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India's governance landscape is showing signs of improvement, with the Chandler Good Government Index noting a second consecutive year of gains, particularly in areas like financial stewardship, while the nation continues to strengthen its position in global trade. Driven by rising health awareness and market growth, makhana exports surged to ₹19,296 lakh in FY26, supported by government initiatives like the Central Sector Scheme and the National Makhana Board. Simultaneously, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is actively fostering partnerships, inviting Japanese investment and leading a large delegation to Singapore to advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, highlighting India's ambition to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047.
India Makhana Exports Hit ₹19,296 Lakh in FY26
India exported 7,264.89 MT of makhana worth ₹19,296.08 lakh in 2025-26, solidifying its position as the world's largest producer with 80,590 MT output.
The government launched a ₹476.03 crore Central
India Governance Score Rises in 2026 Index
India's overall score in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index rose for the second consecutive year after three years of decline.
India remains the top performer in South Asia, ranking 76th globally
Piyush Goyal Leads 70-Member Delegation to Singapore
Union Minister Piyush Goyal visits Singapore for the 4th India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable to advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
A 70-member Indian business delegation from diverse
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Benevolent Actions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam on social media platform X.
The verse emphasizes that life's fulfillment comes from working for others' welfare.
The message was posted as pa
NICDIT Reviews Industrial Corridor Progress, 469 Plots Allotted
Apex Monitoring Authority chaired by Finance Minister reviewed NICDP progress, urging faster infrastructure completion and production commencement.
469 plots covering 5,348 acres allotted with ₹2.21 l
Goyal Invites Japanese Investment in India Partnership
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal invited Japanese businesses to deepen investments and partnerships in India, highlighting Uttar Pradesh as a key platform.
India-Japan bilateral trade reached USD 27.5 b
Ministry of Culture Concludes Har Ghar Tiranga 2026
Ministry of Culture organized Har Ghar Tiranga Concert featuring B Praak at Bharat Mandapam to conclude nationwide campaign.
Campaign recorded 8.27 crore selfies uploaded on portal, surpassing previou
Logistics Data Bank Tracks 10 Crore EXIM Containers
Logistics Data Bank has tracked 10 crore EXIM containers since 2016 launch using RFID technology across 19 ports.
Platform provides complete visibility of India's EXIM container movement covering port
PM GatiShakti Evaluates ₹18.66 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects
PM GatiShakti National Master Plan provides integrated infrastructure planning framework without separate budgetary allocations, coordinating 58 ministries and 36 states/UTs.
Network Planning Group ha
GeM MSME Procurement Hits ₹2.37 Lakh Crore FY26
Government e-Marketplace achieved ₹2.37 lakh crore procurement from MSMEs in FY 2025-26, representing 47.2% of total orders.
Platform registered 11.75 lakh MSMEs, 37,758 startups, 2.17 lakh women entr
GeM Completes Decade with ₹20 Lakh Crore GMV
Government e-Marketplace completes 10 years with cumulative GMV exceeding ₹20 lakh crore through 3.78 crore orders.
IIT Delhi study estimates ₹1.76 lakh crore net social savings and 13.6% price saving
India Chairs BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Jaipur
India concluded the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting, issuing a Chair's Statement with four annexes covering economic partnership and trade.
Ministers adopted the Jaipur Consensus and Guiding Princ
DGFT Expands Source from India Platform for Startups
DGFT expands Source from India platform eligibility to include DPIIT-recognized startups via Trade Notice 16.
Eligible startups receive dedicated badges and can create microsites even without export p
87 Proposals Received Under BHAVYA Scheme Phase-I
Ministry of Commerce received 87 industrial development proposals from states/UTs under BHAVYA Scheme's first round.
Proposals will be evaluated on connectivity, infrastructure quality, industrial eco
Goyal Urges Fair Trade, $30T Economy by 2047
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal addressed Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav, urging fair trading practices and global expansion of Make in India.
India's exports reached $863 billion last year with 73% growth
DPIIT Signs Five Strategic Startup Ecosystem MoUs
DPIIT signed five MoUs with industry partners to strengthen India's startup ecosystem through enhanced digital infrastructure and support.
Cashfree Payments will provide digital payment solutions, ide
GeM Marks 10 Years with ₹20 Lakh Crore Procurement
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal outlined five priorities for GeM's next decade, focusing on AI integration, last-mile access, and sustainability.
GeM has facilitated cumulative procurement worth ₹20 la
Government Approves 20 Industrial Nodes Under NICDP
Government of India has approved 20 industrial nodes under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme with ₹16,172.95 crore sanctioned for development.
Four projects have been completed wi
Government Approves Domestic PNG Connection Incentive Scheme
Government approves incentive scheme providing CGD companies additional 200 SCM APM gas per incremental domestic PNG connection.
Scheme aims to reduce PNG connection payback period from 10 years to 3
West Bengal Kaushal Mahotsav Connects 4500 Youth
Ministry of Skill Development organized West Bengal's first Kaushal Mahotsav in Balurghat with 7500+ interviews conducted.
Over 7000 job opportunities from 50+ employers across manufacturing, retail,
Ministry Commits to PM Modi's Shakti Ki Saptadhara Vision
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a pledge program to implement PM Modi's 'Shakti Ki Saptadhara' vision for agricultural and rural development.
The government announced achievement of creating
Minda Corp Subsidiary Gets Display Module Manufacturing Approval
Minda Instruments Limited received government approval under ECMS to manufacture Display Module Sub-Assemblies, reducing import dependency.
The approval is part of a ₹7,877 crore investment tranche br
Railways Inaugurate Kailaras-Birpur Gauge Conversion in Madhya Pradesh
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the 56-km gauge-converted Kailaras-Sabalgarh-Birpur rail section and extended Gwalior-Kailaras train service to Birpur.
Madhya Pradesh's railway budget in
ICAR 97th AGM Charts Demand-Driven Agricultural Research Roadmap
ICAR's 97th AGM emphasized demand-driven research focused on farmer incomes, market needs, and export viability under Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Foodgrain production increased b
Chhattisgarh BharatNet Program Gets ₹3,942 Crore Support
Digital Bharat Nidhi approved ₹3,942 crore financial support for Amended BharatNet Program implementation in Chhattisgarh.
The program will cover 11,682 Gram Panchayats and provide on-demand connectiv
Jitendra Singh Highlights AI, Digital Governance Transformation
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized AI, quantum tech, cybersecurity, and digital tools are rapidly transforming governance processes.
63 officers have entered government through lateral entry
NHAI Expands Digital FASTag Local Pass to 121 Toll Plazas
NHAI extended its online FASTag Local Pass facility to 121 toll plazas nationwide, enabling digital monthly subscriptions.
Eligible residents within 20 km radius can apply via Rajmargyatra app using D
RRBs Credit Grows 10.3% to ₹5.78 Lakh Crore FY26
Regional Rural Banks achieved 10.3% credit growth to ₹5.78 lakh crore outstanding in FY 2025–26, exceeding PSL targets.
Agriculture lending dominated with ₹3.78 lakh crore (77% of PSL), while MSMEs re
UIDAI Completes 2 Crore Biometric Updates for Students
UIDAI completed over 2 crore mandatory biometric updates for school children aged 5-17 years through a nationwide drive.
The initiative covered 1.56 lakh schools using UDISE+ integration and school-le
Raichur Reclaims 22 Acres from Landfill Remediation
Raichur City Corporation remediated 62,252 MT of legacy waste at Yakalaspura dumpsite under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0.
The project reclaimed 22 acres of urban land, eliminating environmental and
BRICS Environment Ministers Launch Four Knowledge Compendiums
India's Environment Minister launched four knowledge compendiums at the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers' Meeting under India's 2026 Chairship.
The compendiums cover sustainable lifestyles, integrated
India Coconut Sector Growth and Policy Support 2025-26
India's coconut sector supports 30 million people including 10 million farmers, ranking first globally in production with 20.3 billion nuts from 2.19 million hectares.
Coconut exports surged 62% to ₹7
India Youth Development Programs Achieve Significant Scale
Government reports 2.22 crore youth registered on MY Bharat platform with 1.52 lakh volunteering opportunities as of July 2026.
Education system serves 24.72 crore students across 14.67 lakh schools w
India Ease of Doing Business Reforms Progress Report
Government reports major progress in business reforms including 8.29 lakh approvals through National Single Window System and 2.47 lakh DPIIT-recognized startups.
MSME support initiatives show signifi
Government Reports Women Empowerment Program Achievements
Government reports comprehensive women empowerment achievements across health, education, and economic programs with detailed beneficiary statistics.
Financial inclusion initiatives show massive scale
India Rural Tribal Development Programs Achievements Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under 16th Finance Commission.
Jal Jeevan Mission achieved 15.91 crore household tap water connections an
Indian Agriculture Sector Transformation: Key Growth Metrics
India's agriculture GVA surged from ₹20.94 lakh crore (2014-15) to ₹52.08 lakh crore (2025-26) with budget allocation rising to ₹1,40,528.78 crore.
Foodgrain production increased to 376.56 million ton
India Manufacturing Sector Achieves Robust Growth Across Key Industries
India's manufacturing GVA grew at a 10.88% CAGR from 2022-23 to 2025-26, contributing 16-17% to GDP and employing over 27 million workers.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY25-26 with e
India's Digital Economy Contributes 12-14% to GDP
India's digital economy contributes 12-14% to GDP and is projected to reach 20% in the next decade, making it the world's fifth-largest digitalised economy.
Electronics production grew 7-fold to ₹13.1
Government Invests ₹10,400+ Crore in Heritage Revival
Government launched multiple schemes investing over ₹10,400 crore in tourism infrastructure and heritage conservation across India.
Archaeological Survey of India safeguards 3,686 monuments with ₹374
India Defence Budget Grows 3.1-Fold to ₹7.85 Lakh Crore
India's defence budget surged 3.1-fold from ₹2.53 lakh crore in 2013–14 to ₹7.85 lakh crore in 2026–27, with capital expenditure rising 2.3-fold to ₹2.19 lakh crore.
Defence production hit record ₹1.7
India Infrastructure Capex Surge to ₹12.2 Lakh Crore
Public capital expenditure surged from ₹2 lakh crore in FY15 to ₹12.2 lakh crore in FY27, driving massive infrastructure transformation.
Rail electrification reached 99.6% with 162 Vande Bharat trains
India Financial Inclusion Progress Report 2026
India's RBI Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026, up from 43.4 in 2017, showing broad-based improvement.
PMJDY scheme has enabled banking access with 89% account ownership and ₹52.89 l
India Reports 22,446 Wild Elephants Across 33 Reserves
India hosts 60% of global Asian elephant population with 22,446 wild elephants estimated in 2021-25 census using DNA-based sampling.
Government maintains 33 Elephant Reserves covering 80,777 km² and 1
India Launches ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Scheme
Government announces ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme to boost domestic production capacity to 7.5 lakh TEUs annually.
Scheme aims to reduce India's dependence on importing 2 mi
India's ₹1.27L Crore Semicon 2.0 and AI Mission Progress
India approved Semicon 2.0 with ₹1,27,500 crore outlay to scale semiconductor ecosystem across six strategic pillars including fabrication and design.
Twelve semiconductor projects approved with ₹1.64
India UDISE+ 2025–26 School Education Report
UDISE+ 2025–26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students, showing improved access and infrastructure.
Gross Enrolment Ratio reached 71.7% at Secondary stage with
India's Energy Capacity Reaches 552 GW with 54% Non-Fossil
India's total installed power capacity reached 552 GW in July 2026, with non-fossil sources accounting for 300.50 GW (54% of total).
Coal production exceeded 1,040 MT in FY2025-26 while imports declin
India's Space Economy Valued at $9 Billion with 440 Startups
India's space economy valued at $9 billion in 2026, projected to reach $40-45 billion in a decade with private investment surging six-fold to $618.5 million.
Space sector reforms opened private partic
India Achieves Naxal-Free Status in 2026
India declared effectively free from Left-Wing Extremism with no LWE-affected districts as of March 2026, marking a historic internal security milestone.
