PARLIAMENT QUESTION: INDIGENOUS PHWR

India, Feb. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The ten indigenous 700 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) approved under the fleet mode are at various stages of pre-project activities. In addition, three indigenous 700 MW PHWRs are in operation, one under commissioning and two are under construction. Full indigenization has been achieved in major components of reactor and fabrication of fuel assemblies of indigenous 700 MW PHWRs. Standardization has enabled bulk procu...


Prime Minister pays homage to Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati ji

India, Feb. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi paid tributes to Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati ji on his birth anniversary, today. Shri Modi stated that he made unparalleled contributions not only in promoting education but also in enriching Indian culture and tradition. "His efforts for social reform will continue to serve as a source of inspiration for the people of the country", Shri Modi added. The Prime Minister posted on X: "म&#...


Indian Startup Traker Challenges High-Commission Ride Apps With Flat 10% Model for Mobility & Hyperlocal Logistics

India, Feb. 13 -- For many drivers across India's cities, the issue isn't demand - it's predictability. Commissions fluctuate, deductions accumulate, and take-home earnings often feel uncertain. Traker was built to challenge that structureFounded by Pradeep Khandekar, Traker is a mobility and local logistics platform operating on a flat 10 percent commission, not a limited-period incentive, but a consistent 10 percent across passenger rides and local transport servicesUnlike conventional ride-ha...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Automated Slider-Crank Plunger: A Robust Mechanism For Drain Unclogging' Filed by Lovely Professional University

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611002316 A) filed by Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, on Jan. 8, for 'automated slider-crank plunger: a robust mechanism for drain unclogging.' Inventor(s) include Minesh Vohra; Sachin Kumar; and Anil Sah. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention disc...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Antimicrobial Self-Sterilizing Toothbrush Cap System' Filed by Lovely Professional University

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611002315 A) filed by Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, on Jan. 8, for 'antimicrobial self-sterilizing toothbrush cap system.' Inventor(s) include Kirti; Arpita; and Soni Singh. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The invention relates to an antimicrobial toothbrush cap...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Intelligent Adaptive Windshield Film For Dynamic Glare And Thermal Regulation' Filed by Chandigarh University

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611002064 A) filed by Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, on Jan. 8, for 'intelligent adaptive windshield film for dynamic glare and thermal regulation.' Inventor(s) include Dr. Rohan Gupta; and Ayush Mahanta. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to an i...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'An Iot-Based Smart Ventilation Control System For Real-Time Classroom Indoor Air Quality Management' Filed by Chandigarh University

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611002063 A) filed by Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, on Jan. 8, for 'an iot-based smart ventilation control system for real-time classroom indoor air quality management.' Inventor(s) include Sakshi Kumari; Nikhil Kumar Sharma; and Shivani Sharma. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property Ind...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Motion-Activated Heated Coconut Oil Dispenser With Vibration-Induced Warming Mechanism' Filed by Chandigarh University

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611002062 A) filed by Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, on Jan. 8, for 'motion-activated heated coconut oil dispenser with vibration-induced warming mechanism.' Inventor(s) include Dr. Shilpa Gupta. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to a portable co...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Find It-Smart Solution For Lost Item In College Platform' Filed by Vijayalakshmi. S; Surya Prakash N; Tamiiarasu S; and Viknesh N

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541125124 A) filed by Vijayalakshmi. S; Surya Prakash N; Tamiiarasu S; and Viknesh N, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on Dec. 11, 2025, for 'find it-smart solution for lost item in college platform.' Inventor(s) include Vijayalakshmi. S; Surya Prakash N; Tamiiarasu S; and Viknesh N. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Inte...


Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Rentarc-Smart Local Tool Sharing Platform' Filed by Saranya M; Rajanesh S; Sanjay S; and Yasir Parvez Z

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541125115 A) filed by Saranya M; Rajanesh S; Sanjay S; and Yasir Parvez Z, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on Dec. 11, 2025, for 'rentarc-smart local tool sharing platform.' Inventor(s) include Saranya M; Rajanesh S; Sanjay S; and Yasir Parvez Z. The application for the patent was published on Feb. 13, under issue no. 07/2026. According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The Smart L...