Inspiring Interaction with ISRO Astronauts launches Day 3 of Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026

India, Jan. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Day Three of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026, organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, commenced with great zeal and enthusiasm at Bharat Mandapam, and witnessed diverse events including an inspiring address by Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Manuskh Mandaviya, an engaging interactive session with ISRO Astronauts, and a cultural extravaganza showcasi...


Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh hosts informal interaction with J&K and Ladakh contingent participating in 'Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue'

India, Jan. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy, Dr. Jitendra Singh, met and interacted with the youth contingent from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh at his residence here. The interaction was held in a warm and informal atmosph...


Ministry of Finance Year Ender 2025: Department of Financial Services

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Parameters Scheduled Commercial Banks Public Sector Banks Mar - 15 Mar - 18 Mar - 23 Mar - 24 Mar - 25 *Sep - 25 Mar - 15 Mar - 18 Mar - 23 Mar - 24 Mar - 25 *Sep - 25 Gross NPA (in Rs. lakh crore) 3.23 10.36 5.71 4.81 4.31 4.18 2.79 8.96 4.28 3.40 2.84 2.65 Gross NPA (%) 4.28 11.18 3.87 2.75 2.22 2.05 4.97 14.58 4.97 3.47 2.58 2.30 Net NPA (in Rs. lakh crore) 2.31 ...


Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal visits Brussels for high-level dialogue with European Union's Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, concluded a significant two-day visit to Brussels (8-9 January 2026), marking a decisive step forward in the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations. In a series of high-level dialogues with Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Mr. Maros Šefčovič, both leaders provided guidance to negotiating teams to resolve pending issues and expedite the...


National Workshop on "Sustaining Innovation: Embedding R&D in State Institutions" on 8th-9th January 2026 held at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: NITI Aayog conducted the National Workshop on "Sustaining Innovation: Embedding R&D in State Institutions" on 8th - 9th January 2026 under the chairpersonship of Shri Suman Bery, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog. The National Workshop was hosted at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore in association with Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology, and brought together a distinguished gathering of Institutional leaders, Planning...


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addresses the Maheshwari Global Convention and Expo - 2026 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today addressed the Maheshwari Global Convention and Expo - 2026 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. On this occasion, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla, Rajasthan Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, Union Tourism Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, along with several other distinguished dignitaries, were present. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah...


Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue enters Day 2 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Day 2 of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD 2026), organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, commenced today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with a grand inaugural session. The session was graced by the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya; the National Security Advisor, Shri Ajit Doval; the Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Smt. Raksha Ni...


India-Oman CEPA

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The India-Oman CEPA provides a comprehensive framework covering trade in goods and services, investment, professional mobility, and regulatory cooperation. Bilateral trade stood at USD 10.61 billion in FY 2024-25, reflecting the expanding scale of India-Oman economic engagement. India secures 100% duty-free market access in Oman across 98.08% of tariff lines, covering 99.38% of export value, with benefits effective from Day One. ...


MoS for MoRTH and Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra reviews key road infrastructure projects of NHAI & MoRTH and decongestion initiatives for the National Capital

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways and Corporate Affairs, Shri Harsh Malhotra chaired a meeting to assess the progress of major road infrastructure works, decongestion strategies, and inter-agency coordination issues impacting Delhi. Member of Parliament, West Delhi, Mrs Kamaljeet Sehrawat, Chief Secretary, Delhi, Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and senior officers from Ministry of Housing and Urban ...


Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir concludes with focus on National Critical Mineral Mission and Sustainable Mining

India, Jan. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat: Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir 2026 drew to a close with Centre and States reiterating their commitment to advancing sustainable mining and securing India's critical mineral needs. Day 2 of the Chintan Shivir focused on key priorities for strengthening India's mining sector, with detailed discussions on the National Critical Mineral Mission, sustainable mining practices and measures to ensure long-term miner...