Government of India: News

15 Oct 2024

Dharmendra Pradhan

AI Centres of Excellence on agriculture, healthcare, sustainable cities launched

Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, has inaugurated three AI Centres of Excellence (CoE) in New Delhi.

14 Oct 2024

Canada

'Preposterous imputations': India's strong rebuttal to Trudeau's escalation

India on Monday issued a sharp rebuttal to Canada, rejecting allegations that its High Commissioner was a "person of interest" in a murder investigation.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited becomes 14th Maharatna company: Know its significance

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a leading Indian public sector undertaking (PSU), has been upgraded to a 'Maharatna' company by the Government of India.

11 Oct 2024

Business

Crafting effective appeals for ration card rejections in India

When applying for a ration card in India, facing rejection can be disheartening.

01 Oct 2024

Business

Guide to applying for Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)

Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) is a government-run health insurance for the Indian poor. It offers medical cover up to ₹30,000 on a family basis for diseases needing hospitalization.

01 Oct 2024

Business

Securing your child's education with Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is a government-backed savings scheme in India, aimed at encouraging parents to save for their daughter's education and marriage expenses.

26 Sep 2024

Business

Applying for Jeevan Pramaan: Digital life certificate for pensioners

In India, pensioners must annually submit a life certificate to continue receiving their pension.

25 Sep 2024

Business

Navigating the disability certificate application in India

Applying for a disability certificate in India is essential for individuals with disabilities.

23 Sep 2024

Business

Understanding home loan tax benefits for Indian homeowners

Buying a home is a significant milestone for many, and it comes with its set of financial challenges.

20 Sep 2024

Business

Guide to obtaining a birth certificate in India

Navigating the process of obtaining a birth certificate in India can seem daunting at first. However, with the right information and guidance, it becomes a straightforward task.

19 Sep 2024

Canada

US court summons Indian government over alleged  Pannun murder plot

The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York has issued a summons to the Indian government.

19 Sep 2024

Business

Navigating education loans for Indian students

Education loans have become a cornerstone for many Indian students aspiring to pursue higher education, both domestically and internationally.

19 Sep 2024

Business

Navigating marriage certificate registration in India

Marriage certificate registration in India is a legal necessity for newly married couples.

16 Sep 2024

Business

A guide to India's E-Shram portal: Registration and benefits

The E-Shram portal is a recent initiative by the government of India aimed at creating a national database of unorganized workers.

12 Sep 2024

Business

Simplifying NPS enrollment: A step-by-step guide to secure your retirement

Enrolling in the National Pension System (NPS) is a wise decision for securing one's financial stability post-retirement.

'Taken without...consent': Vinesh Phogat blasts PT Usha over Olympics photo-op 

Congress leader Vinesh Phogat has alleged that Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha took a picture with her on a hospital bed without her consent.

09 Sep 2024

MeitY

Indian start-up's chip to innovate millions of video processing devices

Mindgrove Technologies, a fabless semiconductor design start-up, has received approval from India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Semiconductor Design Linked Incentive (DLI).

SEBI officials flag 'toxic, humiliating' work culture to Modi government

Officials from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) have lodged a complaint with the Finance Ministry, alleging a toxic work environment within the organization.

'Design Indian convocation dress codes': Centre to medical institutions 

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a directive to all central government-run medical teaching institutes, including the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and the Indian National Institute of Surgery (INIS), regarding dress codes.

Ahead of Independence Day, Modi changes profile picture to Tricolor 

Ahead of Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reignited the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign by replacing his profile picture on social media platforms with the Indian Tricolor.

02 Aug 2024

Arunachal Pradesh

300 families evacuated in Sikkim as land sinks toward river 

Nearly 300 families were forced to evacuate from the Mangan district in Sikkim after multiple buildings collapsed due to land subsidence toward the Teesta River, PTI reported on Friday.

20 Jul 2024

JP Morgan

India's foreign currency assets soar ₹5.7L crore: What's driving rally?

India's foreign currency assets (FCA) have seen a significant surge, since the announcement of Indian bond inclusion in JP Morgan's global bond index.

Delhi Airport launches India's first 'Fast Track Immigration' program

Delhi Airport has become the first in India to implement the 'Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme' (FTI-TTP).

20 Jun 2024

India

Indian banks face ATM shortage, seek RBI and government intervention

Indian banks are facing a significant shortage of automated teller machines (ATMs), prompting appeals to the Centre and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), according to The Economic Times.

17 Jun 2024

Agnipath Scheme

PIB debunks false WhatsApp message on Agnipath scheme

A false WhatsApp message claiming the Agnipath Scheme has been reintroduced as the "Sainik Saman Scheme' with modifications has prompted the Press Information Bureau to issue a clarification.

