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Indian Naval Ship Trikand Visits Tanzania for Bilateral Cooperation
Indian Naval Ship Trikand arrived in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania on 03 Apr 2026 for a port call aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and bilateral ties.
The visit includes professional interactions
Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches Administrative Capacity Building Programme
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the first-ever 'Administrative Capacity Building for Scientists and Academicians' programme under Mission Karmayogi.
The initiative aims to equip scientists
Sādhana Saptah Day 5: Governance, Tradition, AI Webinars
Day 5 of Sādhana Saptah 2026 features expert-led webinars on governance culture, India's governance traditions, and community forest conservation.
Multiple central ministries and state governments wil
Election Commission Reports Rs. 650 Crore Seizures in 2026 Polls
The Election Commission announced election schedules for five states and bye-elections, enforcing the Model Code of Conduct from March 15, 2026.
Over 5,000 enforcement teams deployed have made seizure
Indian Govt Updates on Fuel, LPG, Seafarer Safety Amid West Asia Tensions
Government ensures fuel and LPG supply with DAC-based deliveries at 90% and 5 kg FTL cylinders available without address proof.
PNG connections increased by 3.6 lakh, with 3.9 lakh new registrations,
Major Ports Handle 915M Tonnes in FY26, Exceed Target by 7.06%
Major Ports handled 915 million tonnes of cargo in FY 2025-26, exceeding the 904 million tonne target and achieving 7.06% YoY growth.
Deendayal Port was the top performer with 160.11 MT, followed by P
Shivraj Singh Chouhan Reviews Crop Damage After Hailstorms
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has taken note of heavy rainfall and hailstorms causing crop damage in several states.
He directed officials to review the crop damage and gather infor
Vice President Highlights Meditation's Role in National Development
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders, emphasizing meditation's role in personal and national development.
He linked meditation to India's 2047 devel
PM Pays Tribute to Babu Jagjivan Ram
On the birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the former Deputy Prime Minister for his lifelong dedication to equality and social justice.
PM Modi posted
Social Justice Ministry Spends Record Rs. 11,810 Crore in FY26
The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment achieved its highest-ever expenditure of Rs. 11,810.82 crore in FY 2025-26, a 14% increase over the previous year.
Record expenditure was directed toward
Kumaraswamy Inaugurates Sainik School in Sindhanur, Karnataka
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy inaugurated a Sainik School in Sindhanur, Karnataka, to boost defence-oriented education, with Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth and Andhra Pradesh Minist
MoES Details Climate Initiatives and Early Warning
The Ministry of Earth Sciences assesses climate change impacts and has developed advanced early warning systems for severe weather events.
Initiatives include capacity-building programs, climate atlas
India Launches Deep Ocean Mission for Marine Conservation
The government has adopted a mission-mode approach to ocean conservation, including the Deep Ocean Mission for deep-sea exploration up to 6000 meters.
Key institutions like CMLRE and BhavSagar are est
Agro-Meteorological Services Funding and Network Expansion
India's 199 District Agro-Meteorological Units (DAMUs) and 130 Agrometeorological Field Units (AMFUs) provide weather-based agro-advisories to farmers.
Digital platforms like Panchayat Mausam Seva, Ma
IMD Enhances Climate Monitoring and Early Warning Systems
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) conducts district-level rainfall analysis and provides impact-based forecasts for extreme weather events like cyclones and heatwaves.
IMD operates high-perfor
India's Rare Earth Reserves and Magnet Manufacturing Scheme
India has 7.23 million tonnes of rare earth oxides in monazite sands and 1.29 million tonnes in hard rock, but extraction is challenging due to low grades and regulations.
The Union Cabinet has approv
Govt Approves 2000 Crore Mission Mausam for Weather Forecasting
The Union Cabinet approved Mission Mausam with a ₹2,000 crore budget over two years to enhance weather and climate forecasting.
The Ministry of Earth Sciences has expanded its high-performance computi
INCOIS Sagar Vani Serves 8 Lakh Coastal Users
INCOIS delivers ocean advisories to 8 lakh users via SMS, apps, and community radio across coastal India for enhanced safety.
In Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, 262,626 users receive PFZ alerts and ocean f
President Murmu Extends Easter Greetings to Nation
President Droupadi Murmu extends Easter greetings to all citizens, with a special focus on the Christian community in India and abroad.
The message emphasizes values of truth, love, compassion, sacrif
MoES Details Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems for Himalayan States
The Ministry of Earth Sciences has developed a Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (MHEWS) with GIS-based decision support for weather hazards.
The Central Water Commission issues short-range flood fore
CMLRE and ICAR-CMFRI Conduct 22 Research Cruises
CMLRE and ICAR-CMFRI conducted 22 research cruises over three years for fishery resource assessment and marine living resources monitoring, including stock assessments and biodiversity surveys.
Advanc
Indian Government Details Heat Action Plans for Rising Temperatures
A study projects 41% of the global population will face extreme heat by 2050, up from 23% in 2010, due to global warming.
India's IMD issues heatwave warnings and supports Heat Action Plans in 23 stat
MoES Enhances Weather Monitoring Network Across India
The Ministry of Earth Sciences employs advanced techniques like high-resolution models and AI to improve weather forecasting and climate monitoring.
The observation network includes manual and automat
India's Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems Detailed
The India Meteorological Department operates a multi-hazard early warning system providing district-level, color-coded impact forecasts for severe weather.
The National Centre for Seismology provides
MoES: Warangal Covered by Existing Doppler Radars, No Local Radar Needed
MoES informed Parliament that Warangal is covered by existing Doppler radars in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam, making a local radar unnecessary.
The government uses multiple channels for weather alerts,
IMD's Observational Network in Tamil Nadu and Perambalur
The India Meteorological Department operates 35 manual observatories, 56 AWS, 87 ARGs, 11 Agro-AWS, and 5 Doppler radars in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry for weather monitoring.
Perambalur Lok Sabha cons
CDS General Anil Chauhan Reviews Chinar Corps Operational Readiness
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan visited the Chinar Corps in Srinagar to review operational readiness and the security situation along the Line of Control in North Kashmir.
He emphasized th
Vice President Addresses Convocation at Mahatma Gandhi Central University
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan delivered the convocation address at Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Motihari, Bihar.
He highlighted the historical significance of Champaran in India's freedom
ECI Launches Candidate Info Platform for 2026 Polls
ECI announced election schedules for Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and bye-elections in eight constituencies across six states.
ECINET's KYC module provides candidate affidavits
SC Stays ITAT, HC Orders in Watanmal Tax Case
The Supreme Court condoned the delay in filing and issued notice to M/s Watanmal Boolchand Company Ltd. in a tax case.
The court granted an interim stay on the orders of the High Court and Income Tax
Yuva Sangam Phase VI Registrations Open for 22 States/UTs
Yuva Sangam Phase VI registrations were open from March 2-25, 2026, covering 22 states and union territories for youth exchange tours.
The program, part of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative, h
National Advanced Agriculture Festival in Raisen from April 11-13
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a three-day National Advanced Agriculture Festival in Raisen from April 11-13, 2026, featuring exhibitions, training, and live demonstrations
CFTRI's 30-Room Hostel Foundation Laid, Millet Research Gains Global Chains
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh laid the foundation for a 30-single-occupancy hostel for trainees at CFTRI, funded under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana.
CFTRI's Millet Centre of Excellence, suppo
RBI Announces ₹18,159 Cr State Bond Auction
RBI to auction state government securities worth ₹18,159 crore across 7 states on April 7, 2026 via E‑Kuber platform.
