LOK SABHA SPEAKER CONDOLES DEMISE OF DEPUTY CHIEF MINISTER OF MAHARASHTRA SHRI AJIT PAWAR

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla has condoled the demise of the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Ajit Pawar. In his condolence message, Shri Birla said: "The untimely demise of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Shri Ajit Pawar and others in a plane crash is extremely tragic. Shri Ajit Pawar had also served as a Member of the 10th Lok Sabha from the Baramati parliamentary constituency in Maharashtra. Shri Pawar will a...


Presidential Address at Commencement of Budget Session Highlights Strengthening of Public Healthcare System

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in her ceremonial Address to the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament at the commencement of the Budget Session, outlined the Government's overarching vision of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" and highlighted the Government's sustained focus on strengthening the public healthcare system and improving health outcomes for all citizens. The Address emphasized that health and well-b...


Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses centenary celebrations of Arya Vaidya Sala Charitable Hospital in Kerala

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the centenary celebrations of Arya Vaidya Sala Charitable Hospital in Kerala via video message today. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister remarked that on this solemn occasion, it was a matter of joy for him to connect with everyone. He highlighted that Arya Vaidyasala has played a significant role in preserving, protecting, and advancing Ayurveda. Shri Modi noted that in its 125-yea...


Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Hosts WaSH Warriors for 3-Day Programme as Special Guests for 77th Republic Day Celebration

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: WaSH Warriors invited as Special Guests of DDWS at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on Republic Day 2026 The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, hosted 58 WaSH Warriors from Swachh Sujal Gaon villages across India during 25th January 2026 to 27th January 2026 as its special guests for the 77th Republic Day celebrations in Delhi. Nominated by States and Union Territories under the Jal Jeevan Missio...


IEW 2026: Second Day of India Energy Week 2026 Highlights India's Central Role in Shaping the Landscape of Global Energy Systems

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the second day of India Energy Week 2026, industry leaders and policymakers focused on the critical pillars shaping India's energy transition, including LNG affordability, robust City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks, electrification, and long-term energy demand. Across high-level panels and discussions, speakers highlighted India's growing role as a global energy driver and the importance of coordinated policy, investment, and t...


India's Index of industrial production records growth of 7.8% in December 2025

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Industry momentum further strengthened in December 2025 as the Index of Industrial production rose by 7.8%, reaching its highest level in over 2 years, after registering a high growth of 7.2%(RE) in November 2025. STATEMENT I: INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION - SECTORAL (Base: 2011-12100) Month Mining Manufacturing Electricity General (14.372472) (77.63321) (7.994318) (100) 2024-25 2025-26 2024-25 2025-26 2024-25 202...


NHRC, India's Core Group on Disabilities deliberates upon 'Human rights violations emerging from re-verification and re-assessment of certificates of government employees with disabilities'

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India organised a core group meeting in hybrid mode on 'Human rights violations emerging from re-verification and re-assessment of certificates of government employees with disabilities' in New Delhi. It was chaired by NHRC, India Chairperson, Justice V. Ramasubramanian. Justice (Dr) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi and Smt Vijaya Bharathi Sayani Members; Secretary General, Shri Bharat Lal, Core Gr...


Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Paatil Interacts with Water/WaSH Warriors and School Students; Inaugurates 25 JALAJ Livelihood Centres

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Jal Shakti brought together voices of change and young champions for water conservation through a special interaction programme led by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti Shri C.R. Paatil with WaSH Warriors from across the country and school students at PSOI in New Delhi. The programme was graced by the presence of Minister of State Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary and Shri V. Somanna, Secretary, DoWR, RD & GR Shri V.L. Kant...


English rendering of PM's address during centenary celebrations of Arya Vaidya Shala Charitable Hospital in Kerala

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Namaskaram! ​Governor of Kerala Shri Rajendra Arlekar ji, all dignitaries associated with Arya Vaidya Shala, ladies and gentlemen, ​On this dignified occasion today, it is an occasion of joy for me to connect with all of you. Arya Vaidya Shala has a significant contribution in preserving, protecting, and advancing Ayurveda. In its journey of 125 years, this institution has established Ayurveda as a powerful system of ...


Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses annual NCC PM Rally in Delhi

India, Jan. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Annual NCC PM Rally at the Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi today. Greeting the gathering on the occasion of NCC Day, the Prime Minister said that the efforts of NCC, NSS cadets, tableau artists, companions from the National Rangshala, and young participants from across the country were clearly visible in their coordinated performances. Shri Modi noted with grief that the day also brou...