Release of Discussion paper 2.0 on "The Treatment of Free PDS Items in Consumer Price Index (CPI) Compilation"

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme implementation is conducting the base revision of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The process includes enhancing coverage of price collection, refining existing methodologies, exploring new data sources and effective use of modern technology in the price collection and index compilation. In view of the launch of free food grain distribution scheme by the Government of India from 1st January ...


Ministry of Heavy Industries participates into nationwide Swacchata Hi Seva campaign,more than 2000 volunteers participated.

India, Oct. 4 -- 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...


MOIL Registers Best ever September Production

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: MOIL delivered an impressive operational performance in September 2025 and Q2 FY'26, driven by strong growth across key parameters. Performance Highlights: September 2025 vs September 2024 Quarterly Performance: July-September 2025 vs July-September 2024 Commenting on the performance, Shri Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD, MOIL, said: "The growth achieved across key parameters underscores MOIL's commitment to strengthening its operational ...


Prime Minister welcomes US President Trump's Leadership in Advancing Peace in Gaza

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today welcomed the leadership of President Donald Trump as peace efforts in Gaza make decisive progress. Shri Modi said the indications of the release of hostages represent a significant step forward in the ongoing humanitarian and diplomatic efforts. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that India remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting all initiatives that contribute to a durable and just peac...


Department of Telecommunications concludes Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 Campaign

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Department of Telecommunications (DoT) celebrated Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign from 17.09.2025 to 02.10.2025 with the theme "Swachhotsav". The campaign facilitated large scale advocacy and citizen participation for Swachhata, cleanliness drives with focus on cleaning of Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs) across the country. The campaign attracted active participation of officers and staff of DoT HQ, attached offices, subordinate off...


UIDAI Waives Charges for Aadhaar Biometric Updates for Children Aged 7-15, Benefiting Nearly 6 Crore children

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a pro-people measure, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived off all charges for Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1), a move that is expected to benefit around 6 crore children. The waiver of MBU charges for the said age group has already kicked in effective 1 October 2025 and will be in force for a period of one year. A child under the age of five enrols for Aadhaar by providing the photograph, name, da...


India-Singapore @60: Partnership for Growth & Engagement

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The "India-Singapore @60: Partnership for Growth & Engagement" business session was successfully held on 4 October 2025 in Singapore, marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Singapore. The event was co-organized by FICCI, CII, and ASSOCHAM. Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, delivered the keynote address, commending the transformative progress achieved over the last six decades ...


Prime Minister facilitates All India ITI toppers at Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh, launches PM-SETU and inaugurates 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs; A Landmark in India's Youth Empowerment Journey

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: At a grand ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan today Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi presided over the Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh, felicitating 46 All India Toppers from Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the country. This marked the 4th edition of the National Skill Convocation, a unique initiative that was first conceptualized under the inspiration of the Prime Minister to make skill development aspirational. On the occasio...


Political Parties significant stakeholder of a strong democracy: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addresses Rabi Workshop and Agricultural Advisory Dialogue in Patna

India, Oct. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan today participated in the Rabi Workshop and Agricultural Advisory Dialogue held in Patna during his visit to Bihar. Addressing agricultural scientists, advisors, and farmers at the event, Shri Chouhan said, "Agriculture is the backbone of India's economy, and farmers are its soul. Serving farmers is akin to worshipping God." Recalli...