Cabinet approves Commitment of Rs.10,000 Crore towards establishment of the SME Growth Fund for direct equity investments in Small and Medium Enterprises to create future champions

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved the Government of India's commitment of Rs.10,000 crore towards the establishment of the SME Growth Fund (SGF) aimed at catalysing growth-oriented capital for India's Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and enabling the emergence of champion Indian enterprises across manufacturing, services, technology, innovation-driven sectors, and strategic value chai...


Asian Games 2026

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Understanding the Asian Games 2026 Emblem The colour and design of the official emblem combine local and cultural significance with dynamics of sports. While the curves represent liveliness, the purple, gold, and green centre lines evoke the image of people uniting and advancing towards a bright red sun-the official symbol of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). Purple represents Aichi's prefectural flower, the iris; gold symbolizes ...


PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES THE FIRST CONVOCATION OF AIIMS BILASPUR

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced the first convocation of AIIMS Bilaspur in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, today (October 6, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the primary objective of the medical profession should be to serve humanity. She highlighted that a sick person visiting a doctor carries not only the fear and uncertainty associated with their illness but also hope. She emphasised that t...


STRONG DEMOCRACIES ARE BUILT ON DIALOGUE, DIVERSE VIEWS AND MEANINGFUL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: LOK SABHA SPEAKER

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Silver Jubilee celebrations programme marking 25 years of the Goa Legislative Assembly Building was inaugurated today by Governor, Goa, Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju. Addressing the inaugural ceremony, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla emphasised that strong democracies are built on dialogue, diverse views and meaningful public participation. Noting that legislatures are forum for discussion, dialogue, debate and exchange o...


Prime Minister shares an article on how India's water-governance model is offering useful lessons for the wider Global South

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today, shared an article on how India's water-governance model is offering useful lessons for the wider Global South. Shri Modi said that water security is not only about building infrastructure but also about good planning, strong local systems and involving communities in managing water. "India's journey from water reforms in Gujarat to large-scale national programmes offers a practical ex...


Cabinet passes resolution congratulating Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 25 Years of Unbroken Leadership

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet today passed a resolution congratulating Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on completing 25 years of continuous leadership as head of government. Far more than a customary tribute, it celebrates the extraordinary journey of PM Modi guided by principle of Nation First and Citizen First. Three overwhelming mandates in Gujarat and support in three successive Lok Sabha elections reflect the enduring trust that public h...


Cabinet approves setting up of Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved the setting up of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), namely, Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority (ITLA) to strengthen research, planning, appraisal, monitoring and impact assessment within the broad domains of Transportation and Logistics. The approval seeks to address the long-standing challenges arising from fragmented planning and implementation...


ECI Clarifies Protocol for Meetings with Political Delegations, Says No Political Party Sought Appointment Before 4 PM Today

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Ministry of Coal holds Special Drive with focus on E-waste Management as part of Special Campaign 6

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: WCL NCL ECL CCL SECL MCL CIL BCCL SCCL NLCIL CMPFO CMPDI In accordance with the guidelines of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) regarding Special Campaign 6, Ministry of Coal has held a special drive with focus on E-Waste Management across all the coalfield offices on 6th October, 2026. 2152 employees across 74 field offices participated in this special drive. A one-day workshop on "...


Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia's Vision and Sustained Efforts Set the Stage for a New Industrial Era in Gwalior

India, Oct. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Follow DoT Handles for more: - X - https://x.com/DoT_India Insta- https://www.instagram.com/department_of_telecom?igshMXUxbHFjd3llZTU0YQ Fb - https://www.facebook.com/DoTIndia Youtube: https://youtube.com/@departmentoftelecom?siDALnhYkt89U5jAaa In a major step towards realising Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat and strengthening India's telecom manufacturing capabilities, Union Minister for C...