Competitive bids accepted 10:30‑11:30 AM, non‑competitive bids 10:30‑11:00 AM; res
RBI Announces ₹2.55 Lakh Cr State Borrowing Calendar
RBI outlines a Q1‑2026 state borrowing plan totaling ₹2,54,509 crore to fund fiscal deficits.
Nine pilot states adopt the Benchmark Issuance Strategy with detailed auction dates and multi‑tenor alloca
RBI Weekly: State Loans Rise 1,055 Cr
RBI weekly supplement (April 2026) reports state government loans and advances increased by ₹1,055 crore week‑on‑week, offsetting a ₹4,016 crore year‑on‑year decline.
Total reserves fell by ₹22,501 cr
Govt Ensures Fuel Supply, Safety Amid West Asia Tensions
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas reports on measures to ensure fuel supply and citizen safety amidst West Asia tensions, including LPG prioritization and PNG expansion.
Key actions include incr
India's Multi-Hazard Early Warning System Cuts Forecast Time 50%
The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MHEW-DSS) has automated India's weather forecasting, cutting forecast preparation time by 50% and improving accuracy by 30%.
The system provides
Sādhana Saptah 2026 Launches Capacity Building Initiatives
Sādhana Saptah 2026, a week-long national capacity building initiative, was held from April 2-8, 2026, with over 700 in-person and 3000+ online participants.
Mission Karmayogi has onboarded 1.5 crore
Speaker Om Birla Completes Digital Census Self-Enumeration
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla completed his self-enumeration for Census 2027, initiating India's first entirely digital national census process for accurate data collection.
The digital census is designe
Legal Affairs Observes Swachhata Pakhwada 2026
The Department of Legal Affairs launched Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 with a mass cleanliness pledge and anthem.
A signature campaign and selfie booth promoted Swachh Bharat Abhiyan among officers and staf
Govt Approves ₹132.51 Crore for Kandla Port Bridge Project
The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, has approved a ₹132.51 crore Road Over Bridge project at Deendayal Port (Kandla) to enhance cargo evacuation.
The project, part
MoPSW, KOICA Sign Shipbuilding Skill Development Plan
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and KOICA signed a Plan of Implementation to enhance skill development in India's shipbuilding sector.
The project includes workforce mapping, ski
Vice-President to Visit Bihar on April 4, 2026
Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan will visit Bihar on April 4, 2026.
He will attend the 3rd Convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari.
He will also visit Bhitiharwa Gandhi Ashra
ECI Announces Paid Holiday for 2026 Assembly Polls
The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for General Elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, and bye-elections in 8 constituencies.
The Commission mandated
Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his death anniversary, highlighting his role in establishing Hindavi Swarajya and building a powerful navy.
The tribute was
Amit Shah Hails Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 Passage
Union Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the passage of Jan Vishwas Bill, 2026 in Parliament.
The bill accelerates ease of living and business by cutting legal provisions.
It supports the New India visi
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Education's Power
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing education as a powerful medium for life improvement, not just livelihood.
The Sanskrit verse states that an educated and pure int
Legislative Department Holds Swachhata Pakhwada Pledge Ceremony
The Legislative Department organized a pledge-taking ceremony for Swachhata Pakhwada 2026, administered by Secretary Dr. Rajiv Mani.
The event, held on April 2, 2026, was attended by officers, staff,
IndiaSkills 2025-26 Awards 288 Medals Across 63 Skill Categories
The IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 concluded with 288 medals awarded across 63 skill categories, with Odisha and Tamil Nadu as top performers.
The event saw over 650 participants and 3.65 la
India Manufacturing PMI Drops to 53.9, Input Costs at 43-Month High
India's manufacturing PMI fell to 53.9 in March, the lowest since June 2022, as growth in new orders and output slowed.
Input cost inflation hit a 43-month high, but firms absorbed most of the rise, l
Indian Railways Adds 5 Rakes, Upgrades Mumbai & Bengaluru Suburban Services
Indian Railways added 4 AC and 1 non-AC rakes to Mumbai's suburban network, increasing AC services from 109 to 133 on weekdays and 77 to 106 on weekends.
Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (148 km, ₹15,7
MoHUA and MoPNG Review PNG Expansion in 110 Focus Areas
Secretaries of MoHUA and MoPNG chaired a review meeting on accelerating PNG network expansion in 110 high-priority geographic areas.
The meeting directed states and ULBs to expedite approvals and set
India Announces Cost Escalation Relief for Highway Projects
The Ministry of Road Transport announces a 3-month relief package for National Highway projects to mitigate the impact of rising global prices on contractors and concessionaires.
Key measures include
Inter-Ministerial Briefing on West Asia Crisis: Fuel, Trade, Safety
The government held an inter-ministerial briefing on the West Asia crisis, outlining measures to ensure fuel supply, support trade, and ensure citizen safety.
Measures include maintaining fuel supply,
India Announces Cost Escalation Relief for Highway Projects
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways announced a three-month relief package for National Highway projects to mitigate the impact of rising global prices on construction.
Key measures include rela
India Explores Rare Earths and Uranium Mining Expansion
The Atomic Minerals Directorate explores for rare earths and uranium, with GSI conducting 166 REE projects from 2021-24 and 78 more in 2024-25.
IREL processes rare earths from beach sand minerals, whi
Radiation-Based Dye Wastewater Treatment Commercialized for Textiles
One industrial-scale radiation-based plant in Jodhpur treats dye wastewater from cotton textiles, with over 30 lakh liters treated and reused in industrial applications.
Technology transferred to six
MoFPI Schemes Boost Food Processing with Infrastructure and Farmer Benefits
MoFPI implements PMKSY, PLISFPI, and PMFME schemes to enhance food processing infrastructure and farmer benefits with significant financial outlays.
Under PMKSY, 1607 projects approved with Rs 6520 cr
India's Space Program: 62 Satellites Launched, 2047 Vision
Over three years, India launched 62 satellites, including 13 by ISRO and 49 by NSIL, generating $120 million and €80 million in revenue.
Future projects approved by the Union Cabinet include a space s
India's Space Economy Projected to Reach $100 Billion by 2040
India's space economy was $8.4 billion (2% of global) in 2023, projected to reach $44 billion by 2033 and $100 billion by 2040.
The government has liberalized the sector, allowing 100% FDI and establi
ISRO's YUVIKA Program Trains 1,320 Students, Expands to 9 Centers
The YUVIKA program has trained 1,320 students in space science since 2019, focusing on rural and underprivileged youth.
The program selects 10 students per state and 8 per Union Territory annually, wi
LG Electronics India Sells 1 Million+ ACs in Q1 CY26
LG Electronics India achieved 1 million+ AC sales in Q1 CY26, marking its fastest-ever summer season start in India.
Key growth drivers include early BEE star-rated AC launch, ICC World Cup marketing,
India's Groundwater Recharge Rises 3.8%, Safe Units 73.14%
The Central Ground Water Board monitors groundwater via 27,000 level and 20,000 quality stations, with 22,000 digital water level recorders and 712 Jal Shakti Kendras.
Jal Shakti Abhiyan and Jal Sanch
Ministry of Tribal Affairs Details DAPST Guidelines and Budget
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs informed Parliament that the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) has been renamed the Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST) with revised NITI Aayog guidelines.
For the
Tourism Ministry's North East Region Tourism Initiatives
The Ministry of Tourism promotes NER tourism via International Tourism Marts, with the 13th edition held in Sikkim in November 2025.
It provides Central Financial Assistance to NER states for tourism
Ministry Reports No New Tribal Museums in Odisha Since 2019
Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs informed the Lok Sabha that no new tribal museum has been established in Odisha since 2019 under the 'Support to TRIs' scheme.
