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In a major step towards digital governance and smart urban administration, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) ...
29/05/2026

In a major step towards digital governance and smart urban administration, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched ‘CivitTwin’, India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based building permission system. The platform was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during the Mumbai Tech Week 2026 event held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

The launch comes shortly after BMC introduced India’s first Electronic Transferable Development Rights (E-TDR) system, marking another significant milestone in the civic body's digital transformation journey.

Developed on the concept of a “Digital Approval Twin,” CivitTwin is designed to make the building approval process faster, more transparent, accurate, and efficient. The system will conduct a virtual pre-scrutiny of building proposals before they are formally submitted to the municipal administration.

Article link – https://marksmendaily.com/politics/bmc-launches-indias-first-ai-powered-building-approval-system-civittwin/

India’s coastal regions are likely to face significant climate-related challenges over the next 15 years, according to a...
29/05/2026

India’s coastal regions are likely to face significant climate-related challenges over the next 15 years, according to a new report released by Azim Premji University. The report, titled Indian Coastal Region: Climate Projections 2021–2040, highlights how rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, sea-level rise, and intensifying cyclones could affect millions of people living along the country’s 11,000-km coastline.

Using high-resolution climate data and advanced CMIP6 climate models adjusted for regional conditions, the study provides district-level projections for the period 2021–2040 and compares them with climate patterns from the 1960s. Researchers warn that the global warming threshold of 1.5°C is expected to be reached across India’s administrative regions in the near future, making climate adaptation increasingly urgent.

Anurag Behar, CEO of the Azim Premji Foundation, said climate change is no longer a distant concern but an immediate reality. He stressed that with 2040 only 14 years away, governments and communities must rethink infrastructure planning and governance systems to address growing climate risks.

Article link – https://marksmendaily.com/politics/indias-11000-km-coastline-faces-immediate-climate-risks-warns-new-report/

In a major anti-drug operation, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 7,500 bottles of codeine-based coug...
29/05/2026

In a major anti-drug operation, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 7,500 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup and arrested two individuals in Patna, Bihar.

Acting on specific intelligence regarding the illegal diversion of a large consignment of codeine-based cough syrup, DRI officers intercepted a Tata Intra pickup truck outside Rajendranagar Terminal Railway Station on May 26. During the operation, officials recovered 7,500 bottles of Codeine Phosphate and Triprolidine Hydrochloride Syrup marketed under the brand name ESkuf.

Article link – https://marksmendaily.com/politics/dri-seizes-7500-bottles-of-codeine-based-cough-syrup-in-patna-two-arrested/

The Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit of Indian Railways is nearing completion and is set to begin manufacturing a new fle...
29/05/2026

The Kazipet Rail Manufacturing Unit of Indian Railways is nearing completion and is set to begin manufacturing a new fleet of intercity trains, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday.

The minister along with Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu, reviewed plans to operationalize the facility during a meeting with senior railway officials. The unit is being developed as a versatile rolling stock manufacturing hub and will initially produce 200 intercity trains over the next five years.

The new trains are designed to strengthen short-distance connectivity across the country. Operating on routes of around 300 kilometres, they will make frequent stops and serve as affordable shuttle services connecting neighboring towns and cities. The initiative is expected to benefit students, daily commuters, and people travelling for work, healthcare, and education.

Article link – https://marksmendaily.com/politics/kazipet-rail-manufacturing-unit-near-completion-to-produce-200-intercity-trains/

Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday released a Mother Sanction of ₹10,021.42 crore under ...
29/05/2026

Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday released a Mother Sanction of ₹10,021.42 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G) for 12 states through a video conference, giving a major boost to the Centre’s mission of providing permanent housing to every eligible rural family.

The sanction was released in the presence of Minister of State for Rural Development Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. Ministers and senior officials from several states also participated in the virtual event.

The states receiving the funds are Assam, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh.

Addressing the gathering, Chouhan said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to ensuring that no poor family in the country is forced to live in a kutcha house. He noted that PMAY-G, launched in 2016, has played a key role in fulfilling this vision.

Against the scheme’s target of 4.95 crore houses, approvals have been granted for 3.91 crore houses so far, while more than 3.05 crore homes have already been completed, he said.

