CAQM Invokes GRAP Stage-I in Delhi-NCR as Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor' Category

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) Sub-Committee on the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) today invoked all actions under Stage-I of the extant GRAP with immediate effect across the entire NCR, after Delhi's daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded 226, placing it in the 'Poor' category (AQI range: 201-300), as per the daily AQI Bulletin of the Central Pollution C...


Government Constitutes AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) to Lead India's National AI Governance Strategy

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has constituted the AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG), a high-level inter-ministerial body that will serve as India's central institutional mechanism for AI governance policy development and coordination. The constitution of the AIGEG gives formal effect to institutional recommendations made in India's AI Governance Guidelines and the Econ...


INS SUDARSHINI ARRIVES AT CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship, INS Sudarshini, made port call at Casablanca, Morocco on 15 Apr 2026, as part of its ongoing transoceanic deployment under Lokayan 26. The ship's arrival at this prominent port marks an important milestone in the expedition and reflects Indian Navy's sustained efforts to enhance maritime engagement in line with the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across...


Centre for Development of Telematics excels in Intellectual Property creation with expanding portfolio of Patents and Awardees

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), premier R&D centre under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, successfully hosted the Annual IP Awards Ceremony 2026 at its Bengaluru campus, celebrating excellence in Intellectual Property (IP) and honouring innovators who are shaping India's indigenous telecom ecosystem. The event served as a platform to recognise creativity, dedication, and breakthro...


Government Notifies India's First Chip Fabrication Plant at SEZ Dholera

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Sl. No. Name of the entity Date of notification Land Area Proposed Proposed Type of Operation 1. M/s Micron Semiconductor Technology India Pvt. Ltd 23rd June, 2025 37.64 13,000 20,786 Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging Unit 2. M/s. Hubballi Durable Goods Cluster Private Limited 23rd June, 2025 11.549 100 4,360 Electronics Components Manufacturing and services 3. M/s CG Semi Pvt. Ltd. 23rd September, 20...


Ministry of Coal to Launch 15th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions and Organise Stakeholder Consultation on 17.04.26 in Mumbai

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Coal is set to organize a Stakeholder Consultation on "Atmanirbhar Bharat: Coal for Energy Security", along with the launch of the 15th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions, on 17 April 2026. The event will be held in Mumbai and will be graced by Shri Vikram Dev Dutt Secretary, Ministry of Coal, as the Chief Guest.  The initiative reflects the Ministry's sustained commitment to supporting India's growing ene...


Ground incident involving SpiceJet and Akasa aircraft at IGI Airport; DGCA initiates inquiry

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A ground incident occurred today at IGI Airport, New Delhi, involving a SpiceJet B737-700 aircraft (SG-124, Leh-Delhi) and an Akasa Air B737 MAX 8 aircraft (QP-1406, Delhi-Hyderabad) near bay No. 106 at Terminal 1. During taxiing, the right winglet of the SpiceJet aircraft came into contact with the left horizontal stabilizer of the Akasa aircraft. Both aircraft sustained damage and have been grounded for inspection and rectificat...


General Election to Legislative Assemblies and bye-elections 2026

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


India positioning itself as a global player in clean energy; there is an integrated push on hydrogen, nuclear and innovation: Dr. Jitendra Singh

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh said here today that India is steadily positioning itself as a global player in the Clean Energy landscape through a calibrated mix of policy support, technological innovation, and industry participation. The Minister said the country is simultaneou...


Union Minister for Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav inaugurates Ayush Chintan Shivir 2026

India, April 16 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, inaugurated "Chintan Shivir 2026" today in New Delhi. The 2-day strategic brainstorming event will witness various sessions dedicated to diverse Ayush domains and is scheduled to conclude on April 17, 2026, to discuss key policies, strengthen institutions, and plan the future of the Ayush sector. Sp...