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Gujarat Launches Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana to Bring Urban Facilities to Villages

February 01, 2026

Gujarat Rolls Out Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana for Rural Transformation

Gujarat has unveiled an ambitious rural development initiative aimed at delivering urban-level infrastructure and services in villages, reinforcing the state’s commitment to balanced and inclusive growth. The Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana seeks to narrow the rural–urban divide by upgrading public amenities, governance systems, and connectivity in strategically important rural centres.

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Indian Railways Launches First LNG–Diesel Dual-Fuel DEMU, Boosting Green Mobility

February 01, 2026

Indian Railways Operates First LNG–Diesel Dual-Fuel DEMU Train

Indian Railways has marked a major advance in sustainable transportation by operationalising the country’s first LNG–Diesel dual-fuel Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) train. The initiative reflects a strategic shift towards cleaner propulsion technologies and supports India’s long-term goals of reducing emissions and fuel dependency in rail operations.

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Rusoma Orange Festival 2026 Begins Near Kohima, Showcasing Horticulture-Driven Rural Growth

February 01, 2026

Fifth Rüsoma Orange Festival Kicks Off in Nagaland

The fifth edition of the Rüsoma Orange Festival was inaugurated today at Rüsoma village, located about 10 kilometres from Kohima, reinforcing Nagaland’s efforts to link horticulture with rural prosperity. The event celebrates the success of orange cultivation as both an economic driver and a cultural marker for the village.

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ONGC Launches Pragya-AIX to Embed Artificial Intelligence Across Upstream Operations

February 01, 2026

ONGC Goes Live with Pragya-AIX, Its Unified AI and Innovation Platform

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation has advanced its digital transformation agenda with the operational rollout of Pragya-AIX, an Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Exchange aimed at integrating AI directly into everyday business processes. The move represents a decisive transition from isolated digital experiments to an organisation-wide, production-ready AI ecosystem supporting ONGC’s core upstream activities.

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Uttarakhand Wins ‘Best State for Promotion of Aviation and Ecosystem’ at WINGS INDIA 2026

February 01, 2026

Uttarakhand Bags National Aviation Award at WINGS INDIA 2026

Uttarakhand has received the national award for ‘Best State for Promotion of Aviation and Ecosystem’ at WINGS INDIA 2026, marking a significant endorsement of the state’s aviation-led development strategy. The recognition reflects how aviation infrastructure has been leveraged to improve connectivity, tourism, disaster response, and public services across the state’s difficult Himalayan terrain.

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