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India Establishes First National Biobank for Rare LSDs

February 13, 2026

DBT-Backed Biobank Advances Rare Disease Research

India has established its first government-supported national biobank dedicated to Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs), marking a major advance in rare disease research. The initiative integrates biological samples alongside detailed clinical, biochemical, and genetic data from 530 patients spanning multiple states. It is funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).

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Tamil Inscriptions Found in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings

February 13, 2026

Discovery Reveals Ancient Tamilagam–Roman Connections

A significant archaeological reassessment has uncovered compelling evidence of early transcontinental interaction between South India and the Mediterranean world. Nearly 30 inscriptions in Tamil-Brahmi, Prakrit, and Sanskrit have been documented within tombs in the Valley of the Kings, dating to the 1st–3rd centuries C.E. The findings emerged from field studies conducted by European researchers during 2024–25.

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Odisha Introduces QR Codes on Land Pattas

February 13, 2026

Digital Verification to Strengthen Land Records Transparency

The Government of Odisha has announced the introduction of QR codes on Record of Rights (RoR) documents to enable instant digital verification of land ownership details. The reform aims to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and modernise property transactions across the state.

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Defence Ministry Signs Rs 2,312 Crore Dornier Deal

February 13, 2026

HAL to Supply Eight Dornier 228 Aircraft to Coast Guard

The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 2,312 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of eight Dornier 228 aircraft for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The acquisition, executed under the “Buy (Indian)” category, highlights India’s continued emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing.

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IAF Instructors to Train British Fast Jet Pilots

February 13, 2026

India–UK Defence Cooperation Expands with RAF Valley Deployment

India and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen bilateral defence engagement, with the Indian Air Force (IAF) set to deploy instructors for training Royal Air Force fast jet pilots. The decision emerged from the 19th UK–India Air Staff Talks held in New Delhi.

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