📢 UPDATE: Changes in Government Procurement Rules! 🇮🇳
As of June 05, 2025, the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017 have been amended, bringing a significant shift for scientific ministries in India. The mandatory use of the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) for acquiring research equipment is no longer required, effective today, June 07, 2025! 🎉
🔍 What’s New?
🔹Applies to ministries like Science & Technology, Atomic Energy, and others.
🔹Raises procurement limits (e.g., up to ₹1 crore without tendering under Rule 154).
🔹Aims to speed up imports and purchases of specialized scientific tools.
📄 Details: Check the official memorandum from the Department of Expenditure (images attached). This move addresses long-standing concerns from scientists about GeM delays, with studies showing a 15-20% research productivity drop.
#Policy #Reforms #Research
As of June 05, 2025, the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017 have been amended, bringing a significant shift for scientific ministries in India. The mandatory use of the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) for acquiring research equipment is no longer required, effective today, June 07, 2025! 🎉
🔍 What’s New?
🔹Applies to ministries like Science & Technology, Atomic Energy, and others.
🔹Raises procurement limits (e.g., up to ₹1 crore without tendering under Rule 154).
🔹Aims to speed up imports and purchases of specialized scientific tools.
📄 Details: Check the official memorandum from the Department of Expenditure (images attached). This move addresses long-standing concerns from scientists about GeM delays, with studies showing a 15-20% research productivity drop.
#Policy #Reforms #Research
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SAI Ammunition India Ltd & Economic Explosives (Reliance Infra) to hold final trials of indigenous 155mm artillery shells (HE, Smoke, DPICM) in November. Post-success, mass production will begin — boosting India’s artillery self-reliance. #Defence #aatmanirbharbharat
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Indian Development News 🇮🇳
Central Asian Foreign Ministers call on PM Modi in Delhi this evening. EAM Dr S Jaishankar, NSA Ajit Doval also present #ForeignAffairs
India and five Central Asian nations - Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan - have agreed to jointly explore rare earths and critical minerals, aiming to reduce dependency on China’s near-monopoly in this sector. This initiative was formalized during the 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue held in New Delhi on June 6, 2025. #Mining #ForeignAffairs
https://m.economictimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/metals-mining/india-five-central-asian-countries-express-interest-in-joint-rare-earth-mineral-exploration-amid-chinese-restrictions/articleshow/121678043.cms
https://m.economictimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/metals-mining/india-five-central-asian-countries-express-interest-in-joint-rare-earth-mineral-exploration-amid-chinese-restrictions/articleshow/121678043.cms
The Economic Times
India, five central Asian countries express interest in joint rare earth mineral exploration amid Chinese restrictions
India and five Central Asian nations are keen to collaborate on exploring rare earths and critical minerals, as stated after the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi. Following the first Rare Earth Forum, they plan further discussions and delegation exchanges…
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Pinaka MkIII with range of 120km induction in next 3 years and Pinaka MkIV with range of 300km induction in next 5 years : DRDO Chief
#Defense
#Defense
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India imposes 5-year anti-dumping duties on Vitamin-A Palmitate & Insoluble Sulphur imports from China, EU, Japan & Switzerland to protect domestic producers. Key for pharma, food & tyres. Duties range up to $358/MT; animal-feed grade exempt. #Trade #Policy
https://t.co/2iMBxwTJCx
https://t.co/2iMBxwTJCx
mint
India slaps anti-dumping duties on key chemical imports from China, EU, Japan, and Switzerland | Today News
The five-year levies on Vitamin-A Palmitate and Insoluble Sulphur follow findings that the substances were being dumped at below-market prices, hurting Indian producers. Duties range from $0.87/kg to $358/MT, with exemptions for animal-feed grade inputs.
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India has initiated a pre-feasibility study for the Chenab-Ravi-Beas-Sutlej canal project, aiming to divert 15–20 MAF of water from the Chenab River to Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This move follows the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. #Infra #Water #Geopolitics
https://t.co/CjFaIY1n5y
https://t.co/CjFaIY1n5y
The New Indian Express
India launches pre-feasibility study to divert Chenab water
NEW DELHI: India has launched a pre-feasibility study for the construction of the Chenab-Ravi-Beas-Sutlej link canal project aimed at diverting water from the C
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India’s ocean advisories—using data on sea surface temps, chlorophyll & currents—help pinpoint fish-rich zones. Result: higher catches, better incomes, less fuel, and lower emissions. Science in service of coastal livelihoods. #Research
https://t.co/VshqZQDEun
https://t.co/VshqZQDEun
The Hindu
How ocean science is feeding coastal India
INCOIS PFZ advisories boost fish catches for Indian fishermen, increasing income, lowering fuel costs and reducing carbon footprint significantly.
