Prime Minister congratulates Shri Hagrama Mohilary on being sworn in as Chief Executive Member of Bodoland Territorial Council

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today extended his heartfelt congratulations to Shri Hagrama Mohilary on being sworn in as the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). Shri Modi reaffirmed the unwavering support of both the Central Government and the Assam Government to the BTC administration, emphasizing a shared commitment to the vision of the revered Bodofa Upendranath Brahma. In a post on ...


Raksha Mantri to Visit Australia on October 09-10, 2025

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will undertake a two-day official visit to Australia on October 09-10, 2025, at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Australia Mr Richard Marles. The visit comes at a historic moment when India and Australia commemorate 5 years of establishment of India Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). This will also mark the first-ever visit of a Defence Minister to Aus...


INDIAN NAVY SET TO COMMISSION ANDROTH - A STEADY MARCH WITH NEW INDIGENOUS INDUCTIONS

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Indian Navy is set to commission Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event scheduled to be held on 06 Oct 2025 at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. The ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The commissioning of Androth, marks yet another milestone in the Indian Navy's steady stride towards ...


Union Health Secretary Chairs High-Level Meeting with States/UTs on Quality and Rational Use of Cough Syrups

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In view of recent concerns relating to the quality and administration of cough syrups, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened a high-level meeting under the chairmanship of the Union Health Secretary, Smt. Punya Salila Srivastava with all States and Union Territories to review compliance with drug quality norms and promote the rational use of cough syrups, especially in paediatric populations. The matter had been e...


Leprosy in India: The Road to a Disease-Free Future

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Leprosy, or Hansen's disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. Infection can lead to involvement of the nerves, respiratory tract, skin, and eyes. Symptoms include discoloured skin patches, lack of ability to feel touch, pressure, pain, heat and cold, muscle weakness, non-healing ulcers, deformities particularly in hands, feet and face and inability to close eyes and poor vision. Leprosy is tr...


Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) actively participates in the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva - 2025 campaign

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) actively participated in the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva - 2025 campaign, organized from 17th September to 2nd October 2025 under the joint aegis of the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). Guided by the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision of fostering a cleaner and sustainable India through the Swachhata move...


Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal to visit Qatar from 6-7 October 2025; to co-chair Qatar-India Joint Commission Meeting in Doha

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal is visiting Doha, Qatar for the meeting of the Qatar-India Joint Commission on Trade and Commerce from 6-7 October 2025. The meeting will be co-chaired by H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry of Qatar. This visit underscores the importance that India attaches to its trade and investment ties with Qatar, one of our important trad...


PM Commends those who have worked on the ground to make Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan impactful and beneficial to India's Nari Shakti

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today lauded the commendable efforts of all those who have worked on the ground tirelessly to make the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan impactful and beneficial to India's Nari Shakti. Describing the campaign as a shining example of Jan Bhagidari-people's participation-the Prime Minister emphasized that such collective action is key to improving lives and building a healthier, empowered societ...


NHRC, India's Online Short Term Internship Programme- September 2025 concludes

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India concluded its 3rd Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) of 2025-2026 with 74 University level students from 21 States and UTs successfully completing it. The OSTI was inaugurated by Shri Bharat lal, Secretary General on 22nd August, 2025. Addressing the valedictory session as the Chief Guest, Smt Vijaya Bharathi Sayani, Member, NHRC congratulated the interns for successfull...


Inclusive Outreach Connects Fishers and Fish Farmers with Policymakers Across 34 States/UTs

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: More than 15,000 fishers and fish farmers from 34 States and Union Territories participated in a nationwide series of virtual interactions organized by the Department of Fisheries (DoF), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying from April to September 2025. Led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary DoF, this initiative offered a direct channel for stakeholders to express their concerns and aspirations. Fishers, fish farmers,...