The Ministry of Steel will organise an open house on March 23, 2026, to address industry concerns related to steel imports. The session will take place at Steel Room, GPOA-3 building in Netaji Nagar, New Delhi, and is open to companies and industry associations that wish to present specific issues. Key Highlights Focus on Import-Related…
The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, a major international conference and exhibition on the power sector, will be held from March 19 to 22 at Yashobhoomi. The event is expected to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts from across India and over 80 countries to discuss the future of electricity and clean energy. Key Highlights Global…
The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation convened a high-level stakeholder consultation in the capital to discuss the revival of export-oriented industrial clusters announced in the Union Budget. The meeting, held at Vanijya Bhawan, brought together representatives from industry bodies, financial institutions, research organisations, and government departments. Key Highlights Push for Holistic Cluster Development Participants stressed…
With India emerging as the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has announced a series of measures aimed at improving passenger convenience, transparency, and accessibility. The new directives, issued through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), focus on standardising airline practices and enhancing the overall travel experience. Key Highlights Focus…
The Centre has announced that nuclear power projects in India will benefit from zero customs duty on key imported equipment and fuel, a move aimed at reducing costs and speeding up project execution. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said the policy is expected to make nuclear energy more…
The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Wednesday delivered a farewell address in the Upper House for 59 members set to retire between April and July 2026. These members represent 20 states across India, including nine women parliamentarians. Key Highlights Constitutional Process Ensures Continuity The Chairman explained that the retirement of members…
Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam, highlighting the importance of courage, self-confidence, and inner strength in overcoming life’s challenges. Message of Strength and Determination In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister underlined that nothing is impossible for a person filled with determination and resolve. “Those who are full of courage and…
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…
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing marked its 39th Foundation Day with senior government officials and industry leaders highlighting its crucial role in strengthening India’s position in advanced technologies and digital innovation. Driving India’s Technological Leadership S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), addressed the event virtually and praised…
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will organise a two-day national workshop on Monitoring Frameworks of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environment Accounts, and Gender Statistics on March 18–19, 2026, in Patna. The workshop is being co-organised with the Government of Bihar, with technical support from the United Nations Development Programme. Strengthening Data for Better Governance…
The India Tourism Development Corporation, under the Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, inaugurated a capacity building programme for tribal homestay owners at Hotel Samrat. The initiative aims to promote community-based tourism while enhancing hospitality skills among tribal homestay operators across India. Boosting Community-Based Tourism The programme is designed to…
New Delhi, March 17, 2026:Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday attended a special event at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre to mark a major milestone five billion meals served by the Akshaya Patra Foundation. The event celebrated the foundation’s contribution to child nutrition and education across India. A Remarkable Achievement in Nation-Building Addressing the gathering, the President…
