Auction for Sale (re-issue) of "6.48% Government Security 2035"

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Government of India (GoI) has announced the sale (re-issue) of "6.48% Government Security 2035" for a notified amount of Rs.32,000 crore (nominal) through price based auction using multiple price method. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs.2,000 crore against the security mentioned above. The auction will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on January 02, 2026 (...


2025 Marks Highest-Ever Renewable Energy Expansion in India's Energy Transition Journey

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Cumulative non-fossil installed capacity and in pipeline (in GW) (as on 30.11.2025) Sector Installed Capacity (GW) Under Implementation (GW) Tendered (GW) Total Installed/ Pipeline (GW) Solar Power (a) 132.85 69.12 35.46 237.43 Wind Power (b) 53.99 30.11 1.80 85.90 Bio Energy (c) 11.61 --- --- 11.61 Small Hydro (d) 5.16 0.44 --- 5.60 Hybrid/ Round the Clock (RTC)/ FDRE (e) --- 59.24 11.48 70.72 Sub-To...


"Namotsav" Enthrals Ahmedabad with Grand Musical Multimedia Tribute to the Life and Vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: An unforgettable evening of pride, culture, and inspiration unfolded in Ahmedabad yesterday with the grand presentation of Namotsav, a large-scale musical multimedia production that celebrates the life, leadership, and visionary journey of the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi. Organised by Sanskardham, the three-day cultural programme witnessed a houseful audience and brought together art, music, technology, and storytel...


"Batadrava Than Restored as Living Symbol of Assam's Spiritual and Cultural Resurrection": Sarbananda Sonowal

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The revival of Batadrava Than, the birthplace of Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva, marks a defining moment in Assam's cultural and spiritual journey, Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said today at Batadrava Than in Nagaon district in Assam calling the project a "cultural resurrection" rooted in history, identity and inclusive values. Batadrava Than, Sonowal said, is not merely a satra or place of wor...


Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasising that nothing is impossible for entrepreneurs or hardworking people

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasising that nothing is impossible for entrepreneurs or hardworking people, today - "नात्युच्चशिखरो मेरुर्नातिनीचं रसातलम्। व्&#235...


Prime Minister lauds INSV Kaundinya, built using the ancient Indian stitched-ship technique, embarking on her maiden voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, Oman

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated the designers, artisans, shipbuilders and the Indian Navy for their dedicated efforts in bringing INSV Kaundinya to life as it embarks on her maiden voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, Oman. Shri Modi stated that INSV Kaundinya is built using the ancient Indian stitched-ship technique which highlights India's rich maritime traditions. "My best wishes to the crew for a safe and m...


PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES THE 22ND PARSI MAHA AND CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OL CHIKI AT JAMSHEDPUR

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced and addressed the closing ceremony of the 22ndParsi Maha and the centenary celebrations of Ol Chiki at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand today (December 29, 2025). Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the Santhals have their own language, literature, and culture. However, a century ago, due to the lack of a script for Santhali language, various scripts such as Roman, Devanagari, ...


Principal Scientific Adviser Unveils "National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF)" to Standardise Innovation Assessment in India

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, unveiled the National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF) on December 29, 2025. The launch event was attended by Dr. Parvinder Maini, Scientific Secretary, Office of the PSA (OPSA); and Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO, Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Dr. Preeti Banzal, Adviser/Scientist 'G', OPSA; Shri Praveen Roy, He...


Prime Minister shares glimpses of the 129th Episode of Mann Ki Baat

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared glimpses of the129th Episode of Mann Ki Baat. In a series of posts on X, Shri Modi said: "Thanks to the strengths and skills of 140 crore Indians, there was much that our nation has achieved in 2025 across diverse sectors." #MannKiBaat "The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue is a great forum to contribute towards nation-building. I look forward to attending this programme on 12th...


Prime Minister congratulates Arjun Erigaisi for winning Bronze medal at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship

India, Dec. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Arjun Erigaisi, for winning the Bronze medal in the open section at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. "His grit is noteworthy. Wishing him the very best for his furure endeavours", Shri Modi stated. The Prime Minister posted on X: "Proud of Arjun Erigaisi for winning the Bronze medal in the open section at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. His ...