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Odisha Makes Electric Vehicles Mandatory for Government Use from June 1, 2026

May 22, 2026

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Odisha has taken a strong step towards clean energy. From 1 June 2026, the state government will only buy electric vehicles (EVs) for official use. This rule applies to both new two-wheelers and four-wheelers. It also covers four-wheelers hired for government work. The order was issued on 21 May 2026 by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. It is part of an eight-point plan to reduce pollution and fuel costs.

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JEEVAN App and SHATAYU Dashboard: India’s New Digital Push for Senior Citizen Care

May 22, 2026

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On May 22, 2026, Union Minister Virendra Kumar will launch two major digital platforms for eldercare in India. The JEEVAN mobile app is for senior citizens. The SHATAYU dashboard is for geriatric caregivers. The launch will happen during a virtual program themed “Creating a Well-Functioning Care Economy.” This initiative aims to improve care services through technology, policy support, and community participation.

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FSSAI New Centralised Food Surveillance System: A Digital Shield for Your Plate

May 22, 2026

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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is planning a major change. It wants to create a centralised food surveillance system. This system will handle market sampling, laboratory testing, and digital alert generation. The goal is to make food safety monitoring faster and more effective across all states. The new plan uses neutral third-party agencies to collect samples and a national database to trigger instant alerts. Let us understand how this will work.

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International Day for Biological Diversity 2026: Acting Locally for a Global Impact

May 22, 2026

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The International Day for Biological Diversity 2026 will be observed on May 22. This year’s theme is “Acting locally for global impact.” The campaign reminds us that small actions in our own communities can help stop biodiversity loss. It also supports the global goals of the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework. Biodiversity means all living things – plants, animals, and even tiny germs. Protecting them is important for our own survival.

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India Fertility Rate Drops Below 2.1 for Fifth Year: SRS 2024 Report

May 22, 2026

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The 2024 Sample Registration System (SRS) report of the Office of the Registrar General of India is out. It shows a crude death rate of 6.4 deaths per thousand people. The total fertility rate is 1.9 children per woman. This is the fifth year in a row that fertility has stayed below the replacement level of 2.1. The report also gives us new data on births, deaths, and causes of death in India.

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