Naxal-related incidents declined sharply from
MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 Passed
Parliament passed the MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 to update the 2006 Act, introducing reforms for payment constraints, dispute resolution, and compliance simplification.
MSMEs contribute 31.1
GeM Transforms Public Procurement with ₹20 Lakh Crore GMV
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has facilitated cumulative procurement worth over ₹20 lakh crore, connecting 1.37 lakh government buyers with 25 lakh sellers.
GeM empowered MSEs with ₹2.36 lakh crore o
India e-Courts Project Digitizes Judiciary with AI
Government's e-Courts Mission Mode Project transformed India's paper-based judiciary into digital system with 753 crore pages digitized.
Phase III achievements include 1,806 e-Sewa Kendras, 4.18 crore
CPGRAMS Transforms Public Grievance Redressal with Digital Innovation
CPGRAMS handles 27 lakh annual grievances with 15-day average disposal time in 2025, down from 157 days in 2014.
Platform connects all Central Ministries, States and UTs with 1.09 lakh Grievance Redre
India Launches ₹84,084 Crore Offshore Exploration Scheme
Government approves Samudra Manthan scheme with ₹84,084 crore Phase-I outlay through FY 2030-31 to boost offshore hydrocarbon exploration.
Scheme targets adding over 600 MMTOE reserves and raising dom
India Approves ₹5,070 Crore 5,000 MW Floating Solar Scheme
Indian government approved Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana with ₹5,070 crore outlay for 5,000 MW floating solar capacity with 10,000 MWh energy storage.
India's solar capacity grew from 3 GW in 20
Ministry Announces National Sports Awards 2025 Recipients
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced National Sports Awards 2025 recipients across multiple categories including Arjuna and Dronacharya awards.
Seventeen sportspersons received Arjuna Awards f
India's Electric Vehicle Ecosystem Growth and Policy Support
India's EV sales grew 46x since 2016 to 2.3 million units in 2025, with exports surging from $1.2M to $84M between 2020-2024.
Government schemes including PM E-DRIVE (₹10,900 crore), PLI-Auto (₹2,377
National Handloom Day 2026 Celebrates 35.22 Lakh Weavers
National Handloom Day 2026 recognizes India's 35.22 lakh handloom workers, over 72% being women, with deep historical roots dating to Indus Valley civilization.
Government support includes ₹205 crore
India Leads Global Ship Recycling with 35.4% Market Share
India became world's top ship recycling nation in 2025 with 35.4% global market share, up from 30.1% in 2024.
Ship recycling volume grew nearly 60% to 2.99 million gross tons, achieving Maritime India
Bharat Taxi Cooperative Ride-Hailing Platform Launched
Bharat Taxi is India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform established under Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act with 8 lakh registered drivers.
Platform operates zero-commission model enabling
India Invests ₹10,500+ Crore in Cultural Heritage Revitalization
Government outlines ₹10,500+ crore investment across multiple schemes to preserve and promote India's cultural heritage through infrastructure and digitization.
Key achievements include 615 antiquitie
India's ₹1.38 Lakh Crore Semiconductor and AI Push
India approved Semicon 2.0 with ₹1,27,500 crore outlay to expand semiconductor ecosystem across six strategic pillars including fabrication and design.
Twelve semiconductor projects approved with ₹1.6
India Rural Tribal Welfare Schemes Progress Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under the 16th Finance Commission.
Rural development budget rose from ₹87,765 crore to ₹2.73 lakh crore a
India Youth Development Initiatives Progress Report 2026
Government reports 2.22 crore youth registered on MY Bharat platform for volunteering and skilling opportunities as of July 2026.
Education system serves 24.72 crore students across 14.67 lakh schools
India Ease of Doing Business Reforms Progress Report
Government reports significant progress in business reforms with National Single Window System granting 8.29 lakh approvals and Udyam MSME registrations reaching 9.27 lakh.
Credit support schemes show
India UDISE+ 2025-26 School Education Report
UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students across India's education system.
Key improvements include favorable 24:1 pupil-teacher ratio, reduced dro
Government Reports Women Empowerment Program Achievements
Government reports comprehensive women empowerment achievements across health, education, and economic sectors with detailed program metrics.
Key initiatives show 5.13 crore PMMVY beneficiaries, 58.90
India Defence Sector Achieves Record Growth and Self-Reliance
India's defence budget grew 3.1-fold to ₹7.85 lakh crore in 2026–27 from ₹2.53 lakh crore in 2013–14, with capital expenditure rising 2.3-fold to ₹2.19 lakh crore.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lak
India's Energy Capacity Reaches 552 GW with 54% Non-Fossil
India's total installed power capacity reached 552 GW in July 2026, with non-fossil sources accounting for 300.50 GW (54% of total).
Coal production exceeded 1,040 MT in FY2025-26 while imports fell 2
India's Space Sector Reforms Drive $9B Economy Growth
India's space economy valued at $9B with projection to reach $40-45B in next decade, driven by private sector expansion.
Private investment surged six-fold from $100.5M in 2021-22 to $618.5M by March
India Coconut Sector Exports Hit ₹7,038 Crore in FY26
India's coconut exports surged 62% to ₹7,038.35 crore (USD 794.70M) in 2025-26, expanding from traditional products to value-added items like virgin coconut oil.
The Coconut Development Board implemen
India Manufacturing Sector Shows Robust 10.88% CAGR Growth
India's manufacturing sector contributes 16-17% to GDP with 10.88% CAGR growth from 2022-23 to 2025-26, employing over 27 million workers.
Defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY25-26 with e
PAIMANA Platform Monitors ₹40.54 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects
PAIMANA web platform monitors 1,847 ongoing Central Sector infrastructure projects worth ₹40.54 lakh crore with 54.18% expenditure achieved.
Performance Monitoring Dashboard tracks 165 indicators acro
India's Healthcare Achievements: 45.5 Crore Ayushman Cards Issued
Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY provided Rs 1.92 lakh crore coverage for 12.69 crore hospitalizations since 2018, with 45.5 crore health cards issued.
National Health Mission improved maternal mortality to 87/
Indian Agriculture Sector Transformation 2014-2026
Indian agriculture GVA grew from ₹20.94 lakh crore to ₹52.08 lakh crore between 2014-15 and 2025-26 with budget allocation increasing fivefold.
Foodgrain production increased from 265.05 to 376.56 mil
MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 Passed
Parliament passed MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 updating 2006 Act to align with sector needs.
Key reforms include mandatory TReDS platform payments for CPSEs, faster dispute resolution timeline
India Financial Inclusion Progress Report 2026
India's RBI Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026, up from 43.4 in 2017, showing broad-based progress across access, usage and quality dimensions.
PMJDY accounts reached 1.11 crore new
Indian Judiciary e-Courts Project Digital Transformation
Indian government's e-Courts Mission Mode Project has digitized judiciary with 753 crore pages of court records digitized since 2014.
Project achieved 1,806 e-Sewa Kendras, 4.18 crore remote hearings,
India Approves ₹23,731 Crore GOBARdhan Bioenergy Scheme
Union Cabinet approves National Circular Bioenergy Scheme GOBARdhan with ₹23,731 crore outlay to boost domestic Compressed Biogas production.
Scheme establishes administered CBG price of ₹2,110/MMBTU
India Launches ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Scheme
Government announces ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme to boost domestic production capacity to 7.5 lakh TEUs annually.
Scheme aims to reduce India's dependence on importing 2 mi
India Hosts 60% Global Wild Asian Elephants
India hosts 60% of world's wild Asian elephants with population estimated at 22,446 across 33 reserves and 150 corridors.
Project Elephant implements conservation through DNA monitoring, 80,777 km² re
GeM Transforms Public Procurement with ₹20L Cr+ GMV
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has facilitated cumulative procurement worth over ₹20 lakh crore through its digital platform.
Over 11 lakh registered Micro and Small Enterprises executed 51+ lakh orde
India's GI Tag Ecosystem Drives Economic Growth
Government backgrounder details India's Geographical Indication (GI) tag system protecting 607 registered products since 2014, with Uttar Pradesh leading with 81 GI tags.
GI registration fees reduced
CPGRAMS Transforms Public Grievance Redressal with Digital Innovation
CPGRAMS handles 27 lakh annual grievances with 15-day average resolution time, down from 157 days in 2014.
Platform integrates AI, supports 22 languages, and connects 1.09 lakh grievance officers acro
India Digital Economy Contributes 12-14% to GDP
India's digital economy contributes 12-14% to GDP, projected to reach 20% in a decade, making it the world's fifth-largest digitalized economy.
Electronics production grew 7-fold to ₹13.11 lakh crore
India's Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 46x Since 2016
Government backgrounder details India's EV ecosystem growth with sales increasing 46 times from 50,000 units in 2016 to 2.3 million in 2025.
Multiple policy schemes drive adoption including PM E-DRIVE
India Infrastructure Transformation 12-Year Progress Report
Public capital expenditure surged from ₹2 lakh crore in FY15 to ₹12.2 lakh crore in FY27, driving nationwide infrastructure expansion across transport, housing, and utilities.
Railway electrification
India Handloom Sector 2026: 3.52M Workers, ₹1,331Cr Exports
India's handloom sector employs 3.52 million workers with 72% women participation and generated ₹1,331 crore exports in 2025-26.
Government allocated ₹405 crore for NHDP and RMSS schemes in 2026-27, s
India Leads Global Ship Recycling with 35.4% Market Share
India became world's top ship recycling nation in 2025 with 35.4% global market share, up from 30.1% in 2024.
Ship recycling volume grew nearly 60% to 2.99 million gross tons, achieving Maritime India
India Approves 5,000 MW Floating Solar Scheme
Indian government approved ₹5,070 crore Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana to develop 5,000 MW floating solar capacity with 10,000 MWh energy storage.
India's solar capacity reached 162.15 GW by June
India Achieves Naxal-Free Status After Decade-Long Campaign
India declared effectively free from Left-Wing Extremism with zero LWE-affected districts by March 2026, down from 126 in 2014.
Violence reduced sharply with incidents falling from 870 in 2014 to 33 i
Union Cabinet Approves ₹36,441 Crore Khelo India Revamp
Union Cabinet approves revamped Khelo India Scheme with ₹36,441 crore outlay for 2026-27 to 2030-31 to create athlete development pathway from grassroots to global excellence.
Scheme has established 3
PM-VBRY Scheme Creates 72 Lakh Formal Jobs in First Year
PM-VBRY scheme with ₹99,446 crore outlay aims to generate 3.5 crore formal jobs over two years through EPFO-linked incentives.
Scheme provides one-time ₹15,000 incentive to first-time employees and ₹3
India Launches ₹84,084 Crore Offshore Hydrocarbon Exploration Scheme
Government approves Samudra Manthan scheme with ₹84,084 crore Phase-I outlay to accelerate offshore hydrocarbon exploration until FY 2030–31.
Scheme targets adding over 600 MMTOE reserves and raising
Defence Ministry Notifies Sixth Indigenisation List of 405 Items
DDP notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List comprising 405 strategically important items with an estimated business potential of Rs 3,070 crore.
The list includes 16 ICG items and 389 DPSU ite
Acutaas Chemicals Receives ECMS Incentive Approval
Acutaas Chemicals received approval for a government incentive package under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
The company is eligible for incentives up to 25% of its ₹119.12 cror
India Hosts BRICS Youth Council Summit Ministers
India hosts BRICS Youth Council Meeting and Youth Summit in Gandhinagar on August 19-20, 2026.
BRICS Youth Ministers' Meeting scheduled for August 22, 2026 in Visakhapatnam to adopt joint statement.
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NICDIT Reviews Industrial Corridor Progress, 469 Plots Allotted
The Apex Monitoring Authority of NICDIT reviewed progress of 20 industrial corridor projects across 13 states, with 134 units already in production.
469 plots covering 5,348 acres have been allotted,
MSME Ministry Participates in Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign
Ministry of MSME organized a program on 13 August 2026 to promote patriotism and national unity through the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.
Secretary distributed National Flags to officials and encouraged
MeitY Approves 31 New ECMS Projects Worth ₹6,844 Crore
MeitY approved 31 new projects under ECMS with ₹6,844 crore investment, expected to create 9,588 direct jobs.
