India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To commemorate Independence Day, the Indian Air Force Band is set to perform at the Public Plaza, Param Yodha Sthal, National War Memorial, New Delhi, on 09 Aug 26 from 1700 hrs to 1800 hrs. This spectacular display of musical patriotism aims to foster national pride through public engagement while celebrating 150 years of the National Song, 'Vande Mataram'. A team of musicians comprising 32 Airmen and 8 Agniveervayu (including thr...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 57th Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi was held today at the Institute campus in the presence of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. In his address, the Prime Minister congratulated the graduating students and highlighted the importance of innovation, research, and emerging technologies in shaping India's growth trajectory. The Prime Minister noted that India was entering new frontiers and ...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major boost for Indian students aspiring to study abroad, the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has partnered with the Association of Australian Education Representatives in India (AAERI) to launch 'AAERI Verify'. Integrated directly with DigiLocker, this digital platform will enable secure, paperless, and consent-based verification of academic, identity,...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: No charges for users: Consumers making payments will not face any transaction charges. P2P transactions free: All Person-to-Person transactions will continue to be free of charge. Nominal MDR for merchants: As and when MDR charges are introduced, they will apply only to a limited set of merchant transactions, above a certain threshold, at a nominal rate, far lower than debit or credit card MDRs. Vast majority of the transactions ...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Amid recent media reports on moisture and chloride in EBMS (E20 Petrol), OMCs carried out a nationwide additional intensive testing covering the entire EBMS supply chain. The findings reaffirm that fuel quality remains consistently well within prescribed limits. Contrary to certain assertions being made, based on extensive random testing through scientifically designed tests, the evidence shows that there is no cause for any alarm o...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a significant step towards improving passenger convenience and optimising train operations, Indian Railways has approved the merger of 14109/14110 Chitrakutdham Karwi-Kanpur Central Express and 14123/14124 Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh-Kanpur Central Express as 14123/14124 Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh-Chitrakutdham Karwi Express. The merger will improve direct connectivity between Maa Belha Devi Dham Pratapgarh and Chitrakutd...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways has approved the introduction of the daily Train No. 51673/51674 Itarsi-Madan Mahal Passenger, marking a significant step towards strengthening rail connectivity across central Madhya Pradesh. The new passenger service will strengthen rail connectivity between Itarsi and Jabalpur (Madan Mahal), while improving travel options for passengers at key intermediate stations. Train No. 51673 Itarsi-Madan Mahal Passenger wi...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Jaipur, 7 August 2026: In a significant step towards promoting sustainable, cost-effective and environmentally friendly road construction and maintenance technologies, CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI), New Delhi, presented its indigenously developed Modified Mix Seal Surfacing Plus (MSS+) Technology before Mr. V. Srinivas, IAS, Chief Secretary, Government of Rajasthan at Rajasthan Secretariat. The technical presenta...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: New Delhi, 8 August 2026: CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR), New Delhi, successfully organised a two-day Skill Training Program on "Popular Science Writing" during 6-7 August 2026 under the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative (Phase III). The program aimed to strengthen the science communication and writing skills of researchers, academicians, scientists, students, IT professionals, and R&D p...
India, Aug. 8 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, and Vice-President, CSIR, Dr Jitendra Singh today called for taking the work of scientific institutions closer to society by systematically showcasing their technologies, success stories and societal applications, while dedicat...