Minister of State for Defence releases 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' special issue of 'Sashakt Bharat', in-house magazine of the Ministry of Defence

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Minister of State for Defence , Shri Sanjay Seth, released the " Ek Bharat , Shreshtha Bharat " special issue of the Ministry of Defence 's in-house magazine , " Sashakt Bharat , " in New Delhi on August 13 , 2026. Speaking on the occasion , the Minister of State for Defence stated that India 's cultural , linguistic , and geographical diversity is unparalleled in the world . He added that despite diverse traditions , lifestyles ,...


Olectra Delivers Strong Q1 FY27 Performance with 66% Revenue Growth

India, Aug. 14 -- Revenue rises to 575.5 crore, while EBITDA grows 30% to 72.9 crore Olectra Greentech Limited, India's leading electric mobility company, today announced its financial results for Q1 FY27. The company delivered a strong performance during the quarter, driven by healthy electric vehicle deliveries, sustained customer demand, continued order execution and improved operating leverage. Revenue grew 66% to 575.5 crore, while EBITDA increased 30% to 72.9 crore, compared to the corresp...


Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Launches the "S&T Cluster Annual Report 2025-2026"

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India launched the "Science and Technology (S&T) Clusters Annual Report 2025-26" under the chairmanship of Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser during a meeting held on 13 August 2026. The launch was also attended by Dr (Mrs) Parvinder Maini, Scientific Secretary; Dr Vishal Choudhary, Scientist-F; Dr Santhosh Nair, Scientist-D; and Dr Shefali Uttam, ...


PRESIDENT OF INDIA TO ADDRESS THE NATION TOMORROW ON THE EVE OF 80TH INDEPENDENCE DAY

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu will address the nation tomorrow (August 14, 2026) on the eve of the 80th Independence Day. The address will be broadcast from 1900 hrs. on the entire national network of Akashvani and telecast over all channels of Doordarshan in Hindi followed by the English version. Broadcast of the address in Hindi and English on Doordarshan will be followed by broadcast in regional languages by region...


PRESIDENT OF INDIA PRESENTS SANGEET NATAK AKADEMI FELLOWSHIPS AND SANGEET NATAK AKADEMI AWARDS FOR THE YEAR 2024 AND 2025

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu presented Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards to the eminent artists for the year 2024 and 2025 in New Delhi today (August 13, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the performing artists honoured today collectively present a cultural map of India-a map woven with stories and songs native to this soil; a map that encompasses the dances and...


INDIA AND KENYA SHARE HISTORICAL AND MULTIFACETED RELATIONS GOING BACK OVER MILLENNIA: LOK SABHA SPEAKER

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla today said that India and Kenya share historical and multifaceted relations dating back millennia. He noted that regular high-level engagements have continuously strengthened the bilateral relationship between the two countries. Shri Birla made these remarks during his bilateral meeting with Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses M. Wetang'ula, EGH, Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya, at the Parliament House C...


Prime Minister shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam, highlighting determination, perseverance, and continuous effort in overcoming life's challenges

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam today, highlighting the power of determination, perseverance, and courage in overcoming life's challenges and turning adverse circumstances into favorable ones. The Prime Minister wrote on X; "दैवं पुरुषकारेण यः समर्थः प्&#23...


Vice President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan Meets Parliamentary Delegation from Kenya

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Hon'ble Vice President of India and Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan today held a warm and substantive meeting with the Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses M. Wetang'ula, EGH, MP, Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya, who is leading a Parliamentary Delegation from Kenya on a bilateral visit to India. During the meeting, the Vice-President highlighted the close parliamentary ties between India and Kenya and expressed India...


TEXT OF THE VALEDICTORY REMARKS MADE BY THE HON'BLE CHAIRMAN, RAJYA SABHA AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE 271ST SESSION OF RAJYA SABHA

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: CHAIRMAN: Hon'ble Members, As the 271st Session of the Rajya Sabha draws to a close, I reflect on its proceedings with deep concern. It is a matter of regret that the Session was marked by persistent disorder and frequent disruptions, which repeatedly derailed the business of the House. The loss of precious working hours also deprived the House of meaningful discussion and debate on matters of national importance. Despite these d...


Dr. Padma Gurmet Conferred UT Ladakh State Award 2025 for Exemplary Service to Sowa-Rigpa Medicine

India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director, National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, Leh, has been conferred the UT Ladakh State Award for the year 2025 in recognition of his contribution to the preservation, promotion and development of the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine in Ladakh. The award was conferred by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, during the UT State Awards ceremony, where 36 distinguished individuals were honoured for th...