India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Hon'ble Chairman, Rajya Sabha has appointed Dr. K. S. Somashekhar as Secretary in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat with effect from April 18, 2026. A 1993 entrant to the Secretariat, he has held several key positions, including Additional Secretary, Joint Secretary, and Director, with extensive experience in parliamentary interpretation, administration, and committee work. He has also served in senior capacities in the Government of Ka...
India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Seventh Session of the Eighteenth Lok Sabha, which commenced on 28 January, 2026, concluded today. On this occasion, Shri Birla informed the House that 31 sittings were held during the Session which lasted for around 151 hours 42 minutes. The productivity of the House during the Session was 93 percent, informed Shri Birla. The  Hon'ble President of India addressed Members of both the Houses of Parliament on 28 January,...
India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Addressing the nation on a highly critical issue concerning the mothers, sisters, and daughters of India, the Prime Minister expressed his profound sorrow over the stalling of women's progress. He noted that despite the government's utmost and sincere efforts, the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam Amendment failed to pass, effectively crushing the legitimate dreams of the female population. "I deeply apologize to all the mothers and si...
India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared glimpses of his address to the Nation. In a series of X posts, Shri Modi said; "महिला आरक्षण का विरोध करके विपक्षी दलों ने संविधान...
India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake an official visit to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka from April 19 to 20, 2026. This will be the first bilateral visit by the Vice President of India to Sri Lanka. During the visit, the Vice President will call on the President of Sri Lanka, H.E. Anura Kumara Disanayaka. He will also meet the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, a...
India, April 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, addressed the inauguration of the Rajatha Jayanti (Silver Jubilee) celebrations of Balagokulam Delhi-NCR at Thyagaraj Stadium, INA, New Delhi, today. Speaking about contemporary challenges, the Vice President noted that in a rapidly changing world, children face numerous distractions and value-based dilemmas. In this context, he emphasised that institutions like Balagokulam a...
IMPHAL, India, April 20 -- Manipur High Court issued the following order on March 20: No one appeared on behalf of the petitioner. Mrs. L. Monomala, learned GA appearing for the respondents seeks 3 weeks' time for filing counter affidavit. Prayer is allowed. List these cases again on 21.05.2026. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
India, April 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, paid tributes to former Prime Minister Chandra Shekhar ji  on the occasion of his 99th birth anniversary at Jannayak Sthal, New Delhi today. The Vice-President attended the prayer meeting organised on the occasion and offered floral tributes at the Samadhi of the late leader. Remembering Shri Chandra Shekhar, the Vice-President described him as a visionary leader, a fea...
India, April 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Introduction Overview of the River Basin Management (RBM) Scheme Objectives of the Scheme Institutional Framework Key Areas of Action Strategic Significance of the Scheme Progress and Milestones under RBM Scheme (2021-26) Measurable Outcomes and Development Gains Conclusion References Key Takeaways Water is one of the most critical natural resources, supporting ecosystems, livelihoods, and economic development. It plays...
India, April 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The following Recruitment Results have been finalized by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of March, 2026. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post. Applications of other candidates were duly considered but regretted that it has not been possible to call them for interview/recommend them for the post. Click here to see result Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....