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Union Cabinet Approves Rs37,500 Crore Coal Gasification Scheme

May 14, 2026

Overview

The Union Cabinet led by Narendra Modi has approved a ₹37,500 crore coal gasification scheme. The project aims to reduce India’s dependence on imported fuel, chemicals, and fertilizers. The government plans to use domestic coal and lignite reserves to produce valuable industrial products such as methanol, ammonia, and synthetic natural gas. The scheme is also part of India’s long-term energy security strategy.

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International Day of Families 2026: Date, Theme, and Why It Matters

May 14, 2026

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Every year on 15 May, the world celebrates the International Day of Families. This day reminds us how important families are for society. In 2026, the theme is “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing.” The United Nations chose this theme to highlight how unequal access to money, healthcare, and education hurts families and children. The day encourages governments to make better policies that support families. It was first proclaimed by the UN in 1993. The day also connects to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Pathfinder: India’s First Orbital Data Centre Satellite That Thinks in Space

May 14, 2026

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India is about to enter a new age of space technology. The country’s first orbital data centre satellite is named Pathfinder. It is being built by Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel in partnership with Sarvam AI. Unlike normal satellites that only take pictures and send all data to Earth, Pathfinder will process information directly in space. It will use artificial intelligence (AI) to analyse data while still in orbit. This will save time and reduce data transfer. The satellite is expected to launch by the end of 2026.

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India Approves Ahmedabad–Dholera Semi High-Speed Rail Project

May 13, 2026

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India approved the Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)–Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Line rail project on 13 May 2026. The project is estimated to cost around ₹20,667 crore. It will add nearly 134 km of railway line in Gujarat. The corridor is planned as India’s first semi high-speed rail project developed with indigenous technology. The project will improve connectivity between Ahmedabad, Dholera, and major industrial zones in Gujarat.

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Prashant Pise Appointed India’s New Ambassador to Oman

May 13, 2026

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India has appointed senior diplomat Prashant Pise as the new Ambassador to Oman. He is an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 1995 batch. Currently, he serves as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs. He will replace Godavarthi Venkata Srinivas, who is a 1993 batch IFS officer. Pise has served in Cairo, Tripoli, and handled Russia, CIS, and Central Asia affairs. His new role is important because Oman is a key partner for India in the Gulf region.

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