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Maharashtra’s state-run BEST undertaking has initiated an ultra-fast electric bus network in Mumbai’s suburban corridors. The fleet of 200 high-speed 9-meter e-buses will operate on core routes spanning Navi Mumbai, Thane, and central Mumbai. Equipped with fast-charging capabilities and regenerative braking, these buses offer reduced turnaroun…

Odisha’s Forest Department has declared 10 mangrove zones along its deltaic coastline as co-managed farming areas. Farmers here can grow fish, rice, and vegetables in harmony with mangrove roots using raised-bed agriculture and silvo-aquaculture. This blend improves biodiversity while providing food security and storm resilience. Early adopters …

ISRO scientists, in collaboration with IIT Madras, have developed India’s first reusable heat shield using carbon-carbon composite and silica gel matrix. The shield can withstand temperatures above 1,800°C and is suitable for multi-use missions, including satellite retrieval and deep-space capsule reentry. The shield was successfully tested on …

Gujarat’s Khavda region, part of the Little Rann of Kutch, is seeing a new model of organic salt farming using solar concentrators and saline-resistant seeds. Traditional Agariyas are being trained in low-impact harvesting techniques that preserve local flamingo habitats. The project includes micro-credits, health insurance, and fair trade certi…

In a pioneering move, India has launched an AI-powered legal assistant named NyayaSathi in select district courts across Maharashtra. This tool helps litigants draft applications, track hearings, and translate court orders into regional languages. Lawyers can also use it for legal research and citation referencing. Judges receive structured digest…

West Bengal’s Urban Development Ministry has adopted a new policy that mandates all future public infrastructure to be inclusive for persons with disabilities and the elderly. All bus stops, metro stations, parks, and markets will include ramps, tactile guides, and visual alerts. Kolkata’s New Town is the first urban area to fully comply. The …

The Gujarat Forest Department has introduced solar-powered boats for patrolling lakes in protected areas like Nal Sarovar and Thol. These boats are silent, non-polluting, and ideal for bird habitats. Forest rangers use them to monitor migratory bird movements, illegal fishing, and plastic dumping. Boats are equipped with GPS trackers and binocular…

To promote sustainable tourism, Uttarakhand has begun installing compact, prefabricated eco-pods on popular trekking routes like Kedarkantha and Har Ki Dun. These pods, made from bamboo and insulated panels, offer eco-friendly shelter to trekkers. Powered by solar energy and equipped with dry compost toilets, the pods are placed at 8–10 km inter…

The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority has begun retrofitting existing cyclone shelters into smart emergency hubs. These centers now feature solar backup, satellite internet, community radio systems, and inflatable tents for overflow accommodation. Each center can host up to 500 evacuees and function independently for up to 5 days post-dis…

In a major relief for apple growers, Himachal Pradesh has inaugurated a decentralized cold chain system in Shimla and Kinnaur. The system includes solar-powered cold rooms at farm clusters, refrigerated trucks for transport, and a digital inventory platform. Farmers can now store produce for 30+ days, avoiding distress sales. Refrigerated vans con…