The Ministry provides financia
PM-JANMAN Launched for 75 PVTG Communities in 18 States
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched PM-JANMAN for socio-economic development of 75 PVTG communities across 18 states and one UT.
The mission provides 11 interventions across 9 ministries for basic
Tribal Affairs Ministry Launches Tribal Healers Capacity Building
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs organized a national capacity-building programme for tribal healers in Hyderabad on 16 January 2026 to engage them as community-level health partners.
The Ministry has s
Rajasthan FRA: 51,775 Titles Issued, 66,213 Rejected
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs reported 1,18,675 FRA claims in Rajasthan, with 51,775 titles issued and 66,213 rejected as of February 2026.
The state government reviewed 4,774 claims (4,740 individua
30 Tribal Skilling Centres Established Under DAJGUA Scheme
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced 30 Tribal Skilling Centres have been established across 30 districts under the DAJGUA scheme.
The centres have enrolled 22,768 beneficiaries in 1,131 batches,
India's Non-Conventional Power Generation Data 2020-2026
The Ministry of Power released state-wise electricity generation data from non-conventional sources for the last five financial years and the current year (till Feb 2026).
Total generation from non-co
India Lists 25 Carbon Capture Projects Across 8 States
The Ministry of Power listed 25 carbon capture and utilization projects across India, detailing their operational status and capacities.
Three projects are operational, including a 3,000 TPA CO2-to-me
ECI Announces 2026 State Election Schedule and Silence Period
The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for General Elections in five states and bye-elections in eight constituencies.
A 48-hour silence period before each poll date prohibits electio
Rajya Sabha Chairman Marks World Autism Awareness Day
The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha addressed the House on World Autism Awareness Day, highlighting the UN theme and India's legislative framework.
He emphasized the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Ac
Ministry of Culture Details Classical Arts Promotion in Schools
The Ministry of Culture promotes classical arts in schools through autonomous bodies like Kalakshetra Foundation and Sangeet Natak Akademi, as part of the National Education Policy 2020.
The Sangeet N
Indian Culture Portal 2.0 Attracts 119,684 Museum Visitors
The Ministry of Culture has upgraded the Indian Culture Portal to version 2.0 with a modern React-based architecture for improved performance.
From April 2025 to March 2026, the portal attracted 119,6
ASI Reports 414 Encroached Monuments, Allocates ₹2.17 Cr
The Archaeological Survey of India reports 414 protected monuments and areas under encroachment across 24 states and union territories.
An amount of ₹2.17 crore has been allocated for scientific treat
SLMS Portal Tracks 86 Subordinate Legislations
The Subordinate Legislation Management System (SLMS) portal is operational for monitoring subordinate legislations, with 86 currently being tracked.
The portal tracks the progress of subordinate legis
India Post Releases Stamp for PTC Saharanpur's 75th Anniversary
The Department of Posts released a commemorative stamp for the 75th anniversary of the Postal Training Centre (PTC) in Saharanpur.
Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia released the
India-Australia ECTA Completes Four Years, Trade Hits $24.1 Billion
The India-Australia ECTA completes four years, with bilateral trade reaching USD 24.1 billion in 2024-25 and Indian exports doubling to USD 8.5 billion.
Australia granted 100% tariff line access, with
Government Strengthens Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP
The DCDFC scheme offers full central funding for film production, fostering cinematic excellence and employment across India through NFDC.
NFDC collaborates with state film corporations to provide tec
PIB Fact Check Unit Counters Misinformation with Over 2,900 Fact Checks
The PIB Fact Check Unit has published over 2,900 fact checks to combat misinformation, including AI-generated deepfakes and fake news.
During Operation Sindoor, the unit identified and acted against 1
Government Boosts Film Industry via NFDC and PPPs
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering regional cinema and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The WAVES 2025 summit in
PIB Fact Check Unit Issued 2,900+ Fact Checks, Blocked 1,400+ URLs
The PIB Fact Check Unit has published over 2,900 fact checks and blocked over 1,400 URLs to combat misinformation.
The unit operates under the IT Rules, 2021, which provide a code of ethics and a thre
India Approves 6,000 MTPA Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Scheme
India has established 7.23 million tonnes of in-situ rare earth oxide resources and 1.29 million tonnes in hard rock, but depends on imports for magnets.
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs. 7,280 cro
MoES Details Climate Research and Early Warning Initiatives
The Ministry of Earth Sciences presented a status update on climate research and early warning systems in Parliament.
The update highlighted advanced early warning systems, climate research initiative
Govt Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC, PPPs, and WAVES 2025 Summit
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, administered by the NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment for local technicians and artis
India's Early Warning System Cuts Forecast Time 50%
The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MHEW-DSS) has automated India's weather forecasting, reducing forecast preparation time by 50% and improving accuracy by 30%.
The system provide
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
Government supports film production through 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
Organized WAVES 2025 summit connected Indian creators with glob
PM Modi Extends Hanuman Jayanti Greetings
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on Hanuman Jayanti, wishing strength and wisdom for the nation's progress.
He posted greetings in Hindi and English on social media platform X, invoking
Prime Minister Shares Sanskrit Verse and Prayer to Lord Hanuman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit verse and a prayer to Lord Hanuman, highlighting the deity's devotion, strength, and dedication.
The Sanskrit verse praises Lord Hanuman's speed, strengt
Government Strengthens Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPPs
The government's DCDFC scheme, fully funded by the Centre and implemented by NFDC, supports film production and generates employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAV
Government Strengthens Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, administered by NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment.
The government organized the WAVES
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized WAVES 2025 to promote India as
Defence Exports Jump 62.6% to Record ₹38,424 Crore in FY26
Defence exports surged 62.66% to a record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26 from ₹23,622 crore in the previous fiscal year.
DPSUs' exports surged 151% while private sector exports rose 14%, with DPSUs contr
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized WAVES 2025 to promote Indian c
India Grants Full Customs Duty Exemption on Key Petrochemicals
The Indian government has granted full customs duty exemption on critical petrochemical products until June 30, 2026.
This temporary measure aims to mitigate supply chain disruptions from the West Asi
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and Public-Private Partnerships
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit in Mumba
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit in Mumba
Government Bolsters Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, administered by NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate local employment.
The government organized the
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production via the DCDFC scheme, fostering regional cinema and generating employment for technicians and artists.
The government organized WAVES 2025 to promote India as a
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production through the DCDFC scheme and NFDC, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The WAVES 2025 summit in Mumbai c
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the DCDFC scheme, a 100% centrally funded scheme providing direct financial support for film production and generating employment for local technicians
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The WAVES 2025 summit was organized to position India as a
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organ
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
Organized WAVES 2025 summit in Mumbai, attracting participa
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit to promo
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government's DCDFC scheme provides 100% funding for film production, supporting regional cinema and generating employment.
The WAVES 2025 summit connected Indian creators with global buyers and in
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit to prom
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, administered by NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment.
The government organized the WAVES
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, administered by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
The government organized the World Audio Visua
PIB Fact Check Unit Issued 2,900 Fact-Checks, Blocked 1,400 URLs
The PIB Fact Check Unit has published over 2,900 fact-checks to counter misinformation about the Central Government, verifying claims and publishing corrections.
During Operation Sindoor, the unit act
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPPs
The government's DCDFC scheme provides 100% funding for film production, supporting regional cinema and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC, PPP and WAVES 2025
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organ
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via DCDFC, WAVES 2025 Summit
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit in Mumbai, a
Government Strengthens Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPPs
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists across India.