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/politics/shivraj-singh-chouhan-releases-%e2%82%b910021-crore-pmay-g-sanction-for-12-states/

André Øvredal’s Passenger starts off as an eerie, atmospheric horror ride with deserted highways, unsettling visuals and...
29/05/2026

André Øvredal’s Passenger starts off as an eerie, atmospheric horror ride with deserted highways, unsettling visuals and a lingering sense of dread. The film follows a couple whose road trip turns terrifying after a mysterious encounter on a lonely highway. While the mood and cinematography work well in creating tension, the story gradually slips into predictable horror territory filled with familiar jump scares and weak writing.

Lou Llobell and Jacob Scipio deliver sincere performances, and the haunting background score keeps the suspense alive, but the film struggles to maintain the intrigue it builds early on. Stylish in parts but emotionally flat overall, Passenger ends up being more visually creepy than genuinely frightening.

Rating: 2/5

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/entertainment/passenger-review-a-chilling-ride-that-runs-out-of-fuel-too-soon/

In a major boost to India’s military modernisation and indigenous defence manufacturing ambitions, the Government of Ind...
28/05/2026

In a major boost to India’s military modernisation and indigenous defence manufacturing ambitions, the Government of India has issued a ₹15,000 crore tender for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, the country’s first indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter jet project.

The Ministry of Defence has formally released the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the ambitious programme, triggering competition among leading Indian private-sector defence manufacturers. Key contenders reportedly include Tata Advanced Systems Limited, a consortium led by Larsen & Toubro and Bharat Electronics Limited, and a partnership involving Bharat Forge and BEML Limited.

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/politics/indias-%e2%82%b915000-crore-amca-push-indigenous-stealth-fighter-jet-project-takes-off/

In a major step towards green and sustainable transportation, Indian Railways has approved the operation of a hydrogen f...
28/05/2026

In a major step towards green and sustainable transportation, Indian Railways has approved the operation of a hydrogen fuel cell-based 10-coach train on the Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway. The train is expected to begin services soon and will operate at a maximum speed of 75 kmph using a 1200-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system.

Hydrogen fuel cell technology generates electricity through a chemical reaction using hydrogen, emitting only water vapour as a by-product. This makes it a cleaner alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based railway systems. Hydrogen-powered rail systems are increasingly being recognised globally as a promising solution to the mobility challenges of today.

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/politics/indias-first-indigenous-hydrogen-train-ready-to-run-on-tracks/

President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Polic...
28/05/2026

President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at a ceremony held in Gangtok.

Congratulating the officers and personnel of the Sikkim Police, the President praised the force for its dedicated service since its establishment in 1897. She said the police force has played an important role in maintaining peace, security, and justice in the state.

Addressing the gathering, President Murmu said India’s policing system still carries the legacy of colonial rule, where the police were primarily used to control people rather than serve them. She stressed the need to completely move away from this colonial mindset to empower citizens and achieve the vision of a developed India, or “Viksit Bharat”.

https://marksmendaily.com/politics/president-droupadi-murmu-presents-president-of-indias-police-colour-to-sikkim-police/


The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation...
28/05/2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation and integration of two major Public Distribution System (PDS) schemes under a new umbrella programme titled SARTHAK-PDS.

The Centre will spend approximately ₹25,530 crore over the next five years as its share for the scheme during the 16th Finance Commission period.

The newly approved scheme combines:

“Assistance to State Agencies for intra-State movement of foodgrains and FPS dealers’ margin under NFSA”, and “Scheme for Modernization and Reforms through Technology in Public Distribution System (SMART PDS)”.

The integrated SARTHAK-PDS scheme aims to strengthen the implementation of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, while ensuring efficient last-mile delivery of food grains across the country.

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/politics/cabinet-approves-sarthak-pds-scheme-with-%e2%82%b925530-crore-outlay-for-next-five-years/

He isn’t performing to be a star but rather is genuinely interested in how humans behave toward each other, often in uns...
28/05/2026

He isn’t performing to be a star but rather is genuinely interested in how humans behave toward each other, often in unsightly, complicated ways.

From Shaitan to Dahaad, Gulshan has consistently delivered layered, unforgettable performances while the industry kept him on the sidelines. Maybe that’s because actors like him expose Bollywood’s biggest weakness: its inability to recognise originality unless it fits a familiar template.

On his birthday, we revisit why one of Hindi cinema’s most authentic performers still isn’t the star he deserved to become.

Article link - https://marksmendaily.com/entertainment/on-gulshan-devaiahs-birthday-a-reminder-that-bollywood-still-undervalues-its-best-actors/

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