Foreign Relations
Modi calls President of Rwanda assures medical support to fight Covid19
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a phone call today with H.E. Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda. […]
News
Technology
CeNS develops low-cost catalyst for hydrogen generation from water
CeNS develops low-cost catalyst for hydrogen generation from water
Hydrogen is considered as the future of clean and sustainable energy
It can be generated from water and produces water on energy generation without any carbon footprint […]
Technology
ARCI develops new environment friendly way to shape ceramics
ARCI develops new environment friendly way to shape ceramics through 3D printing with Methyl Cellulose
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Corona Virus
India – Australia bilateral collaboration in science for COVID19 initiated
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Prime Minister of Australia, Scott Morrison MP, jointly announced a Special COVID-19 Collaboration in 2020 during an India-Australia Leaders’ Virtual Summit on 04 June 2020. […]
General
Indian Railways to provide world-class facilities to its passengers
In order to provide clean environment and smooth travel experience to its passengers, Indian railways has taken various other steps under Swachh Bharat, Swachh Railways initiative
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Corona Virus
Safe online learning in the times of COVID-19 launched by HRD Minister
Union Minister for Human Resource Development Shri Ramesh PokhriyalNishankdigitaly launched the information booklet titled “Safe online learning in the times of COVID-19” to raise awareness of students and teachers on staying safe online, today in New Delhi. […]
General
Effective Waste Management required to save Biodiversity
In commemoration of World Environment Day 2020, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State (I/C), Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) launched a series of advisories at Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi. […]
General
200 Urban Forests across the country in the next five years
On the occasion of World Environment Day, the government today announced implementation of the Nagar van scheme to develop 200 Urban Forests across the country in next five years with a renewed focus on people’s participation and collaboration between Forest Department, Municipal bodies, NGOs, Corporates and local citizens. […]
Health Care
This International Yoga Day celebrate Digitally
In the light of the prevailing health emergency in the country due to COVID-19, this year’s International Yoga Day is set to go digital internationally. […]
Politics
This World Environment Day, PM pledges to preserve biodiversity
On the occasion of World Environment Day, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in a tweet said, “On #World Environment Day, we reiterate our pledge to preserve our planet’s rich biodiversity. […]
Foreign Relations
Brochure released towards Campaign in UNSC elected seat
As a single endorsed candidate of the Asia-Pacific Group, India’s candidature is very likely to succeed. In this case, this would be India’s eighth term on the UN Security Council; this two-year tenure will start in January 2021. […]
Foreign Relations
China and India review Bilateral Relations and Current Developments
Shri Naveen Srivastava, Joint Secretary (East Asia) and Mr Wu Jianghao, Director General in the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a meeting through video conference […]
World
Saudi Arabia pledges of $500 million to support Yemen
Saudi Arabia pledge $500 million to support the Yemen Humanitarian Response Plan for 2020 and the Covid-19 response plans in Yemen. The pledge includes $300 million to United Nations agencies and $200 million to KSrelief […]
Foreign Relations
Rahul Shrivastava appointed as the next Amb of India to Romania
Shri Rahul Shrivastava has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Romania […]
Business
Gadkari mulls on FDI in NBFCs to strengthen MSMEs
Addressing the representatives of Council of Leather Export, the Minister mentioned that the proposal for establishing leather cluster nearby to Agra Ring Road may be submitted. […]
Finance
Centre Releases Rs.36,400 Crore as GST Compensation to States
The GST Compensation of Rs.1,15,096 crore for period April-November, 2019 had already been released by the Central Government to the States/ UTs with Legislature. […]
Foreign Relations
176 Indian Citizens from Bahrain & Oman Complete Quarantine at Kochi
176 Indians from Bahrain and Oman completed their mandated Quarantine period at Naval Base Kochi today. The residents of the Southern Naval Command COVID Care Centre (CCC) for the past two weeks would now travel back to various parts of the country. […]
Business
Peugeot and Fiat Chrysler Merger approved
Jun 04: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approves proposed merger between Peugeot S.A and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. The […]
Agriculture & Commodities
DFPD refutes news regarding the distribution of food grains & pulses
The Department has pointed out the lifting and distribution of 120 LMT of foodgrains is ongoing. The FCI and agencies have maintained the supply chain very efficiently even during complete lockdown. […]
General
Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum goes paperless
The enhanced portal offers online filing of applications for IEM – Part A, Part B and also for Amendments.All applications shall be processed in paperless mode and Acknowledgment Certificates with QR Code shall be issued electronically. […]
Corona Virus
India pledges 15 Million US Dollars to Gavi, the international vaccine alliance
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was addressing the virtual Global Vaccine Summit hosted by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson in which over 50 countries – business leaders, UN agencies, civil society, government ministers, Heads of State and country leaders participated. […]
General
Indian Navy increases Green Footprint to its Blue Water Operations
A responsible multi-dimensional force, the Indian Navy has embarked on reducing its environmental footprint through energy conservation, minimising marine pollution and use of alternative sources of energy. […]
Corona Virus
NCVTC to develop of host-directed antivirals for COVID 19
The molecules are known to inhibit cellular kinases, phosphatases, and epigenetic regulators such as histone methyl transferase, histone deacetylase, and DNA methyl transferase. […]
General
Tamil Nadu lagging behind in the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission: Shekhawat
Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in his letter to the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, has sought intervention to ensure expeditious implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the State. […]
Agriculture & Commodities
India invited to take part in the 8th OPEC International Seminar at Vienna
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan holds Talk with OPEC Secretary General, Calls for Responsible Steps to Achieve Global Energy Stability […]
