India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A significant improvement has been observed in the asset quality of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), states the Economic Survey 2025-26 that was tabled in the Parliament today by the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman.. The gross non-performing asset (GNPA) ratio and net NPA ratio have reached a multi-decadal low level and record low level, respectively. At the same time, the capital-to-risk-...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Government has released the Second Instalment of XV Finance Commission (XV FC) Untied Grants for the Financial Year 2025-26 to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) / Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Tripura to strengthen grassroots governance and support location-specific development needs. In Andhra Pradesh an amount of Rs.41,076 lakhs (Rs. 410.76 Crores) has been released as the second instalm...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The SHANTI Act has been enacted for the promotion and development of nuclear energy and ionising radiation for nuclear power generation, application in healthcare, food, water, agriculture, industry, research, environment, innovation in nuclear science and technology, and for robust regulatory framework for its safe and secure utilisation. Nuclear Energy can support and provide stable, reliable, and round-the-clock power supply fo...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: With the objective of doubling farmers' income, the Government has been implementing a wide range of measures to raise productivity and enhance farmers' incomes, states the Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled in Parliament today by the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. Several interventions have been undertaken through inputs, technology, income support, market-related and insurance support. Man...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Science Centre, Delhi, a unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), is captivating audiences with a vibrant and interactive science exhibition at Bharat Parv 2026, being held at the Red Fort Lawns as part of the Republic Day celebrations organized by the Ministry of Tourism from January 26 to 31, 2026. The NSCM exhibition at Central Ministries stall No.-9, aims to popularize science and promote scientific...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The country has made significant improvements in increasing access to healthcare by providing better and more affordable facilities through public investment in health, including access to preventive and curative care, nutrition, and health insurance. Infant and maternal mortality rates have reduced, immunisation coverage has expanded, and access to primary healthcare services has improved. Initiatives like the National Health Miss...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Hon'ble Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri JP Nadda, held a meeting with high level Canadian delegation led by Mr. Tim Hodgson, Hon'ble Minister of Natural Resources, Canada in New Delhi on 29th January, 2026. Welcoming the Canadian delegation, Shri Nadda said that strengthening potash availability in India remains central to restoring soil fertility and promoting balanced nutrient applicatio...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The third day of India Energy Week 2026 concluded with a clear emphasis on aligning policy, data, technology and investment to meet India's rapidly expanding energy needs, as leaders from government, industry and global institutions outlined pathways for a secure, resilient and inclusive energy future. At the Global Energy Conclave, during the session marking the release of the IEA India Bioenergy Market Report: Outlook for Liquid...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India has a robust system for implementation of Nuclear Safety in Nuclear and radiation Facilities. The responsibility for ensuring the safety of civilian nuclear facilities in India lies solely with the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB). The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) implements the national plan for nuclear safety, radiation protection, and nuclear security through a comprehensive Integrated Management System (IMS)...
India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guided by the national vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 and Net Zero targets, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, held a high-level bilateral meeting with the Canadian delegation led by *H.E. Mr. Tim Hodgson, Minister of Natural Resources, Canada*, at Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi, to strengthen cooperation in critical minerals, clean mobility, ad...