It organized the WAVES 2025 summit, attrac
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production through the DCDFC scheme, providing direct funding and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit t
Government Strengthens Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme and NFDC, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government org
Govt Supports Film Ecosystem via DCDFC, NFDC, and Co-Productions
The government supports the film ecosystem through the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment for local technicians, artists, and service provider
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, administered by NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment.
The government organized the WAVES 202
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP
The DCDFC scheme provides 100% central funding for film production, generating employment for local technicians and artists across India.
The WAVES 2025 summit connected Indian creators with global bu
CBSE Launches Computational Thinking and AI Curriculum for Grades 3-8
The Union Education Minister launched CBSE's Computational Thinking and AI curriculum for classes III-VIII, aligning with NEP 2020 and NCF 2023.
The curriculum, effective from the 2026-27 session, inc
India's Nuclear Energy Mission Targets 100 GWe by 2047
The Nuclear Energy Mission targets 100 GWe of nuclear capacity by 2047 via large reactors and small modular reactors (SMRs) with a two-pronged strategy.
A budget of Rs. 20,000 crore is allocated for S
Government Announces Rare Earth Corridors in Four States
Union Budget 2026-27 announces dedicated Rare Earth Corridors in Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to boost domestic supply chains.
A Joint Working Group is being formed to create guideli
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
Government supports film production via DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists across India.
Organized WAVES 2025 summit to promote India as global content hub and encou
RBI March 30 Money Market Liquidity -₹4.39 bn
Overnight money market volume reached ₹5,89,391.97 cr, weighted average rate 6.30% within a 0.01‑8.25% range.
Repo and related operations on March 30 injected net liquidity of –₹4,39,528 cr, indicatin
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPPs
The government's DCDFC scheme provides 100% funding for film production, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized the WAVES
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP
The government's DCDFC scheme provides full funding for film production via NFDC, supporting regional cinema and generating employment across India.
The WAVES 2025 summit in Mumbai aimed to position I
Government's Digital Life Certificate Campaign Generates 1.9 Crore Certificates
Nationwide Digital Life Certificate campaigns are held annually from 1st to 30th November, using face authentication on smartphones, generating 1.15 crore DLCs via this method.
Total 1.90 crore DLCs w
Pension Adalats Resolve 2,713 Grievances Since FY24
Since FY 2023-24, the Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare has conducted 8 Pension Adalats to address grievances of central government pensioners.
These adalats addressed 3,594 grievances, with
SSC Adds Exam Centers in West Bengal, Introduces Self-Slotting
SSC designates 7 cities in West Bengal as exam centers for Constable (GD) 2026 and CGL 2025 exams.
The commission has introduced a new 'self-slotting' facility for candidates to choose exam city, date
Government Details Appointments and Employment Schemes in Parliamentary Reply
The government provided a parliamentary reply detailing the process for appointments in central government posts and the status of vacancies.
The reply highlighted various employment generation scheme
CPGRAMS Grievance Data Shows 69.8% Satisfaction Rate
Parliamentary Q&A reveals CPGRAMS processed ~6 lakh grievances from Jan 2025-Feb 2026, with 69.8% rated satisfactory.
Government reforms reduced grievance resolution timeline from 30 to 21 days, manda
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
The government organized WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, attracting o
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, implemented by NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment.
The government organized the World Audi
DGFT EODC Approvals Jump 242% in March Drive
DGFT's March 2026 drive increased EODC approvals by 242% under AA and 234% under EPCG, with 12,690 approvals in March.
The campaign cleared 59% of pending AA and 54% of EPCG cases, reducing in-progres
Govt Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and Public-Private Partnerships
The government funds film production through the DCDFC scheme, generating employment for technicians and artists nationwide while fostering cinematic excellence.
NFDC facilitates regional cinema and d
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Model
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, implemented by NFDC, to foster cinema and generate employment.
The government organized the WAVES 2025 summit to pos
Government Extends RoSCTL Scheme for Apparel and Made-ups
The Ministry of Textiles has extended the RoSCTL scheme for apparel and made-ups until 30th September 2026 or until the 16th Finance Commission's scheme is approved, whichever is earlier.
The RoSCTL s
National Cooperative Organics Ltd Launches 27 Organic Products
The Ministry of Cooperation has established National Cooperative Organics Ltd (NCOL) under the Multi-State Co-operative Societies Act, 2002, to act as an umbrella organization for organic products.
NC
Dairy Cooperatives' Milk Procurement Hits 69,090 TKgPD in 2025-26
The Ministry of Cooperation released data showing dairy cooperatives procured 69,090 TKgPD of milk and sold 46,295 TLPD in liquid milk in 2025-26.
The government is implementing White Revolution 2.0 a
Govt Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC, PPP and WAVES Summit
The government supports film production through the 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, administered by the NFDC, to foster cinematic excellence and generate employment.
The WAVES 2025 summit in Mumba
Cooperation Ministry Reports Sahkar Se Samriddhi Progress
Model bye-laws for PACS adopted in 32 states, enabling over 25 business activities and inclusive governance.
National Cooperative Database now covers 8.4 lakh cooperatives, with 32,802 new PACS/dairy/
Government Supports Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPP Models
The government supports film production via the 100% centrally funded DCDFC scheme, fostering cinematic excellence and generating employment.
The government organized the World Audio Visual & Entertai
India Electronics Manufacturing Growth Hits 18-20% Value Addition
India's electronics manufacturing has expanded significantly, with domestic value addition reaching 18-20% and production of electronics goods increasing sixfold over 11 years.
The PLI Scheme for Larg
ECI Briefs Observers for Assembly Polls in Three States
ECI briefed 282 central observers for upcoming assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry to ensure free and fair polls.
Observers were instructed to enforce the model code of conduct, ensure
NAMASTE Scheme Profiles 89,248 Sanitation Workers, 317 Deaths Reported
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment reported that 89,248 sanitation and sewer workers have been profiled under the NAMASTE scheme.
A total of 317 sanitation workers died due to hazardous clea
Ministry Reports 3.78 Million Senior Citizens Benefited in 5 Years
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment reported that 3.78 million senior citizens benefited from the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) over the last five financial years (FY 2020-21 to 2024-25
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan Reaches 25.99+ Crore, 8.2 Lakh Sought Treatment
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) extended to all districts, reaching 25.99+ crore people, including 9.39 crore youth and 6.40 crore women through 8.23+ lakh activities.
Treatment seekers increased by
India Advances Digital Trade Partnerships and Data Protection
India's IT sector revenue exceeded $280 billion in FY25, with exports of $225 billion, employing over 6 million people, highlighting the sector's economic importance.
The government has secured digita
45,296 Children Engaged in Begging, 2,653 Rehabilitated Since 2023
Census 2011 data shows 45,296 children (0-14 years) were engaged in begging, with Uttar Pradesh (10,167) and Rajasthan (7,167) having the highest numbers.
Since the scheme's inception on 23.10.2023, 2
Skill India Digital Hub Launches with 2.6M+ Enrollments
The Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), launched in September 2023, is a unified digital platform for skilling, certification, and job matching.
The platform has onboarded over 13,000 training providers a
ISRO PSLV Launches Deferred, Expert Committee Formed After Failure
ISRO's PSLV launches are deferred due to technical reasons following the PSLV-C62 mission failure, prompting a national expert committee review.
The Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) has completed
Government Boosts Film Ecosystem via NFDC and PPPs
Government supports film production via 100% centrally-funded DCDFC scheme, implemented by NFDC, generating employment for local technicians and artists.
Government organized WAVES 2025 summit in Mumb
BharatNet: 2.18 Lakh Gram Panchayats Service-Ready, ₹22,001 Cr Disbursed
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj reported that over 2.18 lakh Gram Panchayats are now service-ready with internet connectivity under the BharatNet programme.