General
HRD and Housing & Urban Affairs Ministry jointly launch the TULIP program
Union HRD Minister and MoS Housing & Urban Affairs jointly launch TULIP, an Internship Program with ULBs across the country, in New Delhi today […]
General
World Environment Day with focus on Urban Forest celebrated Virtually
World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated on 5th June every year. Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change celebrates WED focusing on the theme declared by UNEP and organizes several events. This year’s theme is ‘Biodiversity’. […]
Foreign Relations
PM Modi addresses at the India-Australia Virtual Summit
PM Modi addresses at the India-Australia Virtual Summit in the presence of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison […]
Technology
CSIR-CMERI develop new indigenous ventilator
Researchers at Durgapur-based Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI) have indigenously developed a ventilator amid rising cases of COVID-19 […]
General
Puducherry plans to provide tap connections to all rural households by 2021
Annual Action Plan of Puducherry for Financial Year 2020-21 was approved by National Jal Jeevan Mission, Govt of India. The Union Territory plans to provide household tap connections to remaining households in 2020-21 […]
Foreign Relations
President Kovind receives call from President of Georgia
PRESIDENT OF INDIA RECEIVES TELEPHONE CALL FROM PRESIDENT OF GEORGIA […]
Business
EPFO updates KYC for 52.62 lakh subscribers
To extend the availability and reach of online services, which have become crucial in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, EPFO updated Know your Customer (KYC) data for its 52.62 lakh subscribers in the month of April and May 2020. […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Dharmendra Pradhan mulls on Developing Steel Fabrication Cluster
The steel fabrication cluster envisaged will give boost to the MSME sector in the region, facilitate employment generation and give impetus to the local economy. […]
General
Public suggestions invited for amending Motor Vehicle Rules
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has re-invited suggestions and comments from all stakeholders including the general public on the proposed amendment in the Motor Vehicle Rules regarding registration of new vehicles, driving licenses, and recall of old vehicles. These notifications were earlier issued on the 18th of March this year. […]
Markets
Indian power market moves closer to real-time
Shri R. K. Singh, the Minister of State (IC) Power and New & Renewable Energy & Minister of State (Skill Development and Entrepreneurship), launched pan-India Real-Time Market in electricity through video conference in New Delhi, on 03rd June, 2020. […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Coal Ministry to improve efficiency and promote ease of doing business
Ministry of Coal has taken initiatives to re-visit old laws with an aim to improve efficiency, ease of doing business and to open up coal sector which would result in improving domestic coal production and reduce imports […]
Business
V N Datt takes over as C&MD, National Fertilizers Limited
Shri Datt has a rich professional experience of over 35 years with premier Central Public Sector Enterprises -CPSEs such as GAIL and ONGC) besides the Fertilizer Industry. […]
Education
Government to conduct skill mapping of citizens returning from overseas
This is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the Ministry of External Affairs which aims to create a database of qualified citizens based on their skillsets and experience to tap into and fulfill the demand of Indian and foreign companies. […]
Foreign Relations
MoU between India and Bhutan on Cooperation in the areas of Environment approved by Cabinet
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of India and the Royal Government of Bhutan on Cooperation in the areas of Environment. […]
Investments
Ministries to setup Empowered Group of Secretaries and Project Development Cells to attract FDI
The Union Cabinet under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for setting up of an “Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) and Project Development Cells (PDCs) in Ministries/Departments of Government of Indiafor attracting investments in India”. […]
Health Care
Pharmacopoeia Commission established for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy under Ayush Ministry
PLIM & HPL being the subordinate offices and PCIM&H- an autonomous organization under Ministry of AYUSH are going to be merged to establish PCIM&H, as a subordinate office of the Ministry with a common administrative control. […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Historical Boost to Rural India, Farmers, and Agri Sector from PM
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met on 3rd June, 2020. Several landmark and historic decisions were taken in the meeting, which will go a long way in helping India’s farmers while also transforming the agriculture sector. […]
Foreign Relations
PM Modi does a courtesy call to President of Mozambique
Telephone conversation between Prime Minister and H.E. Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, President of Mozambique […]
Foreign Relations
What to expect in Modi’s Bilateral Virtual Summit with Aussie PM
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be holding India-Australia Virtual Summit with Prime Minister Mr. Scott Morrison on 4th June 2020 […]
Foreign Relations
Sushil Kumar Singhal, next High Commissioner of India to Papua New Guinea
Shri Sushil Kumar Singhal appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to the Independent State of Papua New Guinea […]
Foreign Relations
Raveesh Kumar appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Finland
Shri Raveesh Kumar has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Finland. […]
Business
Make in India: MoD places indent for supply of 156 upgraded BMP Infantry Combat Vehicles
In a major boost to ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Government, Acquisition Wing of Ministry of Defence (MoD) with the approval of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, has today placed an Indent on Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) for the supply of 156 BMP 2/2k Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICV) with upgraded features for use of the Mechanised Forces of the Indian Army […]
Foreign Relations
Trump invites Modi to participate in next G7 meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with His Excellency Donald Trump, President of the United States of America. […]
General
PM urges people to take all possible precautions & safety measures from Cyclone
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has taken stock of the situation in the wake of cyclone conditions in parts of India’s western coast. And urged people to take all possible precautions and safety measures. […]
Foreign Relations
Ms. Gaitri I. Kumar appointed as High Commissioner to UK
Ms. Gaitri Issar Kumar appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom. […]