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Alexandre Singh Wins Oscar for Best Live-Action Short Film at 98th Academy Awards

Mar 17, 2026

Indian-Origin Filmmaker Alexandre Singh Honoured for Two People Exchanging Saliva

Indian-origin filmmaker Alexandre Singh won the Best Live-Action Short Film award at the 98th Academy Awards for the French-language film Two People Exchanging Saliva. The award was shared in a rare tie with The Singers, directed by Sam A. Davis and Jack Piatt. This achievement highlights the growing presence of filmmakers of Indian origin on the global cinematic stage.

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World Bank Approves $300 Million Loan for Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Program

Mar 17, 2026

UP Clean Air Management Program Gets Major World Bank Funding Boost

The World Bank has approved a loan of about USD 300 million to support Uttar Pradesh in improving air quality through a comprehensive environmental initiative. The funding will be used for the Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Program, which focuses on reducing pollution across sectors such as transport, agriculture, and industry. The programme is designed to enhance environmental sustainability while also creating employment opportunities, particularly for youth and women.

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Indian Animated Film CHYIMI Wins Best Director at NYSAF 2026

Mar 17, 2026

Assam IGP Partha Sarathi Mahanta’s CHYIMI Honoured at New York Short Animation Festival

Indian animation achieved international recognition after the animated short film CHYIMI won the Best Director Award at the New York Short Animation Festival in 2026. The film is directed by Partha Sarathi Mahanta, who currently serves as Inspector General of Police in Assam and Commissioner of Police in Guwahati. The achievement highlights the increasing global visibility of Indian and Assamese storytelling through animated cinema.

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Indian Navy Joins Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 in Indo-Pacific

Mar 17, 2026

Sea Dragon 2026: Multinational Anti-Submarine Drill in Guam

The Indian Navy is taking part in Exercise Sea Dragon 2026, hosted at Andersen Air Force Base. This annual exercise, led by the United States, focuses on strengthening anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities among partner nations in the Indo-Pacific. India’s participation reflects its expanding strategic role in maritime security and regional cooperation.

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CSIR-NCL Advances Dimethyl Ether (DME) as Clean Diesel Alternative

Mar 17, 2026

Dimethyl Ether Technology Gains Momentum in India’s Clean Energy Push

The CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory has initiated plans to scale up Dimethyl Ether (DME) technology to an industrial demonstration level with support from an engineering partner. This move is aimed at promoting cleaner fuels and reducing reliance on conventional diesel, especially in sectors like agriculture and transport.

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