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The Ministry of Railways has approved two key infrastructure projects in Gujarat and Bihar to improve connectivity and ease congestion on busy rail routes. Announced on March 24, 2026, the projects include a Rail Over Rail (RoR) flyover at Kosamba in Gujarat and a rail bypass at Bhagalpur in Bihar, with a combined investment of…
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan told the Lok Sabha on March 24, 2026, that several government initiatives have contributed to increasing farmers’ incomes, with many reportedly seeing their earnings double in recent years. Speaking during a parliamentary discussion, the minister outlined measures taken by the Centre to ensure fair prices, income security, and risk…
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through its platform Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), organised a nationwide padyatra on Shaheed Diwas (March 23, 2026), drawing participation from youth across all 763 districts in India. The initiative, held under the theme “Mera Bharat, Meri Zimmedari”, aimed to encourage young citizens to actively engage in nation-building…
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Bengaluru, in collaboration with district authorities, will organise a ‘Vartalap’ workshop for media representatives in Raichur on March 25, 2026. The workshop will focus on enhancing awareness and understanding of Centrally Sponsored Schemes among journalists, with sessions led by officials from multiple departments. Key Announcements / Highlights Purpose of the…
A national-level meeting of power ministers from states and Union Territories was held during the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, focusing on energy security, sector reforms, and improving power distribution. The meeting was chaired by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and attended by senior officials from central ministries and state governments. Key Highlights Focus on…
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has invited global bids to establish manufacturing facilities for sintered rare earth permanent magnets (REPM) in India. The move is part of a government-backed scheme aimed at strengthening domestic production of critical components used in sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defence. Key Highlights Boosting Domestic Manufacturing The tender invites…
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework to include solar ingots and wafers, a key step in strengthening India’s solar manufacturing ecosystem. The new provision, called ALMM List-III, will come into effect from June 1, 2028, according to an official announcement. Key Highlights Strengthening Domestic…
The government has said that the WAVES OTT platform, launched by Prasar Bharati in November 2024, has crossed 84 lakh registered users. The update was shared in a written reply in the Lok Sabha by Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan. Key Highlights Expansion of Digital Public Broadcasting The WAVES OTT platform was…
Amit Shah paid tribute to former Defence Minister and ex-Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on his death anniversary, remembering him as a dedicated nationalist leader and a humble public servant. Tribute on Punyatithi In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Amit Shah honoured Parrikar’s contributions to the nation and described him as a leader whose…
