Prime Minister expresses happiness as Lucknow designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed happiness over Lucknow being designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The Prime Minister said that Lucknow is synonymous with a vibrant culture, at the heart of which lies its rich culinary tradition. He noted that UNESCO's recognition highlights this distinctive aspect of the city and called upon people from around the world to visit Lucknow and experience its uniqueness...


WAVES Animation Bazaar and 8th Edition of IndiaJoy 2025 Inaugurated in Hyderabad

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Shri Sanjay Jaju, on Saturday announced that Hyderabad will soon get regional center of the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) to further strengthen the growth of the gaming, animation, and digital entertainment industries. Addressing the WAVES Animation Bazaar and the 8th edition of IndiaJoy 2025 at HICC, Hitex, Shri Sanjay Jaju said, "The Indian Institute of C...


VICE ADMIRAL B SIVAKUMAR, AVSM, VSM, ASSUMES CHARGE AS THE CHIEF OF MATERIEL

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Vice Admiral B Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM has assumed charge as the 40th Chief of Materiel on 01 Nov 2025. He is an alumnus of 70th Course, NDA and was commissioned as an Electrical Officer into the Indian Navy on 01 Jul 1987. The Flag Officer holds Master's Degrees in Electrical Engineering from IIT Chennai, is a post graduate in Higher Defence Management from Osmania University, MPhil from Madras University and is an alumnus of National...


India's emphasis on rule of law and freedom of navigation & overflight in Indo-Pacific is not against any country, but to safeguard interests of all regional stakeholders: Raksha Mantri at ADMM-Plus

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "India's emphasis on the rule of law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and its advocacy for freedom of navigation and overflight in the Indo-Pacific, are not directed against any country but are meant to safeguard the collective interests of all regional stakeholders," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during the 12th ADMM-Plus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on November 01, 2025. Addressing the forum ...


No role of Indian Immigration in the case of disallowing a Nepali citizen travelling

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: It has been reported that Ms Shambhavi Adhikari, a citizen of Nepal heading to Berlin was stopped at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) and was sent back to Kathmandu. The incident has been wrongly portrayed as bias / discrimination against Nepali citizens. It is to clarify that the Indian immigration authorities have no role to play in this entire episode. The said passenger arrived from Kathmandu by Air India and ...


Prime Minister extends greetings on Kerala Piravi

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended warm greetings to the people of Kerala on the occasion of Kerala Piravi. Shri Modi said that the people of Kerala have excelled globally across diverse sectors and are known for their creativity and innovation. He noted that the state's scenic landscapes and centuries-old heritage reflect India's vibrant cultural grandeur. The Prime Minister wished the people of Kerala good health...


Simplify science communication by adopting a storytelling approach, says Minister Dr Jitendra Singh

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh today chaired a brainstorming session on "Effective Government Communication" with Secretaries and senior officials of the Ministries and Departments under his charge. The meeting, held here today, focuse...


Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan to visit Kollam-Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), from November 3 to November 4, 2025

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake a two-day visit to Kerala, from November 3 to November 4, 2025. This will be the Vice President's maiden visit to Kerala after assuming office. During the visit, the Vice-President will grace the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of Fatima Mata National College in Kollam, as the Chief Guest, on November 3, 2025. Fatima Mata National College, one of the leading higher ...


MoSPI signs MoU with IICA to develop a Comprehensive SDG Alignment Framework integrating National, State, ESG, and CSR indicators towards the vision of Viksit Bharat

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on 31st October 2025 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. It envisions developing a Comprehensive SDG Alignment Framework, integrating National, State, ESG and CSR indicators to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat. At IICA...


Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu inaugurates creche facility at Udaan Bhawan

India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Rammohan Naidu, has inaugurated a newly established Creche Facility at Udaan Bhawan, New Delhi. The initiative marks a significant step towards fostering a more inclusive, supportive, and employee-friendly workplace within the Ministry. At the inauguration ceremony, children greeted the Minister with flowers. Following the inauguration, Shri Rammohan Naidu viewed the creche area, its equipment...