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India to Launch First National Coral Reef Research Institute in Andaman

India to Establish First National Coral Reef Research Centre in Andaman

India is preparing to launch its first-ever National Coral Reef Research Institute (NCRRI) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, marking a decisive advancement in the country’s coastal and marine conservation strategy. The institute will serve as a national research centre dedicated exclusively to the study, restoration, and long-term protection of coral ecosystems—crucial habitats that buffer coastlines and sustain marine biodiversity.

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Sri Lanka Declares National Emergency After Cyclone Ditwah Devastation

Sri Lanka Declares Emergency Amid Cyclone Ditwah Devastation

Sri Lanka has entered a full state of emergency following the catastrophic impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused extensive casualties, widespread flooding and severe disruptions to essential services. The government issued the declaration to fast-track rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts as heavy rainfall and storm damage continue across multiple provinces.

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UP Becomes Third State to Cross 1 GW Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar

Uttar Pradesh Crosses 1 GW Rooftop Solar Capacity Under PM Surya Ghar

Uttar Pradesh has made a major leap in decentralised clean energy by crossing 1 gigawatt of residential rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijlee Yojana, emerging as the third state in India to surpass this mark after Gujarat and Maharashtra. The achievement highlights accelerating adoption of home-based solar power and reflects strong consumer response to government subsidy incentives.

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Operation Sagar Bandhu: India Delivers Emergency Cyclone Aid to Sri Lanka

India Launches Operation Sagar Bandhu to Assist Flood-Hit Sri Lanka

India has activated Operation Sagar Bandhu, a large-scale humanitarian mission to support Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah triggered catastrophic flooding, landslides and mass displacement across multiple provinces. With rising casualties and critical infrastructure damage, India has rushed relief supplies by air and sea under its established disaster-assistance framework for the Indian Ocean Region.

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NISAR Antenna Fully Deployed, Mission Enters Science Operations Phase

NISAR Satellite Deploys 12m Antenna, Begins Science-Phase Imaging

The NASA–ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar mission (NISAR) has entered full science operations with the successful deployment of its 12-metre antenna reflector in orbit. Launched aboard GSLV-F16 in July 2025, the Earth-observation satellite is now operationally ready, marking a major step for one of the world’s most advanced radar-imaging missions.

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