SUPPORT TO NEW MSMES STARTUPS IN FIELD OF TEXTILES

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: SN States/UTs No. of handloom weavers No. of allied workers No. of total handloom workers 1 Andhra Pradesh 1,27,662 49,785 1,77,447 2 Arunachal Pradesh 77,600 17,016 94,616 3 Assam 11,07,428 1,76,453 12,83,881 4 Bihar 7,216 5,631 12,847 5 Chhattisgarh 14,077 7,426 21,503 6 Delhi 3,236 1,049 4,285 7 Goa 22 4 26 8 Gujarat 10,179 422 10,601 9 Haryana 14,414 11,128 25,542 10 Himachal P...


UPSC Introduces 'Centre of Choice' Facility for all Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Candidates

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a significant move to enhance accessibility and ease of examination for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has decided to allot the 'Centre of Choice' to all PwBD candidates for its examinations. Recognising the logistical challenges and special requirements often faced by these candidates, the Commission decided to ensure that every PwBD applicant is allotted the examination c...


Rural Local Bodies in Maharashtra Receive Over Rs.717 Crores under XV FC Grants

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Government has released Rs.717.17 crores for Rural Local Bodies in Maharashtra under the XV Finance Commission. This amount represents the first instalment of Untied Grants for the Financial Year 2025-26. The funds have been released to duly elected and eligible rural local bodies in the State, covering 2 District Panchayats (Zilla Parishads), 15 Block Panchayats (Panchayat Samitis) and 26,544 Gram Panchayats. Government...


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah condoles the demise of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil Chakurkar Ji

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah has condoled the demise of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil Chakurkar Ji. In a post on 'X', Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah said "Saddened by the demise of former Union Minister Shivraj Patil Chakurkar Ji. With a career spanning several decades, Patil Ji was known for his vast knowledge of public affairs and his dedicated service. Heartfelt condolences to his fam...


Employment Generation in Food Processing Sector

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Women (Directly employed) S.No State 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 1 Andaman and Nicobar Islands 24 33 36 2 Andhra Pradesh 47102 44492 50454 3 Arunachal Pradesh 248 237 282 4 Assam 7276 8468 8223 5 Bihar 707 626 1000 6 Chandigarh 51 36 34 7 Chhattisgarh 1052 1848 2093 8 Dadra & N Haveli & Daman & Diu 160 196 220 9 Delhi 444 183 259 10 Goa 833 1564 945 11 Gujarat 9562 10704 11112...


India building secure, scalable and AI-ready cloud infrastructure to support digital governance

India, Dec. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India is building a secure, scalable and AI-ready cloud infrastructure to support digital governance, private sector collaboration and citizen empowerment. The growing demand for cloud services across Government, private and social sectors is driven by the country's digital transformation and increasing use of AI-enabled applications. MeghRaj To meet the cloud requirements of Government of India, a national cloud infrastructure ...


A Movement Reborn - 'Rajni 2.0' Success Event Becomes a Tribute to Priya Tendulkar's Enduring Impact

India, Dec. 12 -- In a moment steeped in nostalgia and renewed purpose, IAS Gaurav Dwivedi, CEO of Prasar Bharati, addressed the press conference of filmmaker Karan Razdan's Rajni 2.0 on DD National and WAVES OTT, reaffirming the cultural significance and enduring relevance of India's most iconic social crusader. The evening stood as a stirring tribute to the late Priya Tendulkar, whose fearless portrayal of Rajni reshaped Indian television and awakened a generation to injustice. Produced by Ka...


India Tender Notice: Seal Kit, Pn 5533443 100, Qty: 5 SETS, (BOQ Item #1)

India, Dec. 11 -- AI AIRPORT SERVICES LIMITED has issued a tender notice titled "Seal Kit, Pn 5533443 100, Qty: 5 SETS, (BOQ Item #1)" with the tender reference no.: GEM/2025/B/6986042. The tender details are as follows: BOQ Item Description: PN 5533443 100 The expression of interest should be received by Dec. 22. For more information, contact AI AIRPORT SERVICES LIMITED, Ministry Of Civil Aviation Ministry of Civil Aviation|AI Airport Services Limited Anjali Kumari 700052, AI AIRPORT SERVI...


India Tender Notice: Custom Bid for Services - Outsourcing of Support Service to the Resident Geologist Camp Surendra Vi, Qty: 1

India, Dec. 11 -- ATOMIC MINERALS DIRECTORATE FOR EXPLORATION AND RESEARCH has issued a tender notice titled "Custom Bid for Services - Outsourcing of Support Service to the Resident Geologist Camp Surendra Vi, Qty: 1" with the tender reference no.: GEM/2025/B/6985896. The tender details are as follows: Custom Bid for Services - Outsourcing of Support service to the Resident Geologist Camp Surendra Villas Chhatarpur Madhya Pradesh Proterozoic Basin Investigations on contract for the period of 1...


India Tender Notice: Transportation of Courier and Speed Post of Official Letters and Packages for Bpcl Patna Top (Depo and Te, Qty: 1

India, Dec. 11 -- BHARAT PETROLEUM CORPORATION LIMITED (BPCL) has issued a tender notice titled "Transportation of Courier and Speed Post of Official Letters and Packages for Bpcl Patna Top (Depo and Te, Qty: 1" with the tender reference no.: GEM/2025/B/6972262. The tender details are as follows: TRANSPORTATION OF COURIER and SPEED POST OF OFFICIAL LETTERS and PACKAGES FOR BPCL PATNA TOP (DEPO and TER The expression of interest should be received by Dec. 24. For more information, contact BHAR...