English rendering of PM's address during launching of various development works in Vav-Tharad, Gujarat

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Victory to Mother India Victory to Mother India Victory to Mother India Present in the program, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Bhai, Gujarat Assembly Speaker Shankar Bhai, Deputy Chief Minister Bhai Harsh Sanghavi, all ministers of the Gujarat Government, fellow MLAs, and my dear brothers and sisters of Banaskantha, Vav, Tharad, and North Gujarat. Today, my mothers have come here in such large numbers, these mothers and sisters...


LAUNCH OF FIRST NEXT GENERATION OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL (YARD 1280, SHACHI) AT M/S GSL, GOA

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Yard 1280 (Shachi), the first of eleven Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), was launched at M/s GSL, Goa on 31 Mar 2026 by Mrs Shagun Sobti, in the presence of VAdm Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff. The event was conducted with full naval traditions. Senior dignitaries from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, and GSL attended the occasion.  The construction of NGOPVs is being under...


In pursuance of Union Budget 2026-27 announcement, CBIC operationalises comprehensive reforms for e-commerce exports and courier trade to enhance ease of doing business from April 1, 2026

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In pursuance of the Union Budget 2026-27 announcement, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has operationalised a set of comprehensive reforms to strengthen and streamline E-Commerce exports as well as broader courier-based imports and exports with effect from 1st April 2026. These reforms include the complete removal of the Rs.10 lakh value cap per consignment on courier exports, the introduction of a streamlin...


Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam, says there is wonderful inspiration in the messages of Lord Mahavira

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister said that there is wonderful inspiration in the messages of Lord Mahavira, based on truth, harmony, good conduct, and equality. "His great thoughts will forever remain the guiding path for humanity", Shri Modi stated. The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit verse- "श्रूयतां धर्मसर्वस्वं श&...


Sādhana Saptah 2026: India's Largest collaborative Capacity Building Initiative Begins on 2nd April

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S.N. Participation Indicator Scale 1 Central Ministries and Departments 100+ 2 States and Union Territories 30+ 3 Civil Services Training Institutions 250+ 4 Duration 7 days In a first of its kind national initiative, the Capacity Building Commission will launch Sādhana Saptah, 2026 from 2 to 8 April 2026, marking one of the largest collaborative capacity building efforts across India's civil services ecosystem...


Prime Minister praises efforts by Acharya Shri Kailasasagarsuri Gyanmandir towards preserving manuscripts

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, appreciated the work being done by Acharya Shri Kailasasagarsuri Gyanmandir towards preserving manuscripts. "I am proud that our nation has many such passionate teams that are at the forefront of this, ensuring that the coming generations remain connected to our rich history", Shri Modi remarked.  The Prime Minister posted on X; "Saw a glimpse of the work being done by Acharya Shri Kailasa...


Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shares glimpses of his address at the inauguration of Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared glimpses from inauguration of the Samrat Samprati Sangrahalay, Jain Heritage Museum at Koba Tirth in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on the auspicious occasion of Bhagwan Mahavir Jayanti. "Koba Tirth is steeped in spiritual tranquillity,  a place where the tapasya of so many Jain Munis and saints finds expression, and where creation and service naturally blossom," said Shri Modi. In a ...


LOK SABHA SPEAKER HAILS PURVANCHAL'S CULTURAL HERITAGE AT 'MAATI - 9' FESTIVAL

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release:  Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla addressed a distinguished gathering today at the Purvanchal Mahotsav 'Maati 9', a premier festival celebrating the art, cuisine, tourism, and heritage of the Purvanchal region. Centered on the theme "Maati" (Soil), the event honors the profound connection between the people of the region and their ancestral roots. During the event, Shri Birla hailed Purvanchal for its immense contributions to...


NESTS to Celebrate 8th Foundation Day on April 1, Showcasing Achievements of EMRS

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, will celebrate its 8th Foundation Day on April 1, 2026, at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. Under the visionary leadership of the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, NESTS continues to advance its mission of strengthening educational opportunities for tribal communit...


" From Heritage to High Performance": Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse Says Khelo India Tribal Games is Building Champions from India's Tribal Heartland

India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, today visited the venues of the 1st edition of Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) 2026 being held across Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja from March 25 to April 3, 2026, and described the initiative as a transformative platform for tribal empowerment, grassroots talent identification and nation-building through sports. The inaugural edition of KITG has broug...