History & Culture

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History & Culture

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Pakal Dul Hydropower Project: Strategic Hydropower Development on the Chenab Basin

The 1,000 MW Pakal Dul Hydropower Project in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir is being fast tracked, including its associated transmission infrastructure. The project is significant for expanding hydropower generation and utilising India ’s water resources in the Chenab basin. River: Marusudar, a tributary of the Chenab.

10 Aug 2026Read analysis →

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Handloom — Weaving India’s Heritage into Global Grow

On August 7, 2026, marking the 12th National Handloom Day, Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh published a commentary emphasizing the handloom sector as a strategic pillar for Viksit Bharat 2047. The initiative underscores India's civilisational strength in blending deep cultural heritage with sustainable, handcrafted production to establish a globally competitive creative economy.

10 Aug 2026Read analysis →

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