India, May 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated the founders and the entire team of GalaxEye on the successful launch of Mission Drishti. The Prime Minister noted that Mission Drishti by GalaxEye marks a major achievement in India's space journey. Shri Modi highlighted that the successful launch of the world's first OptoSAR satellite and the largest privately-built satellite in India is a testament to the youth's passion for inn...
India, May 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to a fire mishap in Delhi's Shahdara district. The Prime Minister extended his condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this tragic mishap and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. Shri Modi announced that an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) would be given to the next of kin of e...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to the capsizing of a boat in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The Prime Minister extended his condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this tragic mishap and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. He also noted that the local administration is assisting those affected. Shri Modi announced that an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Pr...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers and Health & Family Welfare Shri. Jagat Prakash Nadda visited the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali today. During the visit, Minister inaugurated the NIPER Medicinal Succulents Garden. Shri Nadda reviewed the institute's strategic vision, research priorities, and innovation ecosystem. A comprehensive presentation by Prof. Dulal Panda Director, NIPER...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Takeaways Introduction Core Infrastructure Components of the Great Nicobar Project Strategic and Economic Importance Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a tool to ensure proper use of natural resources for sustainable development. EIA is mandatory for specified categories of projects, as per the schedule of Environmental Impact Assessment Notification, 2006. Expert Committees for different sectors examine project proposa...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Not long ago, much of women's work in India remained unseen. It was largely within households, family enterprises, and informal roles that rarely found mention in official records. Their contribution was constant, but recognition was limited. That picture is now changing, reshaping the country's labour landscape. This International Labour Day, the story of India's workforce is being defined by women who are not only entering the la...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Great Nicobar Project is a strategic initiative to strengthen India's presence in the Andaman Sea. It seeks to balance port-led growth with calibrated environmental safeguards. Protection of indigenous communities remains central to its planning. The project combines strategic, economic, and ecological priorities. This ensures that development is sustainable, inclusive, and aligned with national interests. The following FAQs pro...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Women and Child Development convened the first Preparatory Meeting of the BRICS Women's Working Group on 30th April ,2026 in virtual mode under India's BRICS Presidency. The meeting was attended by representatives of BRICS member countries. The meeting was also attended by various Ministries and Departments of Government of India and knowledge partners including UN Women and Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce a...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Jual Oram has emphasised strengthening last-mile delivery of schemes and deepening convergence across government systems to ensure impactful outcomes for tribal communities, at the two-day Chintan Shivir 2026 organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs at the University of Patanjali, Haridwar. Shri Oram underscored that effective governance requires a seamless blend of institutional experience ...
India, May 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major boost to rural infrastructure and inclusive development in Odisha, the launch ceremony of PMGSY-IV held in Rayagada on Friday emerged as a landmark occasion in the state's rural development journey. Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, unveiled and announced a series of transformative initiatives aimed at strengthe...