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📍🇮🇳🪖 Indian Army to procure 4,000 advanced “top-attack” anti-tank mines’ mines : Report
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/india/army-to-procure-4000-top-attack-mines/
These mines are advanced land-based munitions designed to engage and neutralise armoured vehicles by targeting their most vulnerable area — armour plates on top of the vehicles. Unlike traditional bottom-attack mines that detonate upon direct contact with the vehicle’s tracks or wheels, top-attack mines utilise advanced sensors and warhead technology to strike from above.
#Defence
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/india/army-to-procure-4000-top-attack-mines/
These mines are advanced land-based munitions designed to engage and neutralise armoured vehicles by targeting their most vulnerable area — armour plates on top of the vehicles. Unlike traditional bottom-attack mines that detonate upon direct contact with the vehicle’s tracks or wheels, top-attack mines utilise advanced sensors and warhead technology to strike from above.
#Defence
The Tribune
Army to procure 4,000 ‘top-attack’ mines - The Tribune
The Indian Army has projected a requirement for 4,000 advanced “top-attack” anti-tank mines to enhance its capability to deal with hostile armoured vehicles. These mines are used to protect important areas, act as a deterrent against aggression and slow down…
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Indian Development News 🇮🇳
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Elon Musk has deleted this tweet now #InternationalNews
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According to credible reports from both Indian and Russia media, Russia is offering India Su-57E for joint production and localisation of the components, i.e., local manufacturing, and Integration of local weapons and equipment, thus giving full control. #Defence #Geopolitics
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India launches pre-feasibility study to divert Chenab water.
The project proposes to channel 15-20 million acre-feet of water from the Chenab River to Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan
Source
#IndianSubcontinent #Policy
The project proposes to channel 15-20 million acre-feet of water from the Chenab River to Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan
Source
#IndianSubcontinent #Policy
The New Indian Express
India launches pre-feasibility study to divert Chenab water
NEW DELHI: India has launched a pre-feasibility study for the construction of the Chenab-Ravi-Beas-Sutlej link canal project aimed at diverting water from the C
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L&T gears up for #nuclear entry, to focus on small modular reactors ☢️
With the regulatory approval from the US Department of Energy in its kitty, L&T is planning to focus on manufacturing small modular reactors (SMRs) to play a leading role in the commercialisation of nuclear #Energy in India
https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/l-t-gears-up-for-nuclear-foray-to-focus-on-small-modular-reactors-125060100393_1.html
With the regulatory approval from the US Department of Energy in its kitty, L&T is planning to focus on manufacturing small modular reactors (SMRs) to play a leading role in the commercialisation of nuclear #Energy in India
https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/l-t-gears-up-for-nuclear-foray-to-focus-on-small-modular-reactors-125060100393_1.html
Business-Standard
L&T gears up for nuclear entry, to focus on small modular reactors
Company is actively scouting for global technology partners in the US and Europe
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Indian Development News 🇮🇳
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News we missed to report (and this is the real deal) -
Pakistan announces a series of diplomatic developments during recent engagements with China and Azerbaijan:
🔹 Offered: 40 J-35 stealth jets, KJ-500 AWACS & HQ-19 defence systems from China
🔹 Deferred: $3.7B in Chinese debt payments
🔹 MoU Signed: Huawei to train 100,000 Pakistanis in AI & IT
🔹 Confirmed Deal: Azerbaijan to purchase 40 JF-17 jets in a $4.6B defence agreement + $2B investment
🔹 Projection: Pakistan-Iran trade expected to rise from $3B to $10B
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
Pakistan announces a series of diplomatic developments during recent engagements with China and Azerbaijan:
🔹 Offered: 40 J-35 stealth jets, KJ-500 AWACS & HQ-19 defence systems from China
🔹 Deferred: $3.7B in Chinese debt payments
🔹 MoU Signed: Huawei to train 100,000 Pakistanis in AI & IT
🔹 Confirmed Deal: Azerbaijan to purchase 40 JF-17 jets in a $4.6B defence agreement + $2B investment
🔹 Projection: Pakistan-Iran trade expected to rise from $3B to $10B
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
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The Pentagon has confirmed it spent decades using UFO conspiracy theories to cover up highly classified weapons programs. #InternationalNews
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Enjoy this video of Vande Bharat train crossing the Chenab Rail Bridge - the highest railway bridge in the world. #Infra #Railways
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Pakistani delegation in US begs weaponry from western countries otherwise "Endia will commit genocide against innocent Pakistani children". #IndianSubcontinent
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Saatvik Solar begins work on a major 4.8 GW solar cell & 4 GW module plant in Odisha’s Ganjam district. Set to be operational by FY26–27, it’s part of a broader ₹28,000+ cr industrial push in the region, with SGEL’s total capacity to reach 8.8 GW.
Source
#Infra #GreenEnergy
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#Infra #GreenEnergy
pv magazine
Saatvik Solar breaks ground on 4.8 GW PV cell and 4 GW module manufacturing facility in Odisha
The facility will start solar module manufacturing by the end of fiscal 2026, with cell production scheduled to commence by the end of fiscal 2027.
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