city.

Guwahati’s air quality has stayed in the ‘Very Poor’ category for a month as per the daily Air Quality Index (AQI) bulletin published by the Central Pollution Control Board.

Air pollution has increased to an alarming level, forcing many city-bound flights to divert due to low visibility from a thick dust cloud.

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Goa: New Zuari Bridge Leaves Commuters & Locals Happy

The new Zuari Bridge was inaugurated on December 29, and traveling between North and South Goa will never be the same again. The crucial connection over the river – which was the old Zuari bridge – was plagued by traffic snarls and was a nightmare, especially during the tourist season.

But after the new bridge was inaugurated, according to Goa Times, they found commuters were pleased, traffic cops happy, and a general sense of ease.

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Heartwarming! Auraiya Police Officer Drops Elderly Man Home In Govt Vehicle As He Faces Trouble Walking

A Twitter video shared by Auraiya Police on February 8 shows a 98-year-old man, a resident of village Navi Mohan of Thana Sahayal, who traveled to Lahrapur Bank to collect his pension. Due to old age, he faced inconvenience in walking. Observing the situation, a police officer from Auraiya offered to drive the elderly man home in his official vehicle.

His admirable act of generosity moved internet users.

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Patna Municipal Corporation launches a surveillance-led crackdown on public spitting and urination to improve hygiene and civic behaviour.
After successful pilots, Karnataka will distribute over 10 lakh menstrual cups to students, aiming to save costs, reduce waste, and prevent school absenteeism among girls.
India plans to open API access for tax portals, allowing large firms to automate compliance fully.
Delhi’s draft EV Policy 2.0 proposes a ₹50,000 incentive to encourage retrofitting petrol and diesel cars into electric vehicles to cut pollution.
Chennai launches twenty-three crore welfare project establishing two hundred thirty-two modern rest and dining hubs for workers.
The Tamil Nadu government introduced an assured pension scheme after talks with unions, prompting employees to withdraw their planned indefinite strike.
The draft rules aim to operationalise the Social Security Code, offering welfare benefits to gig and platform workers through shared responsibility.
Bengaluru residents can now clear water bill arrears with a full interest waiver through March 2026.
SSP Kanwardeep Kaur announces a dedicated 112 women’s pick-and-drop service alongside 1,100 personnel to secure safe New Year celebrations in Chandigarh.
On Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary, Delhi's government rolls out 45 Atal Canteens providing ₹5 subsidised meals to uplift urban poor and labourers.
KSRTC adopts Karnataka's mandate for one paid menstrual leave day per month to female staff, promoting health without medical proof, effective January 1, 2026.
ISRO's LVM3-M6 launched record 6,100 kg US BlueBird Block-2 from Sriharikota ninth success, first dedicated US commercial mission.
The Uttar Pradesh government will subsidise Land Development Bank loans so small and marginal farmers pay only 6% interest.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has mandated Bhagavad Gita recitation in schools to boost moral values and cultural awareness.
Indian Railways has connected 6,117 stations-93% of its network-with free high-speed Wi-Fi through revenue-sharing partnerships, saving over ₹1,200 crore in public funds.
BARC advances a strategic 3,000-acre nuclear R&D campus in Andhra Pradesh with environmental nod to divert 148 hectares of forest land, balancing innovation and ecology.
Tamil Nadu’s economic story stands out for its balanced growth—strong factories, rising exports, and governance that distributes prosperity while navigating global uncertainty.
PM Modi receives Ethiopia's top award from Abiy Ahmed for ties & Global South role, dedicates to 1.4B Indians.
The Union Cabinet has greenlit ₹11,718.24 crore for a fully digital Census 2027, featuring India's first post-independence caste count and advanced tech, sans separate NPR funding.
A government-led campaign combining digital portals and district-level camps is helping Indians recover long-forgotten bank deposits, insurance claims, mutual funds and dividends.
India gets its first 5 mm "table-top red marking" to save wildlife on the Bhopal–Jabalpur Highway.
Uttar Pradesh integrates Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, and Bengali in vocational education to promote cultural harmony free of cost.
Government imposes temporary fare caps excluding taxes after IndiGo's cancellations caused fares to spike five to ten times.
India's free 30-day e-tourist visas for Russians promise smoother travel and stronger bilateral bonds after the Modi-Putin summit.