A total of ₹22,001.30 crore has been disburs
MoSPI Implements Digitalisation and AI in Official Statistics
The Ministry of Statistics has implemented digitalisation and technological upgrades for data collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of official statistics.
A Data Innovation Lab uses AI
MoSPI Launches SDG Dashboard and Statistical Publications
MoSPI developed the India SDG Dashboard with the UN to monitor SDG indicators and the National Indicator Framework.
The ministry releases annual statistical publications from 2021 to 2025 on social an
India Spends Rs 6.11 Lakh Crore on North East Infrastructure
Under the Act East Policy, India spent Rs 6.11 lakh crore on North East infrastructure, exceeding the Rs 6.02 lakh crore allocation from 2014-15 to 2024-25.
National Highways in the North East expande
Amaravati Designated Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh
The Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, designating Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh and ending years of uncertainty.
The bill is expected to unlo
Lt. Gen. Dhiraj Seth Appointed Vice Chief of Army Staff
Lt. Gen. Dhiraj Seth assumed the appointment of Vice Chief of the Army Staff on April 1, 2026, bringing over three decades of military experience.
He has held various command and staff appointments, i
Government Expands Eklavya Model Residential Schools to 728
The government has sanctioned 723 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for tribal students, with 499 currently functional.
The schools are established in blocks with over 50% ST population and at
PM Janjatiya Vikas Mission: 4,172 VDVKs Sanctioned, MSP for 87 MFPs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) through TRIFED and state agencies in 25 states and 3 UTs.
Under PMJVM, 4,172 VDVKs sanctioned cover 12.48 lakh
Assessment of Additional EMRS: 723 Sanctioned, 499 Functional
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs replied in Rajya Sabha on the status of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) and the assessment for additional schools.
As of now, 723 EMRS have been
Ministry Details Tribal Welfare Schemes and Budgetary Outlays
Union Minister of State Shri. Durgadas Uikey, in a Rajya Sabha reply, detailed the Ministry of Tribal Affairs' welfare schemes for Scheduled Tribes.
Key initiatives include PM-JANMAN (₹24,104 cr for 7
Government Expands EMRS to 728 Schools for Tribal Education
Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Jual Oram announced expansion of EMRS to 728 schools, with 723 sanctioned and 499 functional.
The EMRS scheme provides quality education to Scheduled Tribe students i
President Murmu Attends 119th Birthday of Sree Sivakumara Swamiji
President Droupadi Murmu attended the 119th birthday celebrations of Dr. Sree Sree Sivakumara Mahaswamiji at Sree Siddaganga Math in Tumakuru.
She praised the Math's contributions to education and hea
Government Expands Mental Health Services via Tele-MANAS and NMHP
The government has implemented the National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) and District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) across 767 districts, providing outpatient services, assessment, and drugs.
Over
Ministry of WCD Nodal for Juvenile Justice Act, Mission Vatsalya
The Ministry of Women and Child Development is the nodal agency for the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, implemented by States and UTs.
The Act establishes statutory structures like Child Welfare Committee
Mission Poshan 2.0: 9.8 Cr Community Events by MoWCD and MoHFW
The Ministry of Women and Child Development and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare are implementing targeted interventions to improve child nutrition through Mission Poshan 2.0.
The mission has con
Ministry Upgrades 103,940 Anganwadi Centres Under Poshan 2.0
The Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 Scheme provides integrated services including nutrition, pre-school education, and health services to beneficiaries.
The Ministry has upgraded 103,940 Anganwadi Ce
Ministry Launches Poshan Tracker with Facial Recognition
The Poshan Tracker app enables real-time monitoring of Anganwadi centres and uses face recognition for beneficiary verification.
Face Recognition System was piloted in six states and now nationwide, w
Union Minister Reviews Women-Led SHGs and Tribal Crafts in Chhattisgarh
Union Minister Smt. Raksha Khadse visited a women's self-help group and a tribal craft center in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, to review women empowerment initiatives and traditional crafts.
The Minister high
India Outlines Heat Action and Climate Adaptation Measures
A study projects 41% of the global population will face extreme heat by 2050, up from 23% in 2010, affecting 3.79 billion people.
The India Meteorological Department issues heatwave warnings and seaso
IMD Enhances Climate Monitoring and Early Warning Systems
IMD conducts district-wise rainfall analysis and issues impact-based forecasts for extreme weather events, including heatwaves and cyclones.
The Ministry of Earth Sciences operates high-performance co
Warangal Seismic Zone II, Covered by Hyderabad DWR
Warangal, Telangana, is in seismic Zone II with five automatic weather stations, but has no local Doppler weather radar.
The area is covered by Doppler radars in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam, enabling
India's Cyclone Forecast Accuracy Improves 15-45% with Enhanced Systems
The Ministry of Earth Sciences reported a 15-45% improvement in cyclone forecast accuracy from 2023-2025 compared to 2020-2022.
Odisha has 39 manned observatories, 29 automated weather stations, and 1
India's Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems Detailed
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) operates a multi-hazard early warning system providing impact-based forecasts and risk-based warnings for severe weather events.
The National Center for Seism
Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Sri Sri Shivakumara Swami
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Sri Sri Sri Shivakumara Swami on his Jayanti via a social media post.
He praised the saint's life dedicated to compassion and education, and his transform
Amit Shah Extends Odisha Day Greetings
Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended Odisha Day greetings via a social media post.
He highlighted Odisha's rich cultural heritage and divine blessings in his message.
Shah expressed hopes for Odisha
PM Modi Honors Dr. Shivakumara Swamiji on Birth Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Dr. Sri Sri Sri Shivakumara Swamiji on his birth anniversary.
He highlighted Swamiji's contributions to education, social welfare, and spirituality.
The P
PM Pays Tribute to Dr. Sree Sivakumara Swamigalu on Jayanti
On the occasion of his jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to His Holiness Dr. Sree Sree Sree Sivakumara Swamigalu, praising his lifelong service.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister hi
PM Modi Extends Utkala Dibasa Greetings, Praises Odisha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Utkala Dibasa greetings, emphasizing Odisha's cultural and spiritual heritage and the contributions of its people.
He praised Odia music, art, and literature for
Gallantt Ispat Receives Rs. 233.55 Cr SGST Subsidy
Gallantt Ispat Limited received Rs. 233.55 Crores subsidy from Uttar Pradesh government under Infrastructure and Industrial Investment Policy-2012 and 2017.
The subsidy represents a refund of State Go
izmomicro Expands Defence Electronics Semiconductor Packaging Supply
izmomicro (izmo Microsystems Pvt. Ltd.) announces ongoing supply of advanced semiconductor packaging solutions to India's defence electronics sector.
The company is actively supplying high-frequency R
India Targets 500 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by 2030
The government is accelerating renewable energy integration, targeting over 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and over 600 GW by 2032, with major transmission and storage investments.
Green E
India, Malawi Discuss Power Cooperation at Bharat Electricity Summit
Indian and Malawian energy ministers met on the sidelines of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 to discuss bilateral energy cooperation.
The ministers discussed enhancing cooperation in renewable ener
India Achieves 50% Non-Fossil Power Capacity Ahead of Target
India achieved 50% non-fossil fuel power capacity in June 2025, five years ahead of its NDC target, with 242.78 GW of non-fossil capacity out of a 484.82 GW total.
The government has implemented multi
Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 Launches with National Power Plans
The Ministry of Power inaugurated the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, releasing a National Resource Adequacy Plan and a Transmission Plan for over 900 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2035-36.
