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India Hosts BIMSTEC Young Professionals Exchange Programme 2026

March 17, 2026

BIMSTEC Youth Exchange Strengthens Innovation and Regional Cooperation

India hosted the BIMSTEC Young Professionals Exchange Programme in Maharashtra from 9 to 15 March 2026, aiming to deepen regional cooperation and knowledge exchange among emerging leaders from the Bay of Bengal region. The initiative focused on showcasing India’s innovation ecosystem while fostering collaboration among young professionals in technology, entrepreneurship and research.

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Gujarat Launches Statewide FMD Vaccination Drive Under NADCP

March 17, 2026

Gujarat Intensifies Foot and Mouth Disease Control Campaign for Livestock

The Government of Gujarat has initiated a large-scale vaccination campaign to curb the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease across the state. The drive commenced on 1 March 2026 and will continue until 15 April, under the National Animal Disease Control Programme. The campaign aims to protect livestock health, enhance productivity and reduce economic losses faced by farmers.

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Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025 Announced for 24 Indian Languages

March 17, 2026

Sahitya Akademi Honours 24 Authors Across Languages and Genres

The Sahitya Akademi has announced the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025, recognising exceptional literary works across 24 Indian languages. The awards span diverse genres such as poetry, novels, short stories, essays, memoirs, literary criticism, and autobiography, highlighting India’s rich multilingual literary tradition and creative diversity.

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Alexandre Singh Wins Oscar for Best Live-Action Short Film at 98th Academy Awards

March 17, 2026

Indian-Origin Filmmaker Alexandre Singh Honoured for Two People Exchanging Saliva

Indian-origin filmmaker Alexandre Singh won the Best Live-Action Short Film award at the 98th Academy Awards for the French-language film Two People Exchanging Saliva. The award was shared in a rare tie with The Singers, directed by Sam A. Davis and Jack Piatt. This achievement highlights the growing presence of filmmakers of Indian origin on the global cinematic stage.

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World Bank Approves $300 Million Loan for Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Program

March 17, 2026

UP Clean Air Management Program Gets Major World Bank Funding Boost

The World Bank has approved a loan of about USD 300 million to support Uttar Pradesh in improving air quality through a comprehensive environmental initiative. The funding will be used for the Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Program, which focuses on reducing pollution across sectors such as transport, agriculture, and industry. The programme is designed to enhance environmental sustainability while also creating employment opportunities, particularly for youth and women.

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