Cabinet approves extension corridor from Noida Sector 142 to Botanical Garden (Noida) for a length of 11.56 Km with 8 stations

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today yesterday the Extension Corridor from Noida Sector 142 to Botanical Garden (Noida) of Noida Metro Rail Project with corridor for a length of 11.56 Km with 8 elevated stations. On operationalization of this corridor, Noida and Greater Noida city will have 61.62 Km of active Metro Rail Network. Benefits and Bolstering Growth: The Extension Corridor from Noid...


Prime Minister inaugurates Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu in Guwahati, Assam

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu across the Brahmaputra in Guwahati, Assam, today. Shri Modi stated that this bridge is a vital infrastructure project for Guwahati and areas around it. "Connectivity, comfort and commerce will be significantly enhanced. It will enable devotees to go to the Kamakhya Temple with greater ease", Shri Modi added. The Prime Minister posted on X: "Kumar Bhaskar ...


Cabinet approves the Widening of National Highway-167 from Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar on the Hyderabad-Panaji Economic Corridor to 4-Lane Standard in Telangana with a Total Project Length of 80.01 km and Total Capital Cost of Rs.3175.08 crore

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Feature Details Project Name Widening of National Highway-167 from Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar on the Hyderabad-Panaji Economic Corridor to 4-Lane Standard in the State of Telangana with a Total Project Length of 80.01 km and Total Capital Cost of Rs.3175.08 crore on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) under NH (O) scheme Corridor Gudebellur - Mahabubnagar section of Hyderabad - Panaji Economic Corridor Length (km) 80.01 (including byp...


Union Ayush Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav inaugurates renovated Unani Research Centre at JJ Hospital and presides over Unani Day 2026 celebrations in Mumbai

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, Shri Prataprao Jadhav inaugurated the renovated Co-location Centre of the Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine (RRIUM), Mumbai, at the J.J. Hospital campus and presided over the Unani Day 2026 celebrations and the National Conference on "Innovation and Evidence in Unani Practice" in Mum...


International Conference on Dam Safety Convened in Bengaluru under DRIP Phase II & III

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The International Conference on Dam Safety (ICDS 2026) is being held at the J.N. Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru from 13th to 14th February 2026 under the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) Phase II & III. The Conference is being organised by the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation (DoWR, RD&GR), Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India and the Wa...


Cabinet approves Rs. One Lakh Crore Urban Challenge Fund to Drive Market-Led Urban Transformation

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, yesterday approved the launch of the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) with a total Central Assistance (CA) of Rs. One lakh crore. CA will cover 25% of the project cost, subject to raising minimum 50% of the project cost from market. This will lead to a total investment of Rs. Four lakh crore in urban sector in next five years, marking a paradigm shift in India's urban d...


Cabinet approves construction of Twin Tube TBM road Underwater tunnel 2 Lane each under River Brahmaputra along with provision of Railway infrastructure in one of the tubes, in Assam with total length of 33.7 Km

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Feature Details Project Name Construction of Twin Tube TBM road Underwater tunnel 2 Lane each under River Brahmaputra along with provision of Railway infrastructure in one of the tubes, in the state of Assam on EPC Mode with total length of project as 33.7 Km. Corridor Gohpur on NH-15 - Numaligarh on NH-715 Length (km) 33.7 Km. Total Civil Cost (Rs Cr.) 11,982.36 Cr. Land Acquisition Cost (Rs Cr.) 716.65 Total Capital C...


Ministry of Panchayati Raj to Showcase AI-Powered Grassroots Governance Solutions at India AI Impact Expo 2026, New Delhi

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will be participating in the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam (Hall 5, Booth 5F5 and 5F9), New Delhi during 16th to 20th February 2026, to showcase Artificial Intelligence(AI) enabled solutions developed to strengthen grassroots governance, improve administrative efficiency and enhance accountability in public service delivery. The AI solutions being demonstrated include SabhaSaar - an AI...


LOK SABHA SPEAKER EXTENDS GREETINGS TO THE NATION ON THE EVE OF MAHASHIVRATRI

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla has extended his greetings to the people on the eve of Mahashivratri. In his message, Shri Birla said: "On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, a sacred festival of our civilization and culture, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all. This festival symbolizes faith, devotion, spiritual practice, and self-reflection. Mahashivratri reminds us of Lord Shiva's infinite compassion, ...


CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF, GENERAL UPENDRA DWIVEDI IS SET TO PROCEED ON VISIT TO AUSTRALIA

India, Feb. 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi is set to embark on an official visit to Australia from 16 to 19 February 2026. The visit is aimed at further strengthening India - Australia defence cooperation and reinforcing the growing convergence between the two nations. As part of his visit, the COAS will hold wide-ranging interactions with senior leadership of the Australian Defence Forces, focussed on enhancing a...