The event h
GoM Meets on Power Distribution Viability Reforms
Union Minister Shri Shripad Yesso Naik chaired the 6th meeting of the Group of Ministers to address the financial viability of power distribution utilities.
The meeting highlighted that while the sect
Government Reports Progress on Power Distribution Reforms
The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) has sanctioned projects worth Rs. 2.83 lakh crore for smart metering and distribution loss reduction.
Under RDSS, 4.69 crore smart meters have been insta
India Targets 500 GW Non-Fossil Capacity, 208 GWh Storage by 2030
The Government of India targets 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, requiring 208 GWh of battery storage for grid integration.
Existing BESS capacity is 798 MWh, with 35.8 GWh under constructi
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Hails Purvanchal Culture at Maati 9 Festival
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed the Purvanchal Mahotsav 'Maati 9', highlighting the region's cultural heritage and its role in national identity.
He emphasized preserving local dialects, folk art
Ministry of Steel and PSUs Observe Swachhata Pakhwada
The Ministry of Steel and its PSUs observed Swachhata Pakhwada from March 16-31, 2026, with nationwide cleanliness activities.
Activities included administering the Swachhata pledge, safety drills, wa
ECI Completes Second Randomisation of EVMs for Assembly Polls
The Election Commission of India has completed the second randomisation of EVMs for the upcoming assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
The first randomisation allocated 8.85 lakh EVM un
RBI Extends Export Realisation to 15 Months
RBI extended the export proceeds realisation period from nine to fifteen months, significantly easing cash‑flow constraints for exporters.
The export credit realisation window was raised to 450 days f
Fertilizer Companies Sign 10-Year Green Ammonia Deals for 724,000 Tonnes/Year
The Department of Fertilizers exchanged 11 Green Ammonia Purchase Agreements with 6 fertilizer companies and green ammonia producers for 724,000 tonnes per year.
The 10-year fixed-price agreements wil
BHEL Clarifies Land Border Procurement Relaxation
NSE sought clarification from BHEL on a news item about Centre relaxing land border norms for BHEL tenders dated March 30, 2026.
BHEL confirmed receipt of DoE OM dated 27.03.2026 granting relaxation u
India Targets 25x Sports Goods Export Growth to ₹80,000 Crore
The 4th India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF 2026) opened with a focus on making India a global hub for sports goods manufacturing and trade.
The government aims to scale sports goods exports from ₹3,000 c
President Murmu Addresses Nalanda University Convocation
President Droupadi Murmu addressed the convocation at Nalanda University, highlighting its historical role and modern resurgence as a global educational hub.
Over half of the graduating cohort are int
Govt Ensures Fuel Supply, Expedites PNG Amid Crisis
The government reduced excise duties on petrol and diesel, imposed export levies on diesel and ATF, and urged states to curb rumors and expedite PNG connections.
Over 3.1 lakh PNG connections were gas
Ratnaveer Gets ECMS Approval for ₹338Cr CCL Plant
Ratnaveer Precision Engineering received ECMS approval on 30th March 2026 for a ₹338 Crore Copper Clad Laminates manufacturing project.
The CCL facility, located in Vadodara, Gujarat, is one of India'
Cabinet Approves Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 with ₹8.69 Lakh Crore Outlay
The Union Cabinet approved Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 with a total outlay of ₹8.69 lakh crore, including central assistance of ₹3.59 lakh crore.
Funds of ₹1,562 crore were released to five states for FY 2
Postal Delegation Meets Minister on Cadre Restructuring
A delegation of postal employees met Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, thanking the PM and DoPT for addressing their concerns.
Discussions included cadre restructuring, pension issues, and welfare of
PMAY-G Achieves 2.99 Crore Houses, Aims 4.95 Crore by 2029
Under PMAY-G, 2.99 crore houses have been completed against a target of 4.95 crore by 2029, with 4.15 crore allocated and 3.90 crore sanctioned.
A total of ₹4.03 lakh crore has been transferred to ben
PM Shares Sanskrit Verse on Lord Mahavira's Teachings
The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit verse on social media, inspired by Lord Mahavira's messages of truth and harmony.
The verse emphasizes truth, good conduct, and equality as per Lord Mahavira's tea
PM Extends Greetings on Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak
PM Modi extended greetings on Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, highlighting truth, non-violence, and compassion in a social media post.
He stated that Mahavir's teachings illuminate truth, are spiritua
NESTS Celebrates 8th Foundation Day, Showcasing EMRS Achievements
NESTS to celebrate its 8th Foundation Day on April 1, showcasing EMRS achievements and honoring meritorious tribal students.
The event will be attended by the Union Minister of Tribal Affairs, other d
Centre Releases Over ₹1,500 Cr XV FC Grants to 6 States
The Union Government released over ₹1,500 crore in 15th Finance Commission grants to Panchayati Raj Institutions in six states.
The grants, both tied and untied, are for rural local bodies in Telangan
CMLRE's Bhavasagara Centre Named National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna
The Ministry of Environment designates CMLRE's Bhavasagara Centre as a National Repository for deep-sea fauna under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
The repository houses over 3,500 identified spec
RBI 3-Day VRR Auction Allots ₹50,000 Cr
On March 30 2026, RBI held a 3‑day Variable Rate Repo auction, notifying a total amount of ₹50,000 crore to manage liquidity.
Total bids received ₹57,287 crore, with ₹50,001 crore allotted, achieving
RBI SCB Lending Rates Fall to 8.44%
Weighted average lending rate on fresh rupee loans fell to 8.44% in February 2026, down from 8.49% in January.
Weighted average lending rate on outstanding rupee loans declined to 9.00% in February 20
RBI Reports Services Exports $34.7bn Feb 2026
RBI released February 2026 services trade data showing exports of $34.708 bn and imports of $16.865 bn.
Export growth YoY slowed to 9.7% while import growth accelerated to 16.2% year‑on‑year.
Data for
RBI Publishes Q3 2025-26 Invisibles Data
RBI issued its third‑quarter 2025‑26 invisibles statistics covering October‑December, following IMF BPM6 methodology.
The release, dated March 30 2026, provides data on services, primary income and se
RBI Feb 2026 Credit Up 14.3% YoY
RBI reports non‑food bank credit grew 14.3% YoY in the fortnight ended 28 Feb 2026, versus 11.1% a year earlier.
Agriculture credit rose 12.3% YoY, industry credit 13.5% YoY, driven by infrastructure,
RBI Announces 3-Day VRR Auction ₹50,000 Cr
RBI conducted second 3‑day Variable Rate Repo auction on March 30 2026 with ₹50,000 crore notified amount.
Total bids received matched the full notified amount, with ₹34,581 crore allotted at a cut‑of
RBI Absorbs ₹1.27 Lakh Crore Liquidity
RBI's net liquidity injection (including today’s and outstanding operations) was –₹1,27,027.91 crore, indicating overall liquidity absorption.
Today's operations absorbed ₹3,03,517 crore, with MSF len
RBI Absorbs ₹1.27 Lakh Cr Liquidity
RBI's money market operations on March 29 showed zero overnight and term segment volumes, indicating no new repo/call money activity.
RBI injected -₹3.00 Lakh Cr today, outstanding ops added ₹1.73 Lak
RBI Money Market Ops: 6.83 Lakh Cr
RBI reported total overnight money market volume of ₹6,83,177.05 crore on March 27, 2026, with weighted average rate 5.45%.
Repo operation of ₹65,322 crore at 5.26% and MSF of ₹63 crore at 5.50% were
RBI Announces ₹50,000 Cr VRR Auction
RBI will hold a second 3‑day Variable Rate Repo auction on March 30 2026 under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility today.