Total ECMS approvals now stand at 106 projects with ₹69,548 crore investment generating 74
ECI Launches Electoral Literacy Clubs 2.0 Initiative
Election Commission launched ELC 2.0 to promote electoral literacy among students across India's educational institutions.
The initiative targets 15 lakh schools with 25 crore students and 70,000 high
MSDE Kaushal Manthan Conference on ITI Transformation
MSDE convened a regional conference of Skill Ministers in Kolkata to strengthen Centre-State coordination for industry-aligned skilling.
Ministers discussed PM-SETU scheme implementation to transform
DFS PSB Confluence 2026 Focuses on Banking Reforms
DFS hosts two-day PSB Confluence 2026 with PSBs and PFIs to deliberate on seven strategic themes for banking sector reforms.
Finance Minister highlights banking sector strength from low NPAs and annou
Tech-Driven Pension Services Save Resources, Says Minister
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized technology-driven pension services' efficiency and resource savings at the 9th National ANUBHAV Awards ceremony.
The ANUBHAV initiative has collected over 14,000 experien
Sangeeta Das NFSC Fellowship Supports Semiconductor Research
Ministry of Social Justice highlights NFSC fellowship supporting Scheduled Caste scholar Sangeeta Das's PhD journey.
Das received ₹31,000 monthly fellowship from November 2020 while managing research,
Satish Kumar Swachhta Udyami Yojana Self-Employment Success
Ministry of Social Justice highlights Swachhta Udyami Yojana success through Satish Kumar's transition from contractual sanitation work to self-employment.
Kumar received ₹5.91 lakh bank loan and ₹3.6
Shivraj Chouhan Leads Sapt Dhara Pledge for Agriculture
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will administer a 'Sapt Dhara of Shakti' pledge to ministry officials on August 18 at Pusa campus.
The meeting aims to create a roadmap for agriculture and rural d
Shivraj Chouhan Leads Sapt Dhara Pledge for Rural Development
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to administer 'Sapt Dhara of Shakti' pledge on August 18 focusing on agriculture and rural development roadmap.
Government aims to expand Lakhpati Didi program fro
India UDISE+ 2025-26 School Education Progress Report
UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers 14.67 lakh schools, 1.03 crore teachers, and 24.72 crore students, showing improved educational metrics.
Gross Enrolment Ratio reached 71.7% at Secondary stage with favora
Fisheries Department Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Sector Achievements
Department of Fisheries celebrated 80th Independence Day, highlighting sector's role in providing livelihoods to 3 crore people.
India ranks as world's second-largest fish producer with 8% global outp
Vice President Addresses Central University Tamil Nadu Convocation
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed 1,103 graduates at Central University of Tamil Nadu's 11th convocation ceremony.
He emphasized education reform beyond exams, advocating for independent thi
Garware Technical Fibres FY26 BRSR Report
Garware Technical Fibres submitted its mandatory Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26 to BSE and NSE.
The standalone report details ESG performance including 48% reduction
India Hosts BRICS Environment Working Group Meeting
Senior BRICS officials met in New Delhi to discuss environmental priorities under India's 2026 chairship.
The meeting focused on four key areas: sustainable lifestyles, afforestation, circular economy
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on National Unity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam on social media emphasizing collective resolve and unity.
The post highlights unity of minds and mutual cooperation as foundational for India
Amit Shah Inaugurates ₹5,755 Crore Rajasthan Projects
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated 944 development projects worth ₹5,755 crore across 15 districts of Rajasthan.
Shah unveiled a 21-foot statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee costing ₹1.5 cr
Ruby Devi's Grocery Business Transformation via SJY Support
Ruby Devi transitioned from daily-wage labor earning ₹2,000-3,000 monthly to operating a grocery store with ₹15,000-20,000 monthly income through government livelihood schemes.
She received total fina
NFSC Fellowship Aids Priyanga G's Ph.D. Research
Ministry of Social Justice highlights NFSC fellowship supporting Priyanga G's Ph.D. research.
Fellowship provided ₹10,000-15,000 for research materials and enabled international conference attendance.
Jitendra Singh Calls for National Diabetes Prevention Priority
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh advocates making diabetes prevention a national priority, noting rural India's growing diabetes burden.
RSSDI launches Rural Outreach Digital Portal and VISHWAS Diabet
Ministry of Mines 8th Critical Mineral Blocks Roadshow
Ministry of Mines organizing roadshow for 8th tranche auction of 20 critical mineral blocks in Patna on August 17, 2026.
Auction includes 3 Mining Lease and 17 Composite Licence blocks covering Graphi
VP Highlights Higher Education Expansion Since 2014
Vice President addressed SRMIST convocation, highlighting significant expansion of India's higher education infrastructure since 2014.
Noted establishment of 16 IIITs, 8 Central Universities, 8 IIMs,
Government Outlines Essential Medicine Availability Measures
Government implements Free Drugs Service Initiative under NHM to provide free essential medicines in public health facilities, reducing patient out-of-pocket expenditure.
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Dev
West Bengal PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra Coverage Report
PMBI confirms no proposal received from West Bengal for 469 new Jan Aushadhi Kendras expansion.
West Bengal has 1,014 operational JAKs with 715 located across 217 blocks as of June 2026.
128 out of 34
PMBJP Reaches 20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras by June 2026
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers reported 20,149 PMBJP Jan Aushadhi Kendras operational nationwide as of June 30, 2026.
Uttar Pradesh leads with 4,226 Kendras, followed by Karnataka (1,720) a
PM Janaushadhi Kendras Reach 20,149 with ₹37,200 Crore Savings
20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras operational nationwide with 1,833 in Kerala, offering 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items.
PMBJP generated ₹7,873.85 crore sales over five years, saving citizens approxi
PM Modi Urges Indian Pharma Top-Five Global Entry
PM Modi calls for Indian pharma companies to rank among world's top five during Independence Day address.
Emphasizes building globally recognized Indian brands across pharmaceuticals, consulting, and
Pharma PLI Schemes Disburse ₹7,013 Crore Till March 2026
The PLI Scheme for Pharmaceuticals has disbursed ₹6,659 crore from its ₹15,000 crore outlay since its performance period began in FY 2022-23.
The PLI Scheme for Bulk Drugs has disbursed only ₹87.70 cr
Himachal Pharma MSMEs Receive ₹85.35 Crore Government Support
Government approved ₹37.4 crore grants for two common facility projects in Solan's pharmaceutical cluster under APICF sub-scheme.
Released ₹19.53 crore to Welzo R&D for completed testing laboratory an
Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park ₹1000 Crore Status Update
Department of Pharmaceuticals sanctioned ₹1000 crore for Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park development in Haroli, Una district.
Infrastructure progress includes 60% completion of water systems and 10-12
Odisha Excluded from Central Bulk Drug Park Scheme
The Cabinet approved a scheme in March 2020 to establish three Bulk Drug Parks to reduce manufacturing costs through shared infrastructure.
Thirteen states submitted proposals, with Gujarat, Himachal
Bulk Drugs PLI Scheme: ₹87.7 Cr Incentives Disbursed
48 projects approved under PLI Scheme for Bulk Drugs with ₹6,940 crore outlay, of which ₹87.70 crore incentives disbursed as of March 2026.
Production capacity created for 28 APIs/KSMs/DIs with 18 API
Government Explains Medicine Price Regulation Framework
The Department of Pharmaceuticals details drug price regulation under DPCO 2013, where NPPA sets ceiling prices for scheduled formulations and retail prices for new drugs.
Out-of-pocket health expendi
India Medical Device Industry to Reach $250B by 2047
FICCI-DUA Consulting report projects India's medical device market to grow from $14B to $250B by 2047.
Report highlights need for world-class maintenance ecosystem alongside manufacturing growth throu
PM Janaushadhi Bihar FY26: 410 Kendras, ₹219cr Sales
Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana opened 410 Kendras in Bihar during FY 2025-26, including 309 in rural areas and 3 in government hospitals.
Sales of ₹219.18 crore generated estimated ci
Department of Pharmaceuticals Hosts 9th India Medical Device 2026
Department of Pharmaceuticals and FICCI hosting 9th India Medical Device conference on August 7-8, 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
Conference themed 'Towards Viksit Bharat: Advancing India as Global
Nadda Releases AI in MedTech Knowledge Paper
Union Minister J P Nadda released a knowledge paper on AI in MedTech at the India Medical Device 2026 conference.
The report outlines five priorities for accelerating responsible AI adoption in Indian
Nadda Chairs Medical Device CEO Roundtable 2026
Union Minister JP Nadda chaired a CEO roundtable with 40+ MedTech leaders to strengthen India's medical device ecosystem.
Discussions focused on promoting domestic manufacturing, innovation, investmen
India Medical Device 2026 Conference Focuses on Global Hub
Department of Pharmaceuticals and FICCI organized the 9th India Medical Device 2026 conference to advance India as a global medical technology manufacturing hub.
Secretary Manoj Joshi emphasized trans
NPPA Regulates 935 Essential Medicine Prices
NPPA regulates drug prices under DPCO 2013, with ceiling prices effective for 935 formulations and retail prices fixed for 3,845 new drugs.
Annual WPI-based price revisions show 0.65% increase for 202
PMBJP Medicine Sales Reach ₹4,274 Crore Over Two Years
PMBJP achieved total sales of ₹4,274.66 crore at MRP during FY2024-25 and FY2025-26, with ₹2,252.19 crore in the most recent year.
77 Jan Aushadhi Kendras operational in Himachal Pradesh as of June 20
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Development Vision
Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day speech sets the national goal of building a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, backed by a 12-year track record of economic growth.
Key achievements includ
PM Modi Announces AI Skilling, Nuclear Power, Semiconductor Plants
PM Modi announced AI skilling for 1 crore youth and a new target of 6 crore Lakhpati Didis to boost rural economy.
India targets 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047 with five new reactors planned wi
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Economic Roadmap
PM Modi's Independence Day address outlined a comprehensive economic vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047 through seven strategic pillars including manufacturing, technology, and green economy.
The speech
PM Modi Pays Homage to Gandhi at Rajghat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on August 15, 2026.
Modi emphasized the nation will continue drawing inspiration from Gandhi's vision and work.
The Prime Minister
PM Modi Extends Independence Day Greetings to Nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Independence Day greetings, honoring freedom fighters' sacrifices.
The message emphasizes collective national progress toward building a developed India (Viksit B
Modi's 2047 Viksit Bharat Vision Outlined
PM Modi outlines India's vision to become a developed Viksit Bharat by 2047, citing unprecedented progress over the last 12 years.
Highlights semiconductor manufacturing progress with plants started,
PM Modi Highlights India's 60% Wild Elephant Population
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated World Elephant Day, celebrating India's ecological heritage.
India hosts over 60% of the world's wild Asian elephant population across 33 Elephant Reserves.
M
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse Praising Youth
PM Modi shared a Sanskrit verse on X highlighting the power of winning hearts through vision, thoughts, words, and actions.
The Prime Minister praised Indian youth as both the future and the greatest
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision
PM Modi presents a comprehensive vision to transform India into a developed nation by 2047, citing 25 crore citizens lifted from poverty and economic transformation.
Major policy announcements include
PM Modi Commemorates Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorates Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, recalling the suffering and resilience of affected individuals.
PM pays tribute to those who rebuilt lives and contributed
PM Modi Releases Former President Kovind Autobiography
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released former President Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography 'Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles' at Vigyan Bhavan.
The autobiography details Kovind's jour
India's 12-Year Transformation Progress Highlights
PM Modi highlights India's 12-year transformation across manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and energy security with specific growth metrics.
Defense production increased 4x, mobile production 35x
PM Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision with Economic Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined the vision for a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, citing economic transformation including 25 crore citizens lifted from poverty and the economy becoming
PM Modi Shares VP Article on Viksit Bharat 2047
PM Modi shared Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan's article commemorating India's 80th Independence Day.
The article recalls the VP's visit to Andaman Islands honoring freedom fighters' sacrifices.
It
PM Modi Thanks World Leaders for Independence Day Wishes
PM Modi expressed gratitude to world leaders for their Independence Day wishes via social media posts.