26 May 2024

BPCL

SEBI imposes penalties on IOC, GAIL, ONGC for non-compliance 

Several state-owned oil and gas companies, including Indian Oil (IOC), Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), and GAIL (India) Ltd, have been penalized for the fourth consecutive quarter.

20 May 2024

India

Government panel accuses EV manufacturers of intentional subsidy scheme violation

A panel established by the Union Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), has accused auto companies of intentionally violating the FAME-2 guidelines.

17 Apr 2024

Congress Party

Explained: Row over envoy's 'single dynastic party' jab at Congress

The Indian Ambassador to Ireland, Akhilesh Mishra, has come under the Congress's fire for his comments criticizing the party and praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rejoinder to an article in a foreign publication.

17 Apr 2024

Ashwini Vaishnaw

Vodafone Idea secures ₹5,400 crore from anchor investors

Vodafone Idea has successfully raised ₹5,400 crore from anchor investors.

10 Apr 2024

Canada

No Indian interference in 2021 Canada polls: Inquiry

A recent official investigation into potential foreign interference in Canada's 2021 elections has exonerated India.

31 Mar 2024

Infosys

Infosys to get Rs. 6,300 crore tax refund from government

Infosys, a prominent software services provider in India, is set to receive a significant tax refund of Rs, 6,329 crore from the Indian government's income tax department.

How ISRO is pushing boundaries of space technology

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is making waves in the world of space exploration with its plans to develop advanced launch vehicles.

22 Jan 2024

Narendra Modi

PM Modi announces Pradhanmantri Suryodaya Yojana: What is it?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a new scheme that will boost India's self-reliance in the energy sector.

01 Jan 2024

India

India's mineral production index rises by 13.1% in October 2023

India's mineral production index saw a notable 13.1% increase in October 2023, compared to the same month last year, according to the Union Ministry of Mines.

29 Dec 2023

Finance

Interest rates raised on select small savings schemes for Jan-Mar

The Government of India has announced an uptick in interest rates for two small savings schemes in the January-March 2024 quarter.

24 Nov 2023

India

Centre permits online bond platform providers to form industry body

The Indian government has given the green light to online bond platform providers to establish their industry body, the 'OBPP Association.'

15 Nov 2023

Canada

Indo-Canadian organization urges action against Khalistani secessionist group SFJ

The Hindu Forum Canada (HFC) in Canada has called on the country's law enforcement agencies to address the alleged threats by the Khalistani separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ)'s founder Gurpatwant Singh against Air India flights.

NHRC recommends tweaks in POCSO against online child sexual abuse

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reportedly recommended modifications to the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, to protect children.

18 Oct 2023

Dearness Allowance

Bonus for government employees: Centre hikes DA by 4%

The Union Cabinet has approved a 4% increase in dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) for central government employees and pensioners.

28 Sep 2023

India

India aims to issue 1L patents annually in 18 months

India aims to significantly boost its patent issuance capacity to 1 lakh per year within the next 18 months, said Sanjeev Sanyal, member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister.

28 Sep 2023

India

Centre greenlights cable TV infrastructure sharing with broadband service providers

The Indian government has updated the Cable Television Network Rules-1994, allowing multi-system operators (MSOs) to team up with broadband service providers.

25 Sep 2023

India

India's 500GW renewables goal to be fulfilled before 2030 deadline 

The Union Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy, R K Singh, has announced that India is set to achieve its ambitious 500GW renewable energy target ahead of the 2030 deadline.

21 Sep 2023

Kolkata

ONDC's mobility project crosses over 5,000 rides/day in Kolkata

The Indian government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is making waves in India's ride-hailing sector.

PLI scheme extended till 2028, Tata Motors and Mahindra benefit

The Indian government has extended the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the automotive sector by one more year, until March 2028.

Retirement age extension for LIC, PSB executives proposed

The Centre is currently discussing a proposal to extend the retirement age of top executives at the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), State Bank of India (SBI), and other public sector banks (PSBs).

WHO conducts first-ever traditional medicine summit in Gujarat

The World Health Organization (WHO) is hosting its first summit on traditional medicine in Gujarat today. The event will end tomorrow.

Centre cracks down on 8 YouTube channels spreading fake news

The Indian government has banned eight YouTube channels with a combined 23 million subscribers for spreading fake news.

30 Jun 2023

PAN Card

Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar linking ends today: How to complete process

The deadline to link the Permanent Account Number (PAN) to Aadhaar ends today (June 30), as per the announcement by the Ministry of Finance.

27 Jun 2023

Jammu And Kashmir

'Through the Ages': ICHR to hold exhibition on J&K, Ladakh 

The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) is planning an exhibition showcasing the history of Jammu and Kashmir and its links to ancient India, the Hindustan Times reported.