Network Planning Group Reviews Key Infrastructure Projects to Boost Multimodal Connectivity

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 104th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) was convened today to review infrastructure proposals, with a focus on strengthening multimodal connectivity and improving logistics efficiency in line with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP). The NPG evaluated 05 Rail projects for their conformity to the PM GatiShakti principles of integrated multimodal infrastructure, last-mile connectivity to economic and socia...


Scheme For Promotion of Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S. No. State Year of Sanction Destination Name of the Experience Sanctioned Cost Andhra Pradesh 2024-25 Bapatala Development of Suryalanka Beach Experience 97.52 Andhra Pradesh 2023-24 Araku-Lambasingi Borra Cave Experience at Araku 29.88 Arunachal Pradesh 2023-24 Nacho Unlock Nacho Expedition 14.02 Arunachal Pradesh 2023-24 Mechuka Mechuka Cultural Haat 18.48 Arunachal Pradesh 2023-24 Mechuka Mechuka Ad...


Digital and Sustainable Governance Practices ensure Efficient and Paperless Functioning in the Office

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As per inputs provided by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, regarding the major digital system currently being used by the Government to ensure efficient and paperless functioning in the office, e-Office is a Mission Mode Project of DARPG, approved by the Cabinet under e-Governance Plan (NeGP). The project is aimed at significantly improving the operational efficiency of Central Government Ministries/De...


India and Australia reaffirm deepening skills and mobility partnership; focus on sports, advanced construction and emerging technologies

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As part of the 3rd Australia-India Education and Skills Council (AIESC) Meeting in New Delhi, India and Australia convened a substantive bilateral dialogue to advance cooperation in skills development, workforce mobility, and the rapidly growing sports economy. The bilateral meeting was co-chaired by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri Jayant Chaudhary & Minister of State for Educat...


English rendering of PM's remarks in the Lok Sabha during special discussion on 150 years of Vande Mataram

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Honourable Speaker Sir, I express my heartfelt gratitude to you and to all the distinguished Members of this House for choosing the path of a collective discussion on this significant occasion. To recall with reverence that mantra, that clarion call, which infused the nation's freedom movement with energy, inspiration, and the spirit of sacrifice and austerity- to commemorateVande Mataramwithin this House is a matter of immense pri...


Government Highlights Key Progress Under National Green Hydrogen Mission

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Government of India is implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), with an objective to make India a global hub of production, usage and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. The following initiatives have been undertaken under the Mission: MNRE has also advised states to incorporate provisions related to green hydrogen in their policies. Several states have taken proactive steps in this regard, details of...


The fourth contingent from Tamil Nadu arrived for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 and was welcomed with drum playing and flower showers.

India, Dec. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The flow of visitors from Tamil Nadu continues for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 . The fourth group, comprising a large number of agricultural experts, arrived at Varanasi Railway Station by special train to participate in the Sangamam. Upon landing at the station, guests were given a grand welcome with traditional drum playing, flower showers, and chants of "Har Har Mahadev" and "Vanakkam Kashi." The Tamil delegation was thrilled by th...


DIRECTIONS UNDER SECTION 35 A READ WITH SECTION 56 OF THE BANKING REGULATION ACT, 1949 (AS APPLICABLE TO CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES) - NASIK JILHA MAHILA VIKAS SAHAKARI BANK LTD., NASIK

MUMBAI, India, Dec. 9 -- Reserve Bank of India issued the following press release: It is hereby notified for the information of the public that in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) vide Directive No. CO.DOS.SED.No.S6690/12-22-173/2025-2026 dated December 08, 2025, has issued certain Directions to Nasik Jilha Mahila Vikas Sahakari Bank...


PREMATURE REDEMPTION UNDER SOVEREIGN GOLD BOND (SGB) SCHEME - REDEMPTION PRICE FOR PREMATURE REDEMPTION OF 2019-20 SERIES VII DUE ON DECEMBER 10, 2025

MUMBAI, India, Dec. 9 -- Reserve Bank of India issued the following press release: In terms of GOI notification F.No.4(7)-B(W&M)/2019 dated September 30, 2019 (SGB 2019-20 Series VII Issue date December 10, 2019) on Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme, premature redemption of Gold Bond may be permitted after fifth year from the date of issue of such Gold Bond on the date on which interest is payable. Accordingly, the due date of premature redemption of the above tranche shall be on December 10, 2025. 2...


GOVERNOR, RESERVE BANK OF INDIA MEETS MD & CEOS OF PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS AND PRIVATE SECTOR BANKS

MUMBAI, India, Dec. 9 -- Reserve Bank of India issued the following press release: The Governor, Reserve Bank of India, met the Managing Directors and Chief Executive Officers of Public Sector Banks and select Private Sector Banks in Mumbai today (December 9, 2025). These interactions form part of the Reserve Bank's ongoing engagement with the senior management of regulated entities; the previous such meeting was held on January 27, 2025. The meetings were also attended by Deputy Governors Shr...