Acknowledgments were made to leaders from Bhutan, Slovakia, Maldives, France, Nepal, Cyprus, Guya
PM Modi Endorses GeM's Public Procurement Transformation
PM Narendra Modi shared Union Minister Piyush Goyal's article detailing Government e-Marketplace (GeM) achievements.
GeM strengthened Ease of Doing Business over 10 years through transparent procureme
PM Modi Praises President Murmu's Independence Day Address
PM Narendra Modi commended President Droupadi Murmu's address on the eve of India's 80th Independence Day.
The Prime Minister stated her thoughts reflect the nation's strength and aspirations of every
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Selfless Service
Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a Sanskrit Subhashitam on X, emphasizing the virtue of selfless service and working for others' welfare without expectation.
The verse compares the moon's natural i
PM Modi Attends IIT Delhi 57th Convocation Ceremony
PM Narendra Modi physically attended IIT Delhi's 57th convocation, expressing satisfaction after previous virtual participation during COVID.
Modi urged graduates to dream big, embrace challenges, and
PM Modi Commemorates Quit India Movement Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to participants of the historic Quit India Movement on its anniversary.
Modi acknowledges Mahatma Gandhi's leadership in energizing India's freedom struggle a
PM Modi Shares Asiatic Lion Conservation Success Article
PM Modi shared an article by Minister Bhupender Yadav on Asiatic lion population recovery and habitat expansion.
The article highlights government commitment and community participation in wildlife co
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Truthful Information
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit verse emphasizing dissemination of truthful and authentic information.
The verse calls for hearing and seeing auspicious things that empower people and b
PM Modi Urges Participation in Har Ghar Tiranga
Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for enthusiastic public participation in the Har Ghar Tiranga movement to build a developed India.
The campaign is dedicated to Vande Mataram on its 150th anniversar
PM Modi, US VP Vance Discuss Strategic Partnership
PM Modi and US VP Vance reviewed progress in India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership during a phone call.
Leaders reaffirmed commitment to strengthen cooperation in trade, defence, critica
PM Modi Condoles Chamba Mishap Fatalities
PM Narendra Modi expressed condolences for lives lost in a mishap in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
The Prime Minister stated his thoughts are with bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to injured.
PM Modi Interacts with India's Commonwealth Games Champions
PM Modi hosts Indian Commonwealth Games athletes, praising their achievements and role in inspiring youth.
Athletes share emotional stories of overcoming injuries and family problems to win medals for
PM Modi Addresses IIT Delhi Convocation on Viksit Bharat
PM Modi delivered the convocation address at IIT Delhi, focusing on India's technological self-reliance and youth's role in national development.
Announced ₹1 lakh crore funding for research through N
PM Modi Addresses IIT Delhi Convocation on Self-Reliance
PM Modi addressed IIT Delhi's 57th convocation, emphasizing national self-reliance and youth empowerment as foundations for Viksit Bharat.
He highlighted emerging sectors including space, semiconducto
PM Modi Celebrates National Handloom Day
Prime Minister Modi greeted the nation on National Handloom Day, celebrating India's handloom heritage.
He praised weavers and artisans for preserving traditions through generations of craftsmanship.
PM Modi Interacts with Commonwealth Games Champions
PM Modi interacts with Commonwealth Games athletes, highlighting India's growing sports culture and international recognition.
Athletes credit Khelo India Scheme and Sports Authority of India for enab
PM Modi to Inaugurate IIT Delhi AI Supercomputing Facility
PM Modi to address IIT Delhi's 57th convocation ceremony on August 8, 2026 as chief guest.
Will present prestigious gold medals including President's Gold Medal to 587 PhD scholars among 3000 graduate
PM Modi Endorses India's Self-Reliant Med-Tech Growth
PM Modi shared an article highlighting India's growing self-reliant med-tech ecosystem driven by domestic manufacturing.
The growth is attributed to reduced import dependence and government schemes li
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse on Spiritual Development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing spiritual development and its role in fostering service and dedication.
The post connects spiritual growth to nation-building, st
PM Modi Urges National Handloom Day Social Media Promotion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for public celebration of National Handloom Day on August 7th through social media engagement.
Citizens encouraged to share videos featuring handloom products and GR
PM Modi Inaugurates Vivekananda Cultural Centre Mysuru
PM Modi inaugurated Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre in Mysuru, highlighting its significance in inspiring youth.
He emphasized youth energy driving initiatives like Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Mak
PM Modi Shares Sanskrit Verse Praising Indian Youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam on social media applauding India's youth.
The verse emphasizes knowledge purification through continuous effort and dedicated practice.
Modi
PM Modi Marks Seven Years of Article 370 Abrogation
PM Narendra Modi commemorates the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35(A) from Jammu and Kashmir.
The government claims wide-ranging transformation in infrastructure, education
PM Modi Praises India's 39-Medal CWG 2026 Performance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Indian athletes for winning 39 medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
India secured 13 gold medals among its total haul, with athletes displaying
PM Modi Shares Article on National Handloom Day
PM Narendra Modi shared Union Minister Giriraj Singh's article celebrating National Handloom Day and India's textile heritage.
The article positions handloom as one of India's greatest civilizational
PM Modi Congratulates Jadumani Singh Boxing Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Jadumani Singh Mandengbam for winning a silver medal in Men's 55 kg Boxing at Commonwealth Games 2026.
Modi praised the athlete's success as a reflection of
PM Modi Congratulates Praveen Chithravel's CWG Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Praveen Chithravel for winning a silver medal in Men's Triple Jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The Prime Minister noted that Chithravel achieved
PM Modi Launches Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan
Prime Minister Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' via video conference on August 2, 2026.
The campaign aims to create drug-free youth for a developed India, calling
PM Modi Congratulates Unnati Sharma's Commonwealth Judo Bronze
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Unnati Sharma for winning a bronze medal in Women's 63 kg Judo at Commonwealth Games 2026.
The PM praised Sharma's visible commitment and determinati
PM Modi Congratulates Narender Berwal Boxing Silver
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Narender Berwal for winning a Silver medal in Men’s 90+ kg Boxing at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
The Prime Minister lauded Berwal's display of immense coura
PM Modi Launches 100-Week Anti-Drug Youth Campaign
PM Narendra Modi launched the 100-week 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' targeting youth substance abuse prevention.
The campaign expands from a Kashi pilot to national scale with 12
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Pingali Venkayya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to freedom fighter Pingali Venkayya on his 150th birth anniversary.
Modi recognized Venkayya's role in designing the Indian Tricolour national flag.
The trib
PM Modi Launches 100-Week National Youth Anti-Drug Campaign
PM Modi launched the nationwide Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan targeting drug-free youth for India's development, with over 1 crore participants from 28,000 locations.
The 100-week campaign will feature week
PM Modi Launches ₹18,000 Crore Andhra Pradesh Projects
PM Modi inaugurated development projects worth ₹18,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh, including a new airport named after Alluri Sitarama Raju.
Key projects include a semiconductor plant in Visakhapatnam, r
PM Modi Launches 100-Week Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign
PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', a 100-week nationwide campaign against substance abuse starting August 2, 2026.
Weekly Sunday activities include sports, walkathon
PM Modi Inaugurates ₹17,900 Crore Andhra Pradesh Projects
PM Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multi-sector development projects worth ₹17,900 crore in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on aviation, connectivity, and energy.
Key projects include Bhogapu
PM Modi Congratulates Yash Vir Singh's Commonwealth Bronze
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Yash Vir Singh for winning a bronze medal in the Men's Javelin event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Modi praised Singh's impressive throw
PM Modi Inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre
PM Modi inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre (Viveka Smaraka) in Mysuru, emphasizing youth development and cultural preservation.
Highlighted India's economic growth driven by youth
PM Modi Inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre
PM Modi inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre in Mysuru, emphasizing youth empowerment and cultural preservation.
Highlighted India's youth-driven economic achievements including fas
Modi Inaugurates Bhogapuram International Airport Andhra Pradesh
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh.
The NDA government is focusing on Andhra Pradesh's development through blue economy, port
Government Outlines Child Online Safety Framework
Government details comprehensive legal framework including IT Act 2000, IT Rules 2021, and DPDP Act 2023 for child online protection.
NCPCR conducted nationwide study with 5,811 participants on effect
Ministry of WCD Mission Shakti Schemes Implementation Update
Ministry of WCD implements three centrally sponsored schemes: Mission Shakti for women safety/empowerment, Saksham Anganwadi for nutrition, and Mission Vatsalya for child welfare.
Mission Shakti's Sam
Ministry Issues 2024 National Creche Standards
Ministry of WCD issued National Minimum Standards and Protocol in 2024 for setting up creches by service providers.
Anganwadi-cum-Creche scheme provides daycare for children aged 6 months to 6 years w
PM Modi Announces 6 Crore Lakhpati Didi Target
PM Modi announced surpassing the 3 crore Lakhpati Didi target and set a new goal of 6 crore rural women entrepreneurs.
The Prime Minister emphasized women's growing economic empowerment and their expa
India-Liberia Women Development Cooperation Meeting
WCD Minister Annpurna Devi met Liberian parliamentary delegation on South-South peer learning mission from August 10-15, 2026.
Delegation briefed on India's legislative and programmatic initiatives fo
Ministry Introduces 4,172 Anganwadi-cum-Creches Under Palna
Ministry of WCD introduced Anganwadi-cum-Creches under Palna Scheme from April 2022 for children aged 6 months to 6 years.
Scheme provides daycare, nutrition, health monitoring with 60:40 center-state
Annpurna Devi Urges Indian Handloom Adoption
Union Minister Annpurna Devi appeals for public adoption of Indian handloom products to support weaver livelihoods and cultural heritage.
The Minister encourages sharing handloom product videos on soc
Ministry Introduces Poshan Tracker Digital Monitoring Tool
Ministry of Women and Child Development launched Poshan Tracker application for monitoring Anganwadi services and beneficiary authentication.
NITI Aayog evaluation found multi-dimensional impact on nu
Ministry Allocates Anganwadi Water, Toilet Funds
Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 is a Centrally Sponsored scheme implemented by State Governments and UTs.
Funds of ₹17,000 per center are provided for drinking water and ₹36,000 for toilet co
Ministry of Women and Child Development Nutrition Initiatives Update
Ministry rolled out Poshan Tracker digital application for monitoring nutrition services at Anganwadi Centers nationwide.
Two lakh Anganwadi Centers upgraded as Saksham Anganwadis with improved infras
Ministry Reports 15.2 Lakh Women Assisted via One Stop Centres
One Stop Centres have assisted over 15.20 lakh women nationwide since April 2015 through 991 operational centers providing integrated support services.
Uttar Pradesh has 124 operational OSCs assisting
Mission Shakti One Stop Centres Assist 15.2 Lakh Women
Mission Shakti's One Stop Centres have assisted over 15.20 lakh women affected by violence across India since April 2015.
Uttar Pradesh has 124 operational centres assisting 3.42 lakh women, with Main
India Gender Budget Allocation Rises 11.55% to ₹5.01 Lakh Crore
India's Gender Budget allocation increased 11.55% to ₹5.01 lakh crore for FY 2026-27, up from ₹4.49 lakh crore in previous year.
Gender Budget Cells established in 62 Central Ministries/Departments an
Government Reports 15.2 Lakh Women Assisted Through One Stop Centres
Ministry of WCD reports 991 One Stop Centres operational nationwide, assisting over 15.20 lakh women since April 2015.
Women Helpline (181) has provided support to over 1.04 crore women across India,
Minister Thakur Supports Women Entrepreneurs at Dhamnod Fair
Minister of State Savitri Thakur participated in a fair organized by women entrepreneurs Padma Patidar and Rajni Pattharwala in Dhamnod.
The event aimed to support local women entrepreneurs and showca
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme Improves Child Sex Ratio
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme addresses child sex ratio and girl child empowerment through multi-ministerial convergence.
Sex Ratio at Birth improved from 918 (2014-15) to 929 (2025-26) nationally pe
Ministry Reports 42.3% Women Own Houses in India
NFHS-5 survey shows 42.3% of women aged 15-49 own a house alone or jointly versus 60.1% of men.
