Historic Launch of First Commercial Coal Mine in Arunachal Pradesh at Namchik-Namphuk

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Arunachal Pradesh is set to witness a historic day on 06 October 2025 with the launch of its first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block, marking a new chapter of growth, energy security, and local prosperity. Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy will first perform the Bhoomi Poojan, followed by the handing over of the mining lease. He will then flag off the tools and machineries of CPPL to the Namchik -Namphuk centr...


Ministry of Minority Affairs to hold Regional Meeting with Southern Waqf Boards in Bengaluru

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ministry of Minority Affairs is organising a one-day regional meeting in Bengaluru on Monday, 6th October 2025, with the Waqf Boards of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. The event will be attended by senior officials from the Minority Welfare Departments of these states. The meeting will focus on strengthening Waqf Boards and ensuring efficient management of Waqf properties through the recently launched UMEED Ce...


Vice-President expresses grief over loss of lives in Darjeeling

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, has condoled the loss of lives in Darjeeling following heavy rains and landslidestoday. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured. In a post on X, Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said: "Deeply anguished by the tragic loss of lives in the bridge mishap in Darjeeling following heavy rains and landslides. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praye...


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurates the expanded capacity of the Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Cooperative Sugar Factory and unveils the statues of Padma Shri Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil and Padma Bhushan Balasaheb Vikhe Patil in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today inaugurated the expanded facility of the Pravara Sugar Factory in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, and unveiled the statues of Padma Shri Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil and Padma Bhushan Balasaheb Vikhe Patil. On this occasion, several dignitaries were present, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Shri Eknath Shinde and Shri Ajit ...


GST Reforms 2025: How Maharashtra's Economy Will Gain Across Sectors

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Introduction An economy with strong agriculture, industry, and services sectors, Maharashtra is set to gain significantly from the recent GST reforms. The state's economy entails sugar production in its western belt, fruit and vegetable processing in Nagpur, Nashik, Jalgaon, and Konkan, and fisheries along the coastal districts. It is equally recognised for its handloom hubs like Ichalkaranji and Solapur, iconic crafts such as Kolh...


Prime Minister congratulates Shri Hagrama Mohilary on being sworn in as Chief Executive Member of Bodoland Territorial Council

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today extended his heartfelt congratulations to Shri Hagrama Mohilary on being sworn in as the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). Shri Modi reaffirmed the unwavering support of both the Central Government and the Assam Government to the BTC administration, emphasizing a shared commitment to the vision of the revered Bodofa Upendranath Brahma. In a post on ...


Raksha Mantri to Visit Australia on October 09-10, 2025

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will undertake a two-day official visit to Australia on October 09-10, 2025, at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Australia Mr Richard Marles. The visit comes at a historic moment when India and Australia commemorate 5 years of establishment of India Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). This will also mark the first-ever visit of a Defence Minister to Aus...


INDIAN NAVY SET TO COMMISSION ANDROTH - A STEADY MARCH WITH NEW INDIGENOUS INDUCTIONS

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Indian Navy is set to commission Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event scheduled to be held on 06 Oct 2025 at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. The ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The commissioning of Androth, marks yet another milestone in the Indian Navy's steady stride towards ...


Union Health Secretary Chairs High-Level Meeting with States/UTs on Quality and Rational Use of Cough Syrups

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In view of recent concerns relating to the quality and administration of cough syrups, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened a high-level meeting under the chairmanship of the Union Health Secretary, Smt. Punya Salila Srivastava with all States and Union Territories to review compliance with drug quality norms and promote the rational use of cough syrups, especially in paediatric populations. The matter had been e...


Leprosy in India: The Road to a Disease-Free Future

India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Leprosy, or Hansen's disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. Infection can lead to involvement of the nerves, respiratory tract, skin, and eyes. Symptoms include discoloured skin patches, lack of ability to feel touch, pressure, pain, heat and cold, muscle weakness, non-healing ulcers, deformities particularly in hands, feet and face and inability to close eyes and poor vision. Leprosy is tr...