Govt invites proposals to reduce import dependence in medical devices

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:29 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) The Department of Pharmaceuticals has invited applications under the Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI) to promote domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, support innovation and increase the depth of value chains in the medical devices sector, an official statement said on Monday.

Seychelles visit filled with substantive outcomes: PM Modi

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:21 PM

Victoria, June 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that his visit to Seychelles has been filled with "substantive outcomes" that will boost ties between the two nations. He expressed confidence that the next 50 years of India-Seychelles ties will be defined by innovation, sustainability and shared responsibility.

Congress seeks postponement of K'taka SIR exercise, cites discrepancies in BLO list

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:07 PM

Bengaluru, June 29 (IANS) The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) on Monday urged the Chief Electoral Officer to immediately rectify alleged discrepancies in the details of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and BLO Supervisors published on the official CEO website and postpone the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls until accurate and verified information is made available.

CBSE relaxes three-language rule; exempts current Class 10 batch

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:05 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday issued detailed implementation guidelines for the three-language policy under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, outlining assessment patterns, exemptions, and transition measures for students across different classes.