Government schemes like PMAY mandate female ownership or co-ownership of houses allotted.
Department of
Ministry Launches Poshan Tracker Nutrition Monitoring App
Ministry of Women and Child Development launched Poshan Tracker digital application for monitoring nutrition outcomes under Mission Saksham Anganwadi.
Application enables near real-time data collectio
Ministry Issues Comprehensive Supplementary Nutrition Guidelines
Mission Poshan 2.0 provides supplementary nutrition to children, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and adolescent girls through THR, snacks, and hot meals.
Revised nutrition norms under NFSA 2013 now
Ministry Digitizes Adoption Process via Mission Vatsalya
Ministry of Women and Child Development mandates end-to-end digital processing of adoptions through integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya system.
795 Specialised Adoption Agencies approved under Mission
Mission Poshan 2.0 Evaluation Shows Improved Nutrition Outcomes
NITI Aayog's 2025 evaluation found Mission Poshan 2.0 effectively combats malnutrition through converged approach.
World Bank survey showed 81% exclusive breastfeeding rate and 80% nutrition message r
Ministry of Culture Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Participation
Ministry of Culture reports 8.24 crore Tiranga selfies uploaded during Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign from August 9-17.
Campaign celebrated 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram with mass singing events,
Modi Announces 6 Crore Lakhpati Didi Target
Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address highlighted women's growing economic and political participation in India's development.
The government surpassed its target of creating 3 crore Lakhpati
India Hosts BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting August 2026
India hosts 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi on August 18, 2026, preceded by senior officials meeting on August 17.
Four priority areas identified: sustainable lifestyles, affores
PM Modi Honors Atal Bihari Vajpayee Death Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary.
Modi remembered Vajpayee as an extraordinary statesman with remarkable vision who dedicated his lif
PM Modi Urges Indian Pharma to Enter Global Top Five
PM Modi calls for Indian pharma companies to rank among world's top five during Independence Day speech.
Emphasis on building globally recognized Indian brands across pharmaceuticals, consulting, and
Ministry Releases National ITDA/ITDP Strengthening Framework
Ministry of Tribal Affairs releases National Framework and Operational Guidelines for strengthening 217 Integrated Tribal Development Agencies/Projects across 19 States/UTs.
The framework results from
Agastya Energy Announces ₹7,800 Crore 12GW Solar Expansion
Agastya Green Energy announces ₹7,800 crore expansion into 12GW integrated ingot and wafer manufacturing in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
The project will create 3,500+ employment opportunities and complem
DAE-Nurtured Olympiad Achievers Honored at Independence Day
Indian students won 12 Gold and 7 Silver Medals at International Science and Mathematical Olympiads 2026.
Olympiad achievers attended 80th Independence Day at Red Fort as Special Guests of Government
Amit Shah Lays Foundation for ₹6,262 Crore Rajasthan Projects
Union Minister Amit Shah to lay foundation stone for a new dairy plant at Alwar Saras Dairy Complex on August 16, 2026.
E-inauguration of dairy processing plants, cattle feed plants, and development w
PM Modi Highlights 100 Crore Social Security Coverage
PM Modi announced India's social security coverage expanded from 25 crore to 100 crore people in the past decade.
Over 2.5 lakh startups registered under Startup India created new employment and entre
PM Modi Announces Olympics Talent Hunt and Employment Scheme
Prime Minister Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana, a Rs 1 lakh crore scheme to create 3.5 crore employment opportunities for youth.
A nationwide talent hunt for children aged
NABARD Launches RSVC-AMRIT Rural Innovation Platform
Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood launched NABARD's RSVC-AMRIT digital platform on August 15, 2025 to strengthen rural technology transfer.
The platform serves as digital backbone for
Aheesa Digital Innovations Achieves First-Pass Silicon Success
Aheesa Digital Innovations achieved first-pass silicon success with VIHAAN broadband chip using indigenous VEGA microprocessor.
The startup raised ₹40 crore from TNIFMC and private investors to accele
Lokpal of India Reaffirms Anti-Corruption Commitment
Lokpal of India celebrated 80th Independence Day with flag hoisting ceremony chaired by Justice Ajay Khanwilkar.
Institution emphasized commitment to clean, corruption-free governance and growing citi
PM Modi 2026 Independence Day Defence Self-Reliance Address
PM Modi's Independence Day address outlines 'Raksha Shakti' as a key pillar for Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing defence self-reliance.
Defence production has increased nearly fourfold and exports have
Modi Outlines Viksit Bharat Roadmap with 100GW Nuclear Target
PM Modi's 80th Independence Day address outlined a comprehensive roadmap for Viksit Bharat with focus on self-reliance across sectors.
Announced 100 gigawatts nuclear power capacity target and 8 new s
Ministry of Culture Launches Suryapath Tiranga Global Relay
Ministry of Culture organizes global Tiranga relay across 21 Indian Missions following sunrise path on Independence Day.
The initiative runs from 1:30 AM to 10:30 AM IST as part of Har Ghar Tiranga 20
Textiles Minister Inaugurates Handloom Experience Centre Janpath
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated Handloom Haat, a comprehensive handloom experience center at Janpath, New Delhi.
The inaugural showcase featured 24 award-winning weavers and 30+ bran
MCA Honors PMIS Partner Companies at Industry Awards
Ministry of Corporate Affairs hosted PMIS Industry Awards to recognize companies creating internship opportunities under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme pilot phase.
Mahindra & Mahindra won Overa
Finance Minister Interacts with PM Internship Scheme Participants
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman interacted with 86 PM Internship Scheme participants from 24 companies to discuss their experiences.
The scheme bridges classroom-industry gap by providing practica
MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 Passed for Mineral Sector Stability
Parliament passed MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 to provide long-term fiscal stability in major minerals sector without altering state rights.
States retain 90% of mining revenues including royalty, auction
National Council Reviews Senior Citizen Welfare Initiatives
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar chaired the 5th National Council for Senior Citizens meeting to review welfare policies and initiatives.
Council reviewed Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana implementation and
India Launches CBDC-Based Food Subsidy in Chandigarh, DNH
Government launches CBDC-based Direct Benefit Transfer for PMGKAY food subsidies in Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Subsidy transferred directly to Digital Rupee wallets for foodgrain purchases a
Lok Sabha Speaker Independence Day 80th Greetings
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extends formal greetings to the nation on India's 80th Independence Day.
Message highlights India's youth demographic with 65% population under age 35 as key national asset.
Indian Railways Conducts Tiranga Rally Independence Eve
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw led a Tiranga Rally at Rail Bhawan with senior officials participating.
Indian Railways is actively participating in nationwide 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign celebratin
Railways Minister Reviews Anand Vihar, Udhna Holding Areas
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed progress on Yatri Suvidha Kendras at Anand Vihar and Udhna stations to manage festival passenger rush.
Anand Vihar's facility will handle 4,000 passengers in
Ministry of Steel Open House on Import Issues
Ministry of Steel organizing Open House on August 21, 2026 to discuss steel import-related issues including SIMS, SARAL SIMS, and QCO exemptions.
Companies and associations must register by August 18,
MSDE Convenes India-Japan Skilling Stakeholder Consultation
MSDE convened a stakeholder consultation to strengthen India-Japan cooperation on skill development and workforce mobility.
Focus on implementing the 2025 Action Plan for Human Resource Exchange throu
Jal Jeevan Mission Achieves 82% Rural Tap Coverage
Jal Jeevan Mission increased rural household tap water coverage from 16.7% to 82.24% over seven years, providing connections to 12.68 crore additional households.
Mission extended until December 2028
HGS Q1 FY27 Revenue Rs 1,050 Cr, EBITDA Margin 9.7%
Hinduja Global Solutions reported Q1 FY27 revenue of Rs 1,050.4 crores with EBITDA margin compression to 9.7% due to legacy contract run-offs and AI investments.
The company added 19 new CX/digital lo
NITI Aayog Releases Professional Services Regulatory Report
NITI Aayog launched a report assessing India's regulatory framework for professional services and benchmarking it against foreign jurisdictions.
The report identifies key challenges and proposes a fou
Amrit Udyan Summer Edition Opens August 16
President Murmu inaugurated Amrit Udyan Summer Annuals Edition 2026 opening to public from August 16 to September 15.
Entry is free with mandatory online booking via visit.rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in, cl
Government Invests ₹10,397 Crore in Cultural Heritage
Government sanctioned ₹10,397 crore across multiple schemes including Swadesh Darshan (₹5,290 crore) and PRASHAD (₹1,727 crore) for tourism and heritage infrastructure development.
Archaeological Surv
FutureSkills PRIME Registers 34 Lakh Candidates, 13 Lakh Certified
FutureSkills PRIME program has registered over 34 lakh candidates with 13 lakh+ certified in emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity.
The program shows strong participation from Tier 2/3 citie
PM Vishwakarma Beneficiaries Attend Independence Day
Government invites 100 PM Vishwakarma beneficiaries from Delhi-NCR as special guests for 80th Independence Day ceremony at Red Fort.
Women artisans from traditional trades included, recognizing scheme
PM Modi Commemorates Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
Prime Minister Modi commemorates Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, recalling the suffering and displacement caused by the 1947 partition.
He honors those who rebuilt their lives and contributed to In
SGB 2019-20 Series III Redemption Price ₹15,310
RBI announces premature redemption for SGB 2019-20 Series III on August 14, 2026, the first eligible date after five years.
Redemption price set at ₹15,310 per unit, calculated as average of 999‑purit
India-Kenya Parliamentary Delegation Strengthens Bilateral Relations
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met Kenyan Parliamentary delegation to strengthen bilateral ties and historical relations dating back millennia.
Kenya supports India's candidature for permanent UNSC member
Social Justice Ministry Chairs Senior Citizens Council Meeting
Social Justice Minister chairs 5th National Council for Senior Citizens meeting to deliberate welfare issues.
Ministry launches SNEHA e-book showcasing senior citizen initiatives from October 2024 to
PM YASASVI Scholarship Supports OBC Student Engineering
Ministry of Social Justice highlights PM YASASVI scholarship success story of Prince Yadav.
₹1,15,400 financial assistance enabled OBC student to pursue B.Tech at MANIT Bhopal without loans.
Scholarsh
Tourism Ministry Sanctions ₹4045.76 Crore Iconic Projects
Ministry of Tourism sanctioned 40 projects across 23 states for ₹3295.76 crore under SASCI scheme in FY2024-25 with 100% central funding.
Three additional states received ₹250 crore each under amended
MHI Receives 20 Bids for Rare Earth Magnet Scheme
Ministry of Heavy Industries received 20 bids for establishing integrated sintered NdFeB rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing facilities under a Rs 7,280 crore scheme.
The scheme aims to create 6
PSA Office Launches S&T Clusters Annual Report 2025-26
Office of Principal Scientific Adviser launched Science and Technology Clusters Annual Report 2025-26 highlighting regional innovation ecosystems.
Report showcases technology translation progress incl
Amit Shah Promotes Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign
Union Home Minister Amit Shah hoisted the national flag at his residence as part of the government's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.
The campaign aims to strengthen patriotism and national pride among citi
India's 80th Independence Day Celebrations at Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lead 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, featuring first-time rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.
Approximately 5,000 special guests from various government schem
Jal Jeevan Mission Covers 75% Habitations with Sujal Gaon IDs
Sujal Gaon IDs issued to 12.68 lakh rural habitations, achieving 75% coverage under Jal Jeevan Mission's digital monitoring framework.
Sujalam Bharat DPI provides lifecycle management for rural water
SBM(G) Phase II Covers 5.63 Lakh Villages with Liquid Waste Management
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II has provided liquid waste management arrangements to 563,809 out of 586,944 villages as of August 7, 2026.
The program has created 4.3 million community greywa
NITI Aayog Identifies Four Key Global Manufacturing Sectors
NITI Aayog released a report identifying chemicals, textiles, telecom equipment, and solar PV as key sectors to position India as a global manufacturing hub.
The report provides sector-specific recomm
Health Ministry Launches Anemia Mukt Bharat Digital Platform
Union Health Ministry convened a national workshop with 160+ participants from states, UTs, and multiple ministries to strengthen anemia eradication efforts.
