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India Conducts First Safety Assessment of Hydrogen Compressor System Under National Hydrogen Mission

January 19, 2026

India Conducts First Comprehensive Safety Assessment of Hydrogen Compressor-Dispenser System

India has achieved a major milestone in clean energy safety with the country’s first comprehensive safety assessment of a hydrogen compressor–dispenser system, strengthening preparedness for large-scale hydrogen infrastructure. The assessment was conducted by CSIR–Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR), reinforcing India’s technical readiness under the National Hydrogen Mission.

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Tamil Nadu Launches ₹5 Lakh 'Semmozhi Illakiya Virudhu' for Major Indian Languages

January 19, 2026

Tamil Nadu Institutes ‘Semmozhi Illakiya Virudhu’, A National Literary Award for Non-Hindi Languages

In a significant move to promote literary diversity, the Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister M K Stalin, has announced the establishment of an annual state-sponsored literary honour. The award, named ‘Semmozhi Illakiya Virudhu’ (Classical Language Literary Award), was unveiled at the closing ceremony of the Chennai International Book Fair, positioning the state as a new patron of pan-Indian literature.

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UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to Visit India, Boosting Strategic Partnership

January 19, 2026

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to Visit India, Reinforcing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, will undertake an official visit to India on January 19. The visit highlights the sustained momentum in bilateral engagement and reflects the deepening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

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US Invites India to Join Proposed ‘Board of Peace’ for Post-War Gaza Governance

January 19, 2026

US Invites India to Join Proposed ‘Board of Peace’ for Post-War Governance in Gaza

US President Donald Trump has reportedly invited India to join a proposed international “Board of Peace” aimed at overseeing post-war governance, reconstruction, and long-term stabilisation of Gaza. The proposal forms part of Trump’s broader ceasefire initiative and a 20-point Comprehensive Plan designed to manage Gaza’s transition from conflict to structured governance.

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Indian-Origin Attorney Keshav Poddar Appointed Deputy Mayor of Jersey City

January 19, 2026

Indian-Origin Attorney Keshav Poddar Sworn in as Deputy Mayor of Jersey City

Indian-origin attorney Keshav Poddar has been sworn in as Deputy Mayor of Jersey City, assuming charge of housing and economic development in the city’s new administration. Poddar took his oath on the Bhagwat Gita, symbolically affirming his Indian heritage while stepping into one of the city’s most influential executive roles.

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