PARLIAMENT QUESTION: RARE EARTH RESERVES AND MAGNET MANUFACTURING

India, April 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research (AMD), a constituent unit of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), has established the following REE resources in the country: India is not dependent on other countries for RE minerals. However, India is dependent for RE magnets and other related products. This is on account of: The Union Cabinet approved the 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanen...


INCLUSION OF CLASSICAL DANCES IN SCHOOL CURRICULUM

India, April 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Organisation 2020-21 2021-22 2022-2023 2023-24 2024-25 Centre for Cultural Resources & Training 2072.61 3112.02 2495.00 2595.00 2366.00 Kalakshetra Foundation 1519.00 1870.00 2175.00 2662.00 2490.00 Sangeet Natak Akademi 5222.40 5711.82 6810.50 7105.00 12099.00 The inclusion of Indian Classical Dances in School Education is promoted through the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, whic...


Ministry of Coal Reports Record-Breaking Production and Dispatch in Captive and Commercial Mines for FY 2025-26

India, April 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Coal has marked FY 2025-26 as a watershed moment in India's coal sector, with captive and commercial mining achieving a milestone never reached before. For the first time, combined production and dispatch from these blocks have surpassed the 200 Million Tonnes (MT) mark, marking a decisive leap in scale, capability, and contribution to the Nation's energy landscape. As on March 31, 2026, coal production from captiv...


Indian Navy's latest stealth frigate 'INS Taragiri' commissioned in Visakhapatnam

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: INS Taragiri, the fourth potent platform of the Project 17A class, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on April 03, 2026. A masterclass in modern naval shipbuilding, this latest stealth frigate, with a displacement of approximately 6,670 tonnes, has been designed by the Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, with th...


Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Bihar on April 4, 2026

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake a visit to Bihar on April 4, 2026. During the visit, the Vice-President will attend the 3rd Convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari, as the Chief Guest. The Vice-President will also visit Bhitiharwa Gandhi Ashram in West Champaran during his visit. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah hails passage of Jan Vishwas Bill, 2026

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah welcomed the passage of the Jan Vishwas Bill, 2026 in the Parliament. In a post on X, Shri Amit Shah said, "The passage of the Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 in the Parliament is India's giant step towards accelerating ease of living and ease of business. Cutting down on several legal provisions, it makes Modi Ji's vision of New India a grand reality by making life easier and ...


General Elections and bye-elections 2026: Paid Holiday on Polling Day

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Name      of     State/UT         going       for     general elections/ bye-elections Poll Date Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Goa, Karnataka, Nagaland and Tripura 09.04.2026 Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Maharashtra 23.04.2026 West Bengal 23.04.2026 (Phase I) 29.04.2026 (Phase II) Disclaimer: Curat...


Sādhana Saptah 2026 Day 3: Expert Webinars on Quantum Technology, Digital Infrastructure and AI

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: 3rd April, New Delhi: The third day of Sādhana Saptah 2026 will continue to focus on Technology, with expert-led webinars scheduled for 4 April 2026. The sessions will explore India's approach to emerging technologies including quantum computing, digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence. Experts from government, academia and other global experts will share insights on how these technologies can strengthen governance ...


Dr. Jitendra Singh Lays Foundation of 30 single occupancy hostel for trainees  at 'Central Food Technology Research Institute' Mysuru

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: MYSURU, April 3 : India's millet push received a dual institutional boost today as the Centre moved to scale both technology and grassroots capacity, with Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighting Millet recipes developed with Indian technology are being served by international food chains, including McDonalds. The Centre is now working on developing similar sustainable food  recipes from "Kala...


Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026: Rationalizing Compliance and Decriminalizing Minor Offences in the Health Sector

India, April 3 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 has been passed by both Houses of Parliament, marking a significant step towards further enhancing Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living in the country. The Bill reflects the Government's commitment to fostering a trust-based governance framework and ensuring proportionate regulation by reducing the compliance burden on individuals and businesses. As per the provisions of th...