The auction offers a notified amount of ₹50,000 crore with a three‑day tenor, wi
India IIP Improves to 82.1% Asset Ratio
Net claims of non‑residents fell by US$ 10.9 billion to US$ 260.5 billion at end‑December 2025.
Asset‑to‑liability ratio improved to 82.1 % in December 2025, up from 81.4 % a quarter earlier.
Indian r
NGNF Companies PAT Rises 23.1% in 2024-25
RBI released financial performance data for 7,992 NGNF public limited companies covering FY 2022-23 to 2024-25.
Net sales grew 7.8% YoY, with manufacturing up 6.3% and services up 10.1% in 2024-25.
Pr
India Operationalizes Record 30 Mineral Blocks in FY25-26
The Ministry of Mines announced a record 30 mineral blocks were operationalized in FY 2025-26, the highest in a single year, marking a major milestone for the mining sector.
Over 200 mineral blocks we
NHAI Nears FY26 Monetisation Target with Rs. 28,300 Crore
NHAI has realized over Rs. 28,300 crore through InvIT and TOT models, nearing its FY 2025-26 target of Rs. 30,000 crore.
InvIT Round 5 was awarded for Rs. 6,366.98 crore for two NH sections, while TOT
Smart Cities Mission Achieves 93% Project Completion
The Smart Cities Mission has achieved 93% completion of 8,063 projects and 100% completion of Integrated Command and Control Centers (ICCCs), as per a NITI Aayog report.
The Ministry of Housing and Ur
Government Reports 1,995 Urban Homeless Shelters Established
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs reported on the completion of the Shelter for Urban Homeless (SUH) scheme, a component of the DAY-NULM mission.
A total of 1,995 permanent all-weather shelter
Government Sanctions Rs 2.83 Lakh Crore for Power Distribution Reforms
The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) sanctions Rs 2.83 lakh crore for distribution infrastructure and smart metering to improve DISCOM viability.
The scheme targets reducing AT&C losses to 1
Budget 2026-27 Boosts Healthcare Funding by 10%
The Union Budget 2026-27 increases the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare allocation by 10% to ₹1,06,530.42 crore, focusing on universal healthcare and infrastructure.
Key initiatives include a 100
MoSPI Integrates AI into eSankhyiki Portal and Chatbot
MoSPI has integrated AI into the eSankhyiki portal and deployed an AI chatbot to improve data discovery and user interaction on its revamped website.
Digital data collection has reduced annual survey
NSQF: 1.4 Crore Trained, 3122 Active Qualifications
Over 1.4 crore candidates trained in the last three years and current year up to 31.12.2025, including 7.28 lakh in Tamil Nadu.
As of 31.12.2025, 9,549 qualifications are NSQF-aligned, with 3,122 acti
Maris Spinners Receives Partial Interest Subsidy ₹41L
Maris Spinners received partial interest subsidy of ₹40,99,962 from Commissioner of Textiles and Director, Bangalore.
Total interest subsidy claimed up to December 2025 stands at ₹73,30,834; balance o
President Murmu Extends Greetings on Mahavir Jayanti
President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings on Mahavir Jayanti, highlighting Bhagwan Mahavir's five principles of Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, and Aparigraha.
The President emphasized that ado
Ministry of Cooperation Conclave on National Cooperation Policy 2025
The National Conclave on Cooperation Policy 2025 brought together policymakers and experts to expedite the implementation of the National Cooperation Policy 2025.
Key announcements included computeriz
Government and RBI Ensure Uninterrupted Rural Credit Flow
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is ensuring sufficient liquidity to support the productive requirements of the economy, including the rural sector.
The government has implemented measures to ensure un
MSDE Promotes Dual System of Training and Apprenticeships
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is actively promoting the Dual System of Training (DST) to enhance industry exposure and employability by integrating institutional and on
Skill India Portal Integrated with e-Shram for Upskilling
The Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) integrates with the e-Shram portal to provide skilling opportunities to registered workers, with 1,173 beneficiaries across states.
An AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot (S
ESDP Benefits Over 18 Lakh Participants in Five Years
Over 18 lakh participants benefited from 39,280 Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (ESDP) programmes from FY 2021-22 to 2025-26.
Total fund allocation was ₹277.02 crore with ₹266.674 cro
PM-SETU Scheme: ₹60,000 Crore for ITI Upgradation
The PM-SETU scheme has a ₹60,000 crore outlay to upgrade 1000 ITIs and enhance NSTIs for better vocational training.
Industry-led Special Purpose Vehicles will drive upgradation with global partnershi
Udyam Registration Tops 7.83 Crore Enterprises by Feb 2026
Over 7.83 crore MSMEs registered on Udyam Portal, showing growth from 0.79 crore in FY22 to 7.83 crore in Feb 2026.
Budget 2026-27 introduces TReDS as mandatory settlement for CPSE purchases, credit g
EPACK Durable Receives ₹37.5 Cr PLI Incentive FY25
EPACK Durable received its 3rd PLI sanction letter for White Goods scheme for FY 2024-25 on March 30, 2026.
IFCI Limited approved an incentive of ₹37.50 crore linked to incremental sales and investmen
Tourism Ministry Unveils Swadesh Darshan 2.0 Reforms
The Ministry of Tourism has issued guidelines for Swadesh Darshan 2.0, establishing a National Institutional Framework and a digital Program Management Information System (PMIS).
A National Programme
Tourism Ministry Details Water Sports Infrastructure and Khelo India Festival
The Ministry of Tourism, via NIWS-IITTM, conducts water sports training, with no current proposals for Coastal Karnataka infrastructure.
Under Khelo India, financial aid for sports infrastructure incl
UPSC Invites Applications for Anthropologist Posts
UPSC invites applications for two anthropologist positions in the Anthropological Survey of India under the Ministry of Culture.
Applications are open from March 28 to April 17, 2026, via the UPSC onl
Asiatic Society Reports 35,624 Manuscript Folios Conserved
The Asiatic Society, under ASI, has conserved 35,624 manuscript folios and digitized 11,528 manuscripts, with 2,033 manuscripts scanned under the Gyan Bharatam initiative.
Staffing data shows vacancie
Ministry of Culture Outlines Cultural Diplomacy Initiatives
The Ministry of Culture promotes Indian arts globally via cultural agreements, exchange programs, and participation in multilateral forums like G20 and BRICS.
The Indian Council for Cultural Relations
ASI Allocates Funds for Minority Heritage and Pilgrimage Sites
The Archaeological Survey of India oversees 3,686 protected monuments and sites, including minority heritage, with conservation funded per national policy.
Conservation and preservation are ongoing, g
LG India Deploys HVAC at PM's Office
LG Electronics India deployed a 1,590 HP VRF air-conditioning system comprising 113 outdoor units at the PM's Office 'Seva Teerth'.
The system was manufactured at LGE India's Pune facility, supporting
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse, Honors Freedom Fighter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit verse and paid tribute to freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
The Prime Minister stated that the life of Shyamji Kri
PM Modi Honors Shyamji Krishna Varma on Death Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma on his death anniversary via a post on X.
The tribute acknowledged Varma's revolutionary ideas and role in India's fre
Tejas Networks Delivers 17,000 BharatNet Phase III Routers
Tejas Networks has cumulatively shipped over 17,000 TJ1400 IP/MPLS routers for BharatNet Phase III as of March 30, 2026.
Routers are being deployed across 9 states and 5 union territories by PIA partn
National Consultative Committee on De-addiction Holds 5th Meeting
The 5th National Consultative Committee on De-addiction and Rehabilitation meeting was chaired by Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar to review drug demand reduction efforts.