Launched revised Anemia Mukt Bharat Operat
Union Minister Approves ₹605.71 Crore Agricultural Funding
Union Agriculture Minister approved ₹340.59 crore for Rajasthan and ₹265.12 crore for Telangana under PMRKVY and Krishonnati Yojana schemes.
Rajasthan achieved 76.06% expenditure of initial ₹216.13 cr
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Adjourns, 12 Bills Passed
The 2026 Monsoon Session of Parliament adjourned sine die after 19 sittings over 25 days, with a productivity of 19% for Lok Sabha and 39% for Rajya Sabha.
Twelve Bills were passed by both Houses, inc
Government Funds Judiciary Infrastructure Development Scheme
Central Government implements Centrally Sponsored Scheme for District and Subordinate Courts infrastructure since 1993-94.
Scheme covers five components: Court Halls, Judicial Officers' Residences, La
India Nuclear Power Projects 8000 MW Capacity Addition
Department of Atomic Energy details eight nuclear power projects under construction with total 8000 MW capacity addition.
Rajasthan Atomic Power Project Unit 7 (700 MW) commenced commercial operation
MoES Details Climate Resilience and Forecasting Initiatives
MoES institutes monitor climate via IMD networks and NIOT ocean buoys, providing state-wise climate summaries and coastal vulnerability mapping.
INCOIS prepared a Coastal Vulnerability Index for entir
MoES Details Seismic and Weather Warning Systems
National Centre for Seismology operates 174 observatories for 24x7 earthquake monitoring using P-wave detection for early warnings.
IMD states no conclusive study on Himachal cloudburst increase but p
India Retrieves 662 Stolen Antiquities from Four Nations
Government reports retrieving 662 stolen Indian antiquities from abroad through diplomatic channels as of June 2026.
The USA accounts for the vast majority of returns with 589 antiquities, followed by
Mission Mausam Approved with ₹2000 Crore Budget
Government launched Mission Mausam with ₹2000 crore budget to enhance weather prediction and climate resilience.
Mission aims to deploy advanced radar systems, satellites, and high-performance computi
Ministry Reports 414 National Monuments Encroached
Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat disclosed in Rajya Sabha that 414 out of 3688 nationally protected monuments face encroachments.
The Archaeological Survey of India has completed geo-referencin
Indian Culture Portal 2.0 Enhances Digital Heritage Access
Ministry of Culture launched upgraded Indian Culture Portal Version 2.0 in March 2026 with modern architecture.
Portal now features 22 Indian languages via BHASHINI, AI chatbot Bharti, and Progressive
Ministry of Science & Technology Vigyan TECH 2026 Initiative
DBT organized Vigyan TECH 2026 exhibition featuring 100+ technologies from 14 government ministries and departments.
Event included technology transfers of 12 specific innovations across biotech, medi
IN-SPACe Authorizes 52 Entities for Space Activities
IN-SPACe has authorized 52 Non-Government Entities for space activities, including 18 startups, with 113 total authorizations granted.
Facilitation provided to startups includes launch access, testing
Indian Private Space Sector Growth and Launch Projections
India has 440 registered space technology startups with IN-SPACe granting 113 authorizations to 52 non-government entities.
IN-SPACe has authorized 18 startups for space activities including Agnikul C
Ministry of Tribal Affairs VDVK Clusters Cover 12.94 Lakh Beneficiaries
Ministry of Tribal Affairs has sanctioned 4,712 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras covering 12.94 lakh beneficiaries with ₹642.19 crore funding across 28 States/UTs.
Maximum ₹15 lakh provided per VDVK for setup c
Ministry Tribal Affairs EMRS Scheme 728 Schools Approved
Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements Eklavya Model Residential School scheme providing quality education to tribal students with 728 schools approved nationwide.
508 EMRS schools currently functional
Government Approves 4G Connectivity for Tribal Areas
Digital Bharat Nidhi approved mobile projects providing 4G connectivity to uncovered villages including tribal areas, with ₹2,183 crore disbursed across states.
Sasaram Lok Sabha constituency in Bihar
CPGRAMS Grievance Disposal Data for FY23-26
Parliamentary reply provides ministry-wise CPGRAMS grievance statistics showing 1.74 million received and 1.7 million disposed in FY24 with 106,024 pending.
Total grievances increased to 1.83 million
West Bengal 90,276 Civil Servants Onboarded iGOT Karmayogi
90,276 West Bengal civil servants onboarded on iGOT Karmayogi platform with 10,493 course completions recorded.
West Bengal government has not signed tripartite MoU under Mission Karmayogi despite eig
India Rural Tribal Welfare Schemes Progress Report
Direct fiscal transfers to gram panchayats increased from ₹2.36 lakh crore to ₹4.35 lakh crore under the 16th Finance Commission.
Over 15.91 crore households now have tap water coverage and 3.91 crore
PM Modi Releases Former President Kovind's Autobiography
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released former President Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography 'Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles' at Vigyan Bhawan.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla praised Kovi
Health Ministry Reviews TB Elimination Progress with MPs
Union Health Minister Nadda engaged with Jharkhand and Odisha MPs to strengthen TB elimination efforts through political leadership and community participation.
The 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan scr
Three Indian Sanchar Mitras Selected ITU Youth Envoys
DoT facilitated selection of three Indian Sanchar Mitras as ITU Generation Connect Youth Envoys for 2026-2030.
Ankit Kumar Pal, Manish Kumar Mandal, and Susmita Sain recognized for contributions to di
Government Launches CBDC-Based DBT in Two UTs
Government launches CBDC-based Direct Benefit Transfer for PMGKAY food subsidies in Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli on August 14, 2026.
Eligible beneficiaries will receive programmable Digital Rup
Textiles Ministry Inaugurates IIHT SUTRA 2026 Conclave
Ministry of Textiles organized IIHT SUTRA 2026, the first National Conclave of Indian Institutes of Handloom Technology, focusing on handloom education transformation.
Three strategic MoUs signed with
Ministry of Textiles Celebrates Women Weavers Event
Ministry of Textiles organizing 'Srijan: Voices from the Loom' event on August 13, 2026 at India Habitat Centre.
Event features 100+ women weavers from six handloom clusters sharing stories of resilie
Tribhuvan Cooperative University Launches 3 MBA, 5 Certificate Courses
Tribhuvan Cooperative University launched three new MBA programs in Cooperative Management, Banking, and Agribusiness during 2025-26.
The university designed five certificate courses for professional
Ministry of Cooperation Digital Reforms ₹2,925 Crore
Ministry computerised 63,686 PACS with ₹2,925 crore project, digitising ₹2.3L crore loans and 10.3 crore members.
NABARD implementing end-to-end digitisation through ePACS with Krishi Rin Portal integ
BBSSL Produces 75,535 MT Seeds Under Bharat Beej Brand
Ministry of Cooperation established BBSSL as apex seed organization under MSCS Act 2002 for production and distribution.
BBSSL introduced 124 seed varieties across 18 crops under Bharat Beej brand dur
Government Launches AI Language Initiatives for Tribal Education
Government initiates BharatGen multimodal LLM project at IIT Bombay to support all 22 scheduled languages with AI solutions.
BHASHINI platform hosts 360 AI language models and 246M parallel sentence p
India Announces National Biosecurity Preparedness Framework
Government outlines comprehensive biological threat response framework through NDMA guidelines and National Disaster Management Plan.
Health Ministry strengthens disease surveillance via IDSP program
UGC Funding Totals ₹90.05B Over Five Years
Ministry of Education released ₹90,051.94 crore to UGC from 2021-22 to 2025-26, with utilization rates exceeding 99% annually.
UGC allocated ₹73,148.65 crore to Central Universities and ₹2,743.04 cror
MHA Reports ₹11,158 Crore Saved from Cyber Fraud
Ministry of Home Affairs outlines comprehensive cyber crime prevention framework through Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) with multiple initiatives.
CFCFRMS system saved ₹11,158 crore from
Ministry Reports 32,114 Higher Education Posts Filled
Ministry of Education details governance structure for faculty recruitment across central and state higher education institutions.
Reports 32,114 posts filled in mission mode recruitment drives includ
NIELIT Digital University Reaches 2.7L Learners, SWAYAM Plus 6L Enrollments
Government launched NIELIT Digital University in October 2025 providing 100+ technology courses across 750 districts with 2.70 lakh registrations.
SWAYAM Plus platform offers 500+ employability-focuse
Ministry Reports 1.17 Lakh Schools Have Special Educators
Ministry of Education details state-wise availability of special educators for 2.21 million Children with Special Needs (CwSN) in Indian schools.
Samagra Shiksha scheme provides financial assistance f
MHA Unveils India's First National Counter Terrorism Policy
MHA launched 'PRAHAAR', India's first comprehensive national counter-terrorism policy on February 23, 2026.
The policy establishes a seven-pillar proactive framework including prevention, response, an
Shivraj Chouhan Leads 50,000 Sapling Plantation Drive
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a nationwide plantation drive with over 50,000 saplings planted across 31 states on Hariyali Amavasya.
The campaign was part of PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'
Indian Railways Approves ₹153 Crore ROB in Gujarat
Indian Railways sanctioned ₹153 crore for a 4-lane Road Over Bridge at Level Crossing No. 305 on the Geratpur-Ahmedabad section.
The project aims to eliminate waiting at the level crossing, ensuring u
Ministry Plants 50,000 Saplings Across 31 States
Ministry of Agriculture led nationwide plantation of over 50,000 saplings across 31 states on Hariyali Amavasya.
Campaign driven by Vriksh Mitra Parivar under PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative
PM RAHAT Scheme Benefits 22,481 Road Accident Victims
PM RAHAT scheme launched nationwide on 13.02.2026 provides ₹1.5 lakh medical coverage per victim for road accidents.
22,481 victims across 34 States/UTs have benefited from the scheme as of 31.07.2026
Ministry Introduces 4,172 Anganwadi-cum-Creches Under Palna
Ministry of WCD launched Anganwadi cum Creches under Palna Scheme from April 2022 for children aged 6 months to 6 years.
Scheme provides daycare, nutrition, health monitoring, and education with varie
Ministry Issues National Creche Standards and Protocol
Ministry of Women and Child Development issued National Minimum Standards and Protocol in 2024 for setting up creches with child protection compliance.
Anganwadi cum Creches scheme provides daycare fo
Govt Enhances POCSO Act with Support Persons
Government prioritizes child safety through the POCSO Act, amended in 2019 for stricter penalties including death.
POCSO Rules 2020 mandate Support Persons to assist child victims during legal process
MWCD Mission Shakti Schemes Assist 15.2M Women
MWCD implements three centrally sponsored schemes: Mission Shakti for women's safety, Saksham Anganwadi for nutrition, and Mission Vatsalya for child welfare.
Mission Shakti components have assisted o
National Quantum Mission 2025-26 Implementation Progress
Government reviews National Quantum Mission progress through governance mechanisms including Mission Governing Board and annual conclave.
Four Thematic Hubs operationalized with 14 Technical Groups an
MSDE Launches ₹530 Crore Skills Outcomes Fund
MSDE and NSDC announced a ₹530 crore Skills Outcomes Fund, shifting training funding to outcome-based payments linked to employment milestones.
Funding includes ₹225 crore from MSDE and ₹305 crore fro
PMKVY 4.0 Trains 5.44 Lakh in New-Age Technologies
PMKVY 4.0 has trained over 5.44 lakh candidates in future-oriented technologies like AI and drones as of June 2026.
The scheme has utilized ₹414.86 crore for new-age job roles and mandates industry-al
MSDE NAPS-2 Apprenticeship Stipend Disbursement Hits ₹1,573 Crore
Government disbursed ₹1,573.46 crore in stipend support under NAPS-2 apprenticeship scheme from 2023-24 to 2026-27 via DBT mechanism.
Women's apprenticeship participation increased from 7.74% in FY17
MSDE Integrates AI into National Skilling Ecosystem
Government launched Skill India Digital Hub with SOAR program, achieving 517,477 AI course enrollments and 100,664 certifications as of August 2026.
