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Last updated: 24 Apr, 2026  
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Centre doubles down on enhancing safety in flying training institutes
IANS | 24 Apr, 2026
The government has released the second phase of DGCA-approved Flying Training Organisation (FTO) rankings for April 2026, showing an overall improvement in training standards with one institute making it to the top 'A' category, said the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Friday.
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refinery.jpg PM Modi to inaugurate Pachpadra Refinery tomorrow; extensive arrangements made amid heatwave
Staff Reporter | 20 Apr, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the Pachpadra Refinery in Balotra district of Rajasthan to the nation on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone for both Rajasthan and the country. 
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engineering-goods.jpg India's engineering goods exports hit record of $122 billion in FY26
IANS | 16 Apr, 2026
India's engineering goods exports reached an all-time high of $122.43 billion in FY 2025–26, surpassing the previous record of $116.75 billion in FY2024–25 and posting a growth of about 5 per cent, industry body EEPC India said on Wednesday. 
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ai.jpg AI will play a pivotal role in accelerating drug discovery: Experts
IANS | 14 Apr, 2026
AI will play a pivotal role in accelerating drug discovery, enabling precision medicine and shaping a smarter, innovation-led healthcare ecosystem, according to experts. 
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bhajan-lal.jpg PM Modi to inaugurate India’s first refinery-petrochemical hub on April 21​
IANS | 10 Apr, 2026
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the country’s first Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited Integrated Refinery-cum-Petrochemical Complex at Balotra on April 21. ​  
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