Key agenda included reviewi
IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 Kicks Off in Greater Noida
IndiaSkills National Competition 2025-26 commenced in Greater Noida with over 650 participants competing across 63 skill categories.
The event, organized by MSDE and NSDC, recorded over 3.65 lakh regi
Vice President Launches AI Chatbot and Legal Comics
Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the National Consultation on Tele-Law, emphasizing accessible, affordable, and timely justice for all citizens.
He launched several knowledge products
PG Electroplast PLI Scheme 3rd Tranche ₹37.5 Cr
PG Technoplast Pvt Ltd, wholly owned subsidiary of PG Electroplast, received PLI scheme incentive sanction of ₹37.5 crore.
The sanction letter dated March 27, 2026 was issued by IFCI Limited for FY 20
RBI VRR Auction Allots ₹65,322 Cr @5.26%
RBI conducted a 6‑day Variable Rate Repo auction on March 27 2026, notifying ₹75,000 crore.
Bids totalling ₹65,322 crore were fully allotted, matching the total bid amount received.
The cut‑off repo r
RBI Reports ₹6.77 Lakh Cr Overnight Money Market Volume
RBI reported total overnight money market volume of ₹6,77,172.58 crore with weighted average rate 5.24% (range 2.00‑6.80%).
Call money segment saw ₹13,511.07 crore at 5.30% average rate, range 4.20‑5.
RBI Absorbs ₹48.7bn Liquidity March 26
RBI's net liquidity injection from today's operations was a withdrawal of ₹2.19 bn, with overall net liquidity of –₹48.7 bn after outstanding operations.
Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) absorption amo
RBI State Sec Auction Raises ₹39,992 Cr
RBI announced results of state government securities auction on March 27, 2026, raising ₹39,991.958 crore of the ₹42,941 crore target.
Full subscription achieved for most states, with yields ranging f
RBI Unveils Payments Vision 2028
RBI issued Payments Vision 2028, extending strategic roadmap for payment systems through December 2028.
The vision comprises 15 initiatives targeting user empowerment, fraud prevention, cross‑border p
RBI Announces ₹42.9K Cr State Securities Auction
RBI released full auction results for state government securities on March 27, 2026, covering multiple states and tenors.
Total notified amount across all issues was ₹42,941 crore, with total allotmen
Kiaasa Retail Pays ₹3.5 Cr Advance Tax FY26
Kiaasa Retail Limited disclosed payment of advance tax of ₹3.50 crore for FY 2025-26.
Disclosure filed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015 with BSE Limited.
Filing signed by Company Sec
Maris Spinners Receives Partial Interest Subsidy ₹53L
Maris Spinners Ltd received partial interest subsidy of ₹53 lakh from Commissioner of Textiles and Director, Bangalore.
Total interest subsidy claimed up to December 2025 stands at ₹1,26,30,864; only
RBI VRR Auction 23 2026 – 79,256 Cr
RBI conducted a 1‑day Overnight Variable Rate Repo auction on 23 March 2026, notifying ₹1,00,000 crore.
Total bids received amounted to ₹79,256 crore, which were fully allotted, resulting in an all‑to
RBI March 20 Liquidity Injection ₹6,226 Cr
On March 20, RBI’s repo (₹25,101 cr) and SDF (₹1,88,379 cr) yielded a net liquidity injection of ₹6,225.64 cr, boosting overall market liquidity.
Overnight money market volume was ₹6,90,151 cr at 5.30
RBI Bulletin: Resilient GDP, Rising Inflation
RBI released March 2026 Bulletin with State of the Economy article amid global volatility from Middle East conflict and US trade probes.
Second advance GDP estimates for FY 2025‑26 show sustained resi
RBI Announces MPC Meeting Dates 2026-27
RBI released the schedule for Monetary Policy Committee meetings, outlining six sessions in 2026‑27 to guide policy decisions.
The meetings are set for early April, June, August, October, December 202
RBI Injects ₹65,395 Cr Liquidity March 22
RBI's net liquidity injection from all operations on March 22 amounted to ₹65,395.64 crore, reflecting overall market liquidity absorption in the Indian economy.
Today's MSF and SDF operations injecte
RBI Injects ₹65,936 Cr Liquidity via Repo
RBI's net liquidity injection (including today's and outstanding operations) amounted to ₹65,935.64 cr on March 21, 2026.
Standing Deposit Facility auction on March 21 supplied ₹1,32,072 cr at 5.00% r
Coal India Approves 25% MCL Divestment via IPO
Coal India's Board approved in-principle divestment of up to 25% equity in subsidiary Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) via IPO/OFS.
Divestment may occur in one or more tranches through domestic marke
CIL Board Approves SECL IPO via OFS
CIL's Board on 23.03.2026 approved in-principle divestment of up to 25% equity in SECL via OFS through IPO.
SECL will simultaneously issue fresh equity shares of up to 10% of post-issue paid-up capita
IRFC Signs Rs 12,842 Crore Refinancing Deal with HURL
IRFC signed a Rupee Term Loan agreement with HURL to refinance existing long-term debt up to Rs 12,842 crore.
HURL is a PSU joint venture of NTPC, Coal India, Indian Oil, FCIL, and HFCL operating urea
MTNL Signs MOU With Bihar Govt ₹68.43 Cr
MTNL executed an MOU with Government of Bihar on March 24, 2026 to transfer leasehold rights of 7 residential properties.
The seven properties at Asian Games Village Complex, New Delhi are valued at ₹
Sharika Enterprises Bags L&T Smart Grid Order
Sharika Enterprises received a purchase order from Larsen & Toubro for 998 communicable FPIs under the RDSS scheme.
The order is for PVVNL's Varanasi distribution network, enabling real-time fault det
RBI 3-Day VRR Auction ₹1 Lakh Cr
RBI conducted a 3‑day Variable Rate Repo auction on March 24 2026 with ₹1,00,000 crore notified amount.
Total bids received matched the notified amount at ₹55,837 crore, and the full amount was allott
RBI State Securities Auction Raises ₹54,834 Cr
On March 24 2026, RBI’s state securities auction attracted ₹54,834.402 crore in bids, short of the ₹57,408 crore target.
Gujarat secured the largest acceptance with ₹1,235 crore, while Karnataka recei
RBI Repo Volume 6.78 Lakh Cr, Liquidity
RBI's money market operations on March 23, 2026 recorded total overnight segment volume of ₹6,77,503.26 crore at 5.22% weighted average rate.
Net liquidity injection from today's operations was -₹2,00
Pakka Limited Secures UP Cabinet LOC ₹224.47 Cr
Pakka Limited received UP Cabinet approval for a Letter of Comfort for ₹224.47 crore fiscal incentives under UP Industrial Investment and Employment Promotion Policy, 2022.
The LOC pertains to the com
Mysore Paper Mills Q3 FY26 Net Loss ₹2,046L
MPM Board approved unaudited Q3 FY26 results; quarterly revenue at ₹412.90 lakhs with net loss of ₹2,046.27 lakhs.
Finance costs of ₹2,151.87 lakhs per quarter overwhelmingly dominate expenses against
RBI Publishes Reserve Money Data
RBI issued a press release on March 25 2026 publishing reserve‑money and money‑supply figures for the latest fortnight ending 15 March 2026.
The data sets are provided as Excel files named RM25032026_
RBI T‑Bill Auction Receives No Bids
RBI announced T‑Bill auction for 91‑day, 182‑day, 364‑day securities with total face values of ₹15,000 cr, ₹12,000 cr and ₹8,000 cr respectively.
No bids were received; cut‑off price and implicit yiel