PMKVY 4.0 trained 544,383 candidates in future-skil
MSDE Details AI and Emerging Tech Skilling Initiatives
MSDE outlines Skill India Mission programs like PMKVY and NAPS to bridge skill gaps in AI, robotics, and automation through 36 industry-led Sector Skill Councils.
NCVET has approved 10,209 industry-al
India Allocates ₹1 Lakh Crore for R&D Innovation Fund
Government outlines six major R&D schemes with total budget exceeding ₹1 lakh crore for AI, quantum, semiconductors, and biotechnology.
Gross R&D expenditure increased to 0.84% of GDP in 2023-24, reac
India Launches Anemia Mukt Bharat 7X7X7 Framework
Government releases new Anemia Mukt Bharat operational guidelines with upgraded 7X7X7 strategy replacing previous 6X6X6 approach.
Program targets seven beneficiary groups including children, pregnant
Government Announces Healthcare Cost Reduction Initiatives
AB PM-JAY provides ₹5 lakh annual health cover to 12 crore vulnerable families and 6 crore senior citizens aged 70+.
1.87 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs operationalized nationwide to deliver comprehensi
Women STEM Researchers Reach 29% Participation in 2023-24
Government reports women's participation in STEM research careers increased from 13% in 2000-01 to 29% in 2023-24 through DST statistics.
Multiple studies identified structural barriers including care
INSPIRE Programme Supported 242,867 Students in 2025-26
INSPIRE Programme nurtures scientific talent through four components: MANAK for school innovation, SHE scholarships, PhD fellowships, and faculty fellowships.
Annual support includes 49,805 MANAK inno
Government Outlines Maternal Health and Nutrition Initiatives
Government provides free delivery services including caesarean sections, drugs, diagnostics, and transportation through Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram.
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana offers ₹5,
PM National Dialysis Programme Covers 751 Districts
PMNDP operates 1,856 dialysis centres with 13,535 machines across all 36 states/UTs covering 751 districts.
Programme implementation based on state proposals through NHM's Programme Implementation Pla
FSSAI Strengthens Food Safety with 259 Labs, 305 Mobile Units
FSSAI notified 259 NABL-accredited labs and 24 referral labs for food testing, alongside 305 mobile units for on-the-spot checks.
47 state food testing labs upgraded under SoFTeL scheme to enhance ana
India Medical Colleges and Seats Surge 118-176%
Government reports 118.6% growth in medical colleges, from 387 pre-2014 to 846 currently.
MBBS seats increased 172.4% to 139,864 and PG seats rose 176.9% to 86,360 since 2014.
Approved ₹12,949 crore f
INSPIRE-SHE Scholarship Scheme Achieves Annual Targets
Ministry of Science & Technology confirms annual scholarship targets met under INSPIRE-SHE scheme for higher education research.
Uttar Pradesh had highest selections (61,165) and applications (44,628)
Health Ministry Menstrual Hygiene Scheme Implementation Details
Union Health Ministry implements Menstrual Hygiene Scheme for adolescent girls through National Health Mission funding.
Scheme focuses on awareness generation, affordable sanitary napkins access, and
Health Minister Nadda Chairs TB Elimination Meeting with MPs
Union Health Minister J P Nadda chaired a meeting with MPs from Karnataka and Kerala to accelerate TB elimination efforts under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
The 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan screene
NM-ICPS Mission Achieves 1100+ Technologies with ₹3660 Crore
DST's NM-ICPS mission with ₹3660 crore outlay established 25 Technology Innovation Hubs across premier institutions.
Mission developed 1100+ technologies, 1300+ products, and incubated 1130+ startups
Government Rural Tech Projects Impact 33,700 Farmers
DST and CSIR implemented rural technology projects benefiting over 33,700 farmers through aromatic crop cultivation and training programs.
CSIR's Aroma Mission covered 689 farmers across 65+ hectares
ICMR S.H.I.N.E. 2026 Science Outreach for 30,000 Students
ICMR organizes second edition of S.H.I.N.E. 2026 program across 83 locations nationwide on August 11-12, 2026.
Approximately 30,000 students from Grades 9-12 will participate in laboratory tours and i
ICMR SHINE 2026 Engages 30,000 Students in Health Research
ICMR launched SHINE 2026 program across 83 locations nationwide to expose school students to health research on August 11-12.
Approximately 30,000 students from Grades 9-12 will participate in laborat
Ministry Reports 100% IPHS Assessment, 64% Score Above 50%
All public healthcare facilities assessed via IPHS toolkit with 64% scoring above 50% as of June 2026.
Ministry provides technical and financial support to States/UTs under NHM for emergency and obste
India Records 20,138 Organ Transplants in 2025
India achieved a record 20,138 organ transplants in 2025, ranking third globally and first in living donor transplants.
Deceased donor transplants increased fourfold from 837 in 2013 to 3,526 in 2025,
ICMR Health Research Budget Rises 46% to ₹4000 Crore
Government increased ICMR's budget from ₹2732 crore in 2024-25 to ₹4000 crore in 2026-27, a 21% rise over revised 2025-26 estimates.
ICMR introduced tiered research grants including Small (₹2 crore),
MoHFW Finalizes NFHS-6 Fact Sheet Indicators
MoHFW released NFHS-6 National and State/UT Fact Sheets on May 29, 2026, with health and family welfare data.
Technical Advisory Committee finalized harmonized key indicators to avoid inconsistencies
Health Ministry Reviews Project SARATHI Expansion Framework
Union Health Minister chairs meeting to assess nationwide expansion of Project SARATHI patient assistance initiative.
Project demonstrated 26% reduction in patient navigation time at PGIMER with 2,500
AB PM-JAY Authorizes 12.69 Crore Hospital Admissions
AB-PMJAY health scheme authorized 12.69 crore cashless hospital admissions worth ₹1.92 lakh crore as of June 30, 2026.
Scheme coverage expanded to include 12 crore vulnerable families, 37 lakh health
Centre Deploys National Team for Chandipura Virus Outbreak
Union Health Ministry deployed National Joint Outbreak Response Team to Gujarat and Rajasthan to strengthen Chandipura Virus outbreak response.
Multidisciplinary team includes experts from NCDC, ICMR
DAE Develops 72 Radiation-Induced Crop Varieties
BARC developed 72 radiation-induced crop varieties including 17 in groundnut and 10 in rice with traits like higher yield and climate resilience.
DAE promotes adoption through seed production, distrib
DAE Details Nuclear Plant Security Audits and Protocols
Department of Atomic Energy confirms comprehensive security measures including electronic surveillance and periodic audits at all nuclear power plants.
Cybersecurity receives highest priority with con
India's Medical Radioisotope Production and Import Data 2021-26
BARC's Dhruva reactor produces 90% of India's critical medical radioisotopes (Mo-99, I-131, Lu-177) on weekly/fortnightly basis.
Domestic production shows volatility with Lu-177 reaching 976 Ci in 202
Sitharaman Outlines India's Private Capital Mobilization Strategy
Finance Minister Sitharaman delivered keynote at BRICS seminar on New Development Bank's role in mobilizing private capital.
Highlighted India's infrastructure reforms including VGF, HAM, InvITs, Nati
Government Releases ₹10.66 Crore for Inter-Caste Marriages
Government merged Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Inter-Caste Marriages with broader civil rights scheme from March 2023 to avoid duplication.
Dr. Ambedkar Foundation disbursed ₹10.66 crore financial assistan
ISRO Space Applications 2026 Update and Vision 2047
ISRO/DoS detailed 2026 space applications including national crop mapping for rice, wheat, jute and PMFBY support in 10 states.
Disaster management provided real-time flood, cyclone, fire monitoring v
India Approves First Private Earth Observation Satellite Constellation
Government establishes PPP framework for private Earth Observation satellite constellations via IN-SPACe to enhance space capabilities and economy.
Financial incentives include ₹1,000cr venture fund,
IN-SPACe Authorizes 52 Entities for Space Activities
IN-SPACe has granted 113 authorizations to 52 Non-Government Entities including 18 startups for space activities.
NSIL has signed 118 Technology Transfer Agreements for 83 ISRO technologies including
Ministry of Panchayati Raj eGramSwaraj Digital Governance Update
Ministry of Panchayati Raj implements e-Panchayat Mission Mode Project to strengthen digital governance in Panchayati Raj Institutions through multiple platform integrations.
eGramSwaraj-PFMS interfac
West Bengal Panchayati Raj Receives ₹130.65 Crore Central Funding
Ministry of Panchayati Raj released ₹130.65 crore central share to West Bengal under Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan scheme from FY 2022-23 to 2025-26.
West Bengal trained 517,632 elected representative
Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme Launched for Financial Self-Sufficiency
Four-year initiative to make Panchayats financially self-sufficient through Own Source Revenue generation from local assets.
Programme uses open challenge system with 50 projects in Year 1 and 100 ann
Sixteenth Finance Commission Recommends ₹4.35 Lakh Crore RLB Grants
Sixteenth Finance Commission recommends ₹4.35 lakh crore total grants for Rural Local Bodies across 28 states for 2026-31 period.
Grants comprise 80:20 Basic-Performance split, with 50% of Basic Grant
Goyal Outlines $30 Trillion Economy Vision by 2047
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal presented India's vision to become a $30 trillion economy by 2047 at the Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav.
India achieved record exports of $863 billion last year with $442B me
Government Strengthens CPGRAMS with Tech Reforms
Government outlines comprehensive reforms to strengthen CPGRAMS, including AI integration and reduced disposal timeline from 30 to 21 days.
CPGRAMS handled over 1.7 million grievances annually with av
Mission Karmayogi iGOT Portal Reaches 1.7 Crore Users
Mission Karmayogi program aims to transition civil services from rule-based to role-based HR systems with global outlook.
iGOT Karmayogi portal has 1.7 crore registered users and 14.42 crore course co
National AI Skilling Initiative Phase I Reaches 60,253 Enrolments
Phase I of National AI Skilling Initiative recorded 60,253 enrolments with 552 participants completing all four modules.
Curriculum developed jointly by IICT and private partners includes four modules
PM-MKSSY Fisheries Scheme ₹6000 Crore Outlay
Central government launches ₹6000 crore PM-MKSSY fisheries sub-scheme from FY 2023-24 to 2026-27 with digital platform integration.
Scheme provides 40% aquaculture insurance premium subsidy with ₹1 la
Chhattisgarh Receives Rs 956 Crore Under PMMSY Scheme
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana allocated Rs 956.86 crore to Chhattisgarh for fisheries development from 2020-21 to 2025-26.
Central share of Rs 321.01 crore was approved with Rs 274.16 crore
UMANG and DigiLocker Digital Services Expansion Update
UMANG platform offers 2,575 government services with 11.66 crore users and 798 crore transactions over three years.
DigiLocker provides 5,437 document types with 72.43 crore users and 72.86 crore docu
Government Outlines Traditional Fishing Rights Protection Measures
Coastal States reserve near-shore waters up to 5-10 km exclusively for traditional non-mechanized fishing vessels to protect livelihoods.
Government implements 61-day uniform fishing ban in EEZ during
Fisheries Sector Contributes 7.43% to Agricultural GVA
Fisheries sector contributed 7.43% to Agricultural GVA and 1.09% to total GVA in 2023-24.
Government implements three major schemes including PMMSY, FIDF, and PM-MKSSY for fisheries development.
PM-MK
Andhra Pradesh Aqua Farmers Face Price Decline, Feed Cost Rise
Andhra Pradesh reports 2.16 lakh aquaculture farmers facing difficulties due to declining market prices and rising feed costs.
State government secures ₹4/kg shrimp feed price reduction and provides s
Government CyberShakti Trains 978 Women Officials
Government scales up CyberShakti programme following 2026 Standing Committee recommendation to enhance cybersecurity skills among women officials.
Total 978 women government officials trained since 20
Government Promotes Sustainable Data Centre Growth via Clean Energy
India's data centre capacity surged from 375 MW in 2020 to 1575 MW currently, with projected power demand reaching 17 GW by 2031-32.
Government promotes renewable energy through Green Energy Open Acce
Parliamentary Committee Proposes Major Healthcare Reform Strategy
Committee recommends capping private healthcare costs and expanding Ayushman Bharat coverage to all seniors and children to improve affordability.
