India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Did You Know? A spacecraft destined for geosynchronous or geostationary orbit is generally first placed in an elliptical Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). This orbit has a low perigee (closest point to Earth) and a high apogee (farthest point from Earth). For a conventional GTO, the apogee is approximately 35,786 km above Earth's surface. Near apogee, the spacecraft fires its onboard propulsion system to raise its perigee and cir...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced Balidan Shatabdi Samaroh of Swami Shraddhanand Ji at Gurukul, Kurukshetra, Haryana today (November 1, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President paid her tribute to Swami Shraddhanand Ji on the 100th anniversary of his martyrdom. She said that his life journey from Munshiram to Mahatma Munshiram and eventually to Swami Shraddhanand is deeply inspiring. The President said that ...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced the 'Hirak Jayanti' celebration on the 60th year of the formation of the state of Haryana at Kurukshetra, Haryana today (November 1, 2026). Addressing the gathering, the President congratulated the people of Haryana for making significant contributions to various facets of India's journey of progress. She said that this land, which spread the eternal message of Bhagwan Krishna's se...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today inaugurated the National Organ Transplant Games 2026 at Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President described the Games as a celebration of courage, determination, compassion and the precious gift of life. He congratulated the Renal Care Foundation, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO), Mini...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has highlighted Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train as a major boost to rail connectivity. Shri Modi said that Vande Bharat Sleeper train marks another significant boost to connectivity between Bengaluru and Mumbai, making travel more convenient and enhancing inter-state connectivity. He said that the service will benefit people across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, partic...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 on 2 November at around 4:30 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. The four-day Summit will be held from 2 to 5 November 2026. The theme of the Summit is 'Invest. Innovate. Inspire.' Bharat RE 2026 will attract participants from over 130 countries, including more than 40 Ministers, along...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended greetings to the people of Tamil Nadu on the occasion of Tamil Nadu Day, today. Shri Modi said that the hardworking and enterprising people of Tamil Nadu have made outstanding contributions to India's progress. From manufacturing, automobiles and textiles to electronics, space technology, healthcare and emerging industries, the state has distinguished itself through innovation, sk...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended greetings to the people of Karnataka on the occasion of Kannada Rajyotsava, today. Shri Modi said that Karnataka is a land of rich traditions, remarkable achievements and immense possibilities. Its glorious heritage and timeless customs have enriched our nation's cultural fabric. "The people of Karnataka have distinguished themselves through their hard work, enterprise and remark...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended greetings to the people of Keralam on the occasion of Keralappiravi, today. Shri Modi said that this special day celebrates the vibrant traditions and extraordinary spirit of Keralam. Blessed with abundant natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage, the state has always held a cherished place in the nation's history. "The greatest strength of Kerala lies in its people, whose ded...
India, Nov. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended greetings to the people of Haryana on the occasion of the State Foundation Day, today. Shri Modi said that Haryana, adorned with a glorious history, remarkable valour and rich cultural heritage, is a source of pride for the nation. Its folk traditions and vibrant rural culture have always enriched India's cultural heritage. "The people of Haryana have demonstrated their talent an...