Indian Government: News
31 May 2017
IndiaHow is a Re 1 note different from other currencies?
After a hiatus of 22 years, Re 1 note will resurface in a brand new avatar.
30 May 2017
IndiaGovernment will no longer humor non-performers, work properly or leave
The little sparrow told the authorities that "babu" was not working properly and, therefore, he was sacked.
29 May 2017
IndiaGovernment documents to be issued within 24 hours
The Union Ministry of Urban Development has proposed a set of reforms under the AMRUT scheme for augmenting urban infrastructure and facilities.
28 May 2017
GSTGovernment will address GST concerns among industry majors, educate consumers
The NDA government has been pushing GST in full gusto and although, industry majors are rallying behind this move, they are also concerned about changes that it will bring in their way of doing businesses.
26 May 2017
IndiaStart-ups get an extended window of benefits from the government
The NDA government has now rehashed the definition of a start-up under its 'Start-up India' scheme.
24 May 2017
IndiaModi's government fires 129 'non-performing' babus
Keeping in mind PM Modi's statement, "In the New India concept, instead of VIP, there has to be EIP or Every Person is Important," NDA government has been taking stringent measures to get rid of deadwood within its ranks to facilitate better governance.
22 May 2017
IndiaModi asks data on employment-generated to silence opposition claims
In a move to counter criticism from the opposition, the NDA government has asked all the ministries and departments to collate data on the amount of employment, both direct and indirect, it has generated via central schemes during three years of its regime.
18 May 2017
DelhiGovt eases eviction of illegal squatters from official bungalows
In their fight against illegal squatters in government bungalows, the union cabinet has passed amendments to the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) Act, 1971.
18 May 2017
IndiaMaternity Benefits- Centre cuts spending, only firstborns to receive coverage
In changes introduced to the Maternity Benefits Programme (MBP), the Modi government limited the applicability of the Programme from "first two live births" to "firstborns", almost halving the number of beneficiaries.
18 May 2017
HaridwarParts of the Ganga not even fit for bathing: RTI
Parts of the Ganga, the savior of sinners, are not even fit for bathing, an RTI response has found.
18 May 2017
IndiaGovernment gives 30-days to erring NGOs to file I-T returns
The government has given all erring NGOs 30 days time to file their annual returns for the last five years so that they can resume operations.
17 May 2017
Delhi PoliceRobert Vadra's mother's security detail stripped off
Times Now reported that Robert Vadra's mother's security cover has been withdrawn by the Modi government.
16 May 2017
IndiaModi government's third anniversary- BJP plans 'Modi fest', mass outreach
As the Modi government is set to mark its third anniversary in power on May 26, BJP has planned to hold 'Modi fest' and mass outreach programs targeting voters, to mark the occasion in over 120 cities.
15 May 2017
IndiaIndia seeks energy diplomacy to counter China's OBOR
After taking a step back from China's new Silk Road initiative announced by Xi Jinping, India has decided to use its energy diplomacy to create interdependent relationships in its neighbourhood.
14 May 2017
IndiaIndian LED bulbs to illuminate UK by 2019: Piyush Goyal
Having recently become a net exporter of power, India announced its plans to replace over 100 million incandescent and CFL lamps in the UK, with LED bulbs produced by India's Energy Efficiency Services Limited by 2019.
10 May 2017
IndiaJhulan Goswami becomes the world's leading female wicket-taker
Former Indian women's team captain, Jhulan Goswami went past Australia's Cathryn Fitzpatrick to become the world's leading wicket taker in the women's ODIs.
07 May 2017
IndiaFree LPG Connections: Centre to expand network with Rs. 30,000cr
The Centre is entailing a Rs. 30,000cr-investment for expanding LPG production and distribution network in the next three years.
04 May 2017
IndiaCentre wants 60 to be senior citizen age limit everywhere
The Centre is considering a consistent "senior citizen" age limit across all sectors to ease access to benefits under government schemes.
03 May 2017
IndiaGovt: Citizens don't have absolute rights over their bodies
In an alarming statement, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi told the Supreme Court that citizens do not have an "absolute" right on their bodies or body parts.
02 May 2017
ElectionsEC unhappy with Electoral Bonds proposition
The Election Commission has expressed reservations about the government's decision to introduce electoral bonds for donations to political parties.
25 Apr 2017
Narendra Modi'Give it Up' campaign: After LPG, Centre targets food subsidy
After one crore households gave up LPG subsidies under the government's 'Give It Up' campaign, the Centre has now sought support from states on a similar scheme on food subsidy.
24 Apr 2017
Narendra ModiPM Modi meets 13 BJP Chief Ministers for 12-point test
PM Modi held a dinner meeting with 13 Chief Ministers of BJP ruled states to assess their understanding of the party's agenda for governance.
24 Apr 2017
IndiaMega railways app to encompass all existing IRCTC apps
PM Modi's Digital India move has found a kindred spirit in IRCTC as they solidify their stance with changing times.
14 Apr 2017
IndiaCentre wants SC to review the AFSPA ruling
The Centre asked SC to reconsider its ruling on the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) of 1958 to the army for "deaths caused during encounters in disturbed areas."
31 Mar 2017
Tamil NaduCorporates account for significantly higher NPAs than farmers
Indian banks have an estimated Rs. 6.8 lakh crore worth of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs), according to the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament.
06 Mar 2017
IndiaGovernment's resource kit on adolescence receives acclaim
The Indian Government's resource kit on adolescence offers progressive and helpful guidance on several topics that are still considered taboo in Indian society.
17 Feb 2017
IndiaRs. 2000 notes printed when Rajan was governor
Reports revealed that even though the Rs. 2000 bears the signature of current RBI governor Urjit Patel, the printing began when Raghuram Rajan was in office.
12 Feb 2017
Indian ArmyIndia allows captured Chinese soldier to return home
A Chinese soldier, Wang Qi, was caught while entering Indian territory soon after the Sino-India War of 1962.
02 Feb 2017
IndiaMaharashtra board textbook blames 'ugliness' for dowry
The Indian Government has been taking multiple initiatives to eradicate menace of the dowry system that makes millions of women vulnerable to abuse.
19 Jan 2017
IndiaBritish Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson's visit to strengthen UK-India relations
British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson is on a two-day visit to attend India's flagship geo-political conference Raisina Dialogue.
17 Dec 2016
IndiaDemonetization undermined RBI's reputation: Standard & Poor's
The Centre's surprise move to demonetize high-value currency notes has undermined the Reserve Bank of India's reputation for competence and independence, according to the global credit rating agency Standard & Poor's.
16 Dec 2016
Supreme Court Of IndiaIndian Government seeks Interpol's assistance for child pornography
Interpol, an international police agency was reached out to by the Narendra Modi government in order to abolish sexual abuse including child pornography.
05 Dec 2016
Narendra ModiIndia looks to bag massive deals at Petrotech meet
The Petrotech global conference commenced in New Delhi today and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
01 Nov 2016
IndiaRural Indians spend more on alcohol over health
According to a report revealing consumption patterns of rural India, average expenditure of rural India on alcohol and tobacco exceeds healthcare by 3 times.
24 Oct 2016
IndiaIndia's sixth tranche of gold bond scheme opens
Starting today, the Government of India, along with the Reserve Bank of India launched its sixth tranche of the gold scheme.