Proposes establishing National CKD Registry and expan
Ministry Tribal Affairs DBT Portal Scholarship Disbursement
Ministry of Tribal Affairs utilizes DBT Tribal Portal for monitoring pre-matric and post-matric scholarship schemes with state/UT data integration.
Implementation of SNA SPARSH Model enables just-in-t
PM-JUGA Tribal Development Scheme Progress Update
PM-JUGA scheme targets infrastructure saturation in 63,843 tribal villages across 30 states benefiting 5 crore tribals through 25 interventions.
Physical achievements include 8.22 lakh houses complete
Ministry Tribal Affairs Tamil Nadu Schemes ₹244.6Cr
Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs released ₹244.6 crore across 15 schemes for Tamil Nadu's tribal development over FY2024-2026.
Post-Matric Scholarship received highest funding at ₹71.33 crore benefiti
Parliamentary Committee Recommends Ease of Doing Business Reforms
Parliamentary Committee presents 201st report assessing India's business reforms, identifying bottlenecks and proposing measures to strengthen the ecosystem.
Committee recommends mandatory deemed appr
PM JANMAN Tribal Development Scheme Progress Report
PM JANMAN scheme provides basic facilities to 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups across 18 states and 1 UT through 11 interventions by 9 ministries.
As of June 2026, 482,554 houses sanctioned an
Parliamentary Committee Recommends Next-Gen Bus Transport Reforms
Parliamentary Committee presents 392nd report with 10 key recommendations for transforming India's bus transport system towards inclusivity, digitalization, and sustainability.
Key proposals include r
Ministry Reports Forest Rights Claims Status
Tribal Affairs Ministry reports state-wise forest rights claims status with approved, rejected, and pending figures as of June 2026.
Implementation responsibility lies with State Governments and UT Ad
Rajya Sabha Chairman Commemorates Quit India Anniversary
Rajya Sabha Chairman marks 84th anniversary of Quit India Movement launched on August 9, 1942.
Movement gave decisive impetus to India's freedom struggle under Mahatma Gandhi's leadership with 'Do or
Ministry of Tribal Affairs Funds 29 Research Institutes
Ministry provides financial assistance to 29 Tribal Research Institutes under a centrally sponsored scheme for tribal heritage preservation.
Digital initiatives include TribeX platform for tribal art
MoES Deploys AI for Weather Forecasting and Warnings
Government details AI/ML integration into weather forecasting systems to improve accuracy and timeliness of extreme weather warnings.
Initiatives include a deep learning model for Delhi-NCR and an AI
CMLRE Conducts 19 Marine Surveys for Sustainable Fisheries
CMLRE conducted 19 surveys in India's EEZ over three years to assess fishery resources and marine biodiversity.
Scientific data supports sustainable marine resource management, policy formulation, and
NIOT Develops Deep-Sea Mining System for 5270m Depth
NIOT developed a seabed mining system with successful mobility trials at 5270m depth in Central Indian Ocean Basin.
MoES holds ISA contracts for exploration of polymetallic nodules and sulphides in In
MoES Details Early Warning System Capabilities and Expansion
IMD strengthened its observational network with 50 Doppler radars, 1,008 AWS, and 6,885 rain gauges, improving severe weather forecast accuracy by 40-50%.
INCOIS serves as Tsunami Service Provider for
IMD Reports 12% Monsoon Deficit Amid El Niño
IMD forecasts 2026 Southwest Monsoon at 90% of LPA, with cumulative rainfall 12% below normal as of August 2nd.
Moderate El Niño conditions suppressed monsoon circulation, causing 47% of districts to
IMD Assam Flood Forecasts Show 51-85% Accuracy Rates
IMD issued 7-day advance rainfall forecasts and impact-based warnings for Upper Assam districts prior to heavy rainfall from July 18-20, 2026.
Forecast accuracy assessment shows Percentage of Correct
Government Outlines Farm Mechanization Subsidy Schemes
Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization provides 40-50% subsidies for farmers purchasing machinery and supports Custom Hiring Centers.
Crop Residue Management Scheme offers subsidized machinery in f
Ministry Details Technology-Driven Crop Monitoring Systems
Government uses satellites, drones, AI, and GIS for comprehensive crop monitoring across 11 major crops in 20 states.
FASAL system provides pre-harvest production forecasts while NPSS uses AI to detec
India Hosts 60% of World's Wild Asian Elephants
India hosts 60% of global wild Asian elephant population with 22,446 elephants across 33 reserves and 150 corridors.
Project Elephant implements DNA-based monitoring, railway safety measures reducing
Government Reports Sustainable Agriculture Scheme Progress
Government reports 26.18 crore Soil Health Cards generated and 114.60 lakh hectares under micro-irrigation benefiting 100 lakh farmers.
Organic farming schemes PKVY and MOVCDNER have covered 21.29 lak
Ministry Promotes Agri-Tech with 10.33 Crore Farmer IDs
Ministry of Agriculture details technology adoption through Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) and Digital Agriculture Mission.
Farmer Registry under AgriStack has generated over 10.33 c
Agriculture Ministry Releases Rs 21.35 Crore Student Scholarships
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched DBT-based scholarship disbursement of Rs 21.35 crore to 6,000+ agriculture students.
The National Scholarship Portal initiative aims to elimin
Government Approves ₹1,144 Crore Oil Palm Mission Extension
Government approved National Mission on Edible Oils–Oil Palm with ₹11,040 crore outlay to reduce edible oil imports through domestic production boost.
Mission covered 15 states achieving 2.73 lakh hec
10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations Formed Under Central Scheme
10,000 FPOs established under Central Sector Scheme with ₹20,358 crore cumulative turnover as of July 2026.
1,175 FPOs comprise 100% women members with 40% female shareholders across all organizations
Digital Crop Estimation Survey Expanded to 23 States
Ministry of Agriculture implemented Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES) in phased manner starting Kharif 2023-24.
DGCES enables fully digital workflow with real-time data capture, geo-taggi
Government MSP Procurement Reaches ₹14.58 Lakh Crore
Government announces MSP policy for 22 mandated crops with procurement reaching 5781 LMT worth ₹14.58 lakh crore from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
New Price Differential Payment component introduced under MIS
National Beekeeping Honey Mission Production Growth
Ministry of Agriculture implements National Beekeeping and Honey Mission to promote scientific beekeeping and increase honey production.
Scheme has established 7 world-class honey testing labs, 66 min
Government Reports 10,000 FPOs Formed Under Scheme
Government formed 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations since 2020-21 under central sector scheme with detailed turnover distribution.
Scheme provides ₹18 lakh management assistance, ₹15 lakh equity gr
India Oilseed Production Rises to 43.06 Million Tonnes
National Mission on Edible Oils-Oilseeds targets 69.7 million tonnes production by 2030-31 from 39 million tonnes in 2022-23.
Oilseed production increased to 43.06 million tonnes in 2025-26 from 39.67
Shivraj Chouhan Leads 50,000 Sapling Plantation Drive
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan appeals for nationwide plantation drive on Hariyali Amavasya.
Vriksh Mitra Parivar members pledge to plant over 50,000 saplings across villages and cit
Agriculture Ministry Disburses ₹21.35 Crore Scholarships
Union Agriculture Minister launched National Scholarship Portal disbursing ₹21.35 crore to over 6,000 agriculture students via DBT.
Minister emphasized practical training integration and timely financ
PMFBY Expands Crop Insurance to Cover Wild Animal Damage
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) remains voluntary for states and farmers, providing comprehensive crop damage insurance from pre-sowing to post-harvest.
States can now notify losses caused by
Government Targets Oilseeds 69.7M Tonnes, Pulses 350L Tonnes by 2030-31
National Mission on Edible Oils-Oilseeds aims to boost production from 39M to 69.7M tonnes by 2030-31 through 600+ value chain clusters.
Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses targets increase from 242L
Kalanamak Rice Production Surges Fivefold in Uttar Pradesh
Kalanamak rice production in Siddharthnagar district increased over five times from 2018 to 2025, with farmer numbers growing from 2,915 to 23,000.
Sale price surged from ₹40/kg to ₹150/kg, yielding t
Ministry of Agriculture AgriStack Reaches 10.31 Crore Farmer IDs
AgriStack is a farmer-centric Digital Public Infrastructure with three foundational registries for efficient service delivery.
Over 10.31 crore Farmer IDs created nationwide by synchronizing farmer de
India 97.85M Hectares Land Degradation ISRO Data
Government discloses ISRO data showing 97.85 million hectares of land degradation across India as of 2018-19, with Maharashtra worst affected at 14.31 million hectares.
Ministry outlines multiple init
ICAR Study Reveals Cropping-Water Mismatch in 7 States
ICAR study identifies mismatch between water-intensive cropping patterns and water availability in Punjab, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
About 2.89 millio
ICAR Precision Agriculture Program Boosts Farm Productivity
ICAR's Network Program on Precision Agriculture develops AI, IoT, and drone technologies across 16 research institutes to enhance farming efficiency.
Precision technologies demonstrated significant re
Ministry Reports 26 Crore Soil Health Cards Issued
Government issued 26.09 crore Soil Health Cards to promote balanced fertilizer use and enhance crop productivity.
National Mission on Natural Farming covers 11.44 lakh hectares and has registered 23.1
Ministry Launches Agro-Climatic Agricultural Roadmaps for States
Agricultural Action Plans initiated for Assam, Goa, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands based on agro-climatic conditions.
Roadmaps prepared collaborati
AIKCC Farmers Advocate Ethanol in Agriculture Ministry Meeting
Farmer delegation AIKCC met Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, expressing strong support for ethanol as income opportunity.
Farmers requested farmer-centric ethanol policy ensuring direct cro
Ministry Trains 33000 Persons Under SAMARTH Centres
Ministry of Heavy Industries trained approximately 33,000 persons under its SAMARTH centres for Industry 4.0 promotion.
Over 8,500 persons trained at BHEL Trichy's welding facility during the last thr
MHI Reports 67,657 EV Chargers Installed Nationwide
FAME-II scheme supported sale of 16.72 lakh EVs and deployment of 5,299 e-buses with ₹11,500 crore outlay.
PM E-DRIVE scheme incentivizes 28.30 lakh EVs with ₹10,900 crore budget, including 14,000 all
Madhya Pradesh Subsidizes 88,209 EVs Under PM E-DRIVE
Government reports 88,209 electric vehicles subsidized in Madhya Pradesh during FY 2025-26 under the PM E-DRIVE scheme.
No electric buses were allocated to Madhya Pradesh under the scheme, and central
India Reaffirms Elephant Conservation Commitment on World Elephant Day
India reaffirms commitment to elephant conservation with 33 reserves across 14 states and 150 validated corridors.
Nearly 60% of world's wild Asian elephants reside in India, representing significant
Vice-President Flags Off Har Ghar Tiranga Bike Rally
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan flagged off a Har Ghar Tiranga bike rally with MPs commemorating 150 years of Vande Mataram.
The rally proceeded from Bharat Mandapam to Major Dhyan Chand National St
RBI Announces ₹26,850 Cr State Securities Auction
RBI announced auction of State Government Securities totaling ₹26,850 crore across 17 states/UTs on August 4, 2026.
Auctions include price and yield based re‑issues with tenors ranging from 12 to 25 y
ONGC Spuds First Mahanadi Basin Deepwater Well
ONGC commenced drilling exploratory well MN-DW18-1-H-D in Mahanadi Offshore Basin under Samudra Manthan Mission.
India's eastern/western offshore basins hold estimated 5,600 MMTOE hydrocarbon potentia
Government OFS for 6% Stake in NHPC
Government of India announces Offer for Sale of 60.27 crore NHPC shares representing 6% of paid-up equity.
Offer includes base size of 3% plus full oversubscription option of additional 3%, with 10% r
Supreme Court Mid-Day Meal Scheme Hearing Adjourned
• Supreme Court suo moto case regarding closure of Mid-Day Meal Scheme hearing adjourned to May 2026.
• Multiple intervention applications and exemption requests filed by various parties in the matter