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UMMID Programme: India Mission to Tackle Rare Genetic Disorders

May 22, 2026

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The UMMID (Unique Methods of Management of Inherited Disorders) Programme is India’s major national initiative to improve the diagnosis, prevention, and management of inherited genetic disorders. Launched by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in 2019, the programme focuses on affordable healthcare, early detection, genetic counselling, and public awareness. It has established nearly 30 NIDAN Kendras across the country to provide advanced genetic testing and counselling services, especially in underserved regions.

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Tripti Mukherjee to Get Padma Shri: The Woman Who Saved Kantha Embroidery

May 22, 2026

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Kantha stitch artist Tripti Mukherjee will receive the Padma Shri on May 25, 2026. She is being honoured for preserving West Bengal’s traditional embroidery. She has also empowered rural women by teaching them this art. For nearly four decades, she has worked to keep Kantha alive and take it to the world. The award will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu. This is a proud moment for India’s handicraft sector.

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Muga Silk: Assam Golden Treasure Gifted to Italian Prime Minister

May 22, 2026

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The Prime Minister of India recently gifted two beautiful silk stoles to the Italian Prime Minister. One was made of Muga silk from Assam. The other was a Shirui Lily silk stole inspired by Manipur’s rare flower. Muga silk is known as the “golden silk” of Assam. It is a rare and precious textile. It comes from a special silkworm found only in the Brahmaputra Valley. This gift showed India’s rich cultural heritage to the world.

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IN-SPACe Offers Full PSLV Technology Transfer: A Giant Leap for India’s Private Space Industry

May 22, 2026

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The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has made a bold announcement. It is offering the complete transfer of technology for the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) to Indian industry. This news arrived on 21 May 2026. The offer is interesting because it comes before the first privately built PSLV has even completed its launch. This move is a big step in India’s plan to let private companies take a leading role in space activities.

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India Postpones First International Big Cat Alliance Summit Due to Ebola Concerns

May 22, 2026

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India postponed the first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit on 21 May 2026. The summit was originally scheduled for 1 June or 1–2 June 2026 in New Delhi. It was linked with the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit. The postponement happened because of an evolving Ebola health situation in parts of Africa. India took this decision in consultation with the African Union. The IBCA was formally launched on 12 March 2024 and currently has 25 member countries and five observer nations.

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