SAIL powers INS Taragiri with indigenous special steel

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Steel Authority of India Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, has played a significant role in the commissioning of INS Taragiri, the fourth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) stealth frigates, inducted into the Indian Navy on April 03, 2026. The warship has been constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited using the full requirement of approximately 4,000 tonnes of special gr...


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah extends greetings on National Maritime Day

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah extended his greetings to the personnel of India's maritime sector on the occasion of National Maritime Day. In a post on X, Shri Amit Shah said, "Greetings to the personnel of India's maritime sector on National Maritime Day. Your professionalism and courage have played a crucial role in steering the nation's growth, whether in peacetime or during trying times. The n...


Farmers will get guidance from scientists at advanced agriculture festival in Raisen: Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 'Advanced Agriculture Festival 2026 - Exhibition and Training' in Raisen will provide farmers with guidance from the country's eminent agricultural scientists, while technologies to convert stubble into 'waste to wealth' and a three‑day continuous training programme will elevate farmers' farming to a new level. Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that dur...


Prime Minister recalls India's Maritime Heritage on National Maritime Day

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on the occasion of National Maritime Day, recalled India's rich maritime heritage and acknowledged the invaluable contribution of all those associated with the sector. Shri Modi stated that the dedication of individuals in the maritime sector strengthens the nation's economy, trade and connectivity. The Prime Minister further reaffirmed the government's commitment to harness the immense pote...


Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah pays tributes to Babu Jagjivan Ram on his birth anniversary

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah paid his tributes to Babu Jagjivan Ram on his birth anniversary. In a post on X, Shri Amit Shah said, "Humble tributes to the pioneer of social justice, Babu Jagjivan Ram, on his birth anniversary. He dedicated his entire life to the service of the nation and social justice. He made an unparalleled contribution to the freedom struggle and firmly opposed divisive force...


Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan takes cognisance of heavy rainfall, hailstorms in several states

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has taken cognisance of the heavy rainfall and hailstorms that occurred in several states. Shri Chouhan has directed officials of the Agriculture Ministry to review the crop damage caused by hailstorms and heavy rains. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has instructed officials to contact authorities in the concerned states and g...


Rich tributes were paid to Babu Jagjivan  Ram on his 119th birth anniversary

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the occasion of 119th Birth Anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram on 5th April, 2026, Babu Jagjivan Ram National Foundation and Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India organized a Floral Tribute function at Samta Sthal, the Samadhi of Babuji, Delhi Gate, New Delhi, from 7.30 am to 8.00 am and Sarva Dharam prarthana at 6, Krishna Menon Marg, New Delhi at 9.30 A.M Floral Tributes were paid by Former President of ...


Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 Concludes with Grand Closing Ceremony; Top Tribal Artisans and Sellers Felicitated

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Bharat Tribes Fest 2026, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs organised in association with TRIFED, concluded today with a grand closing ceremony at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, marking the culmination of a 19-day celebration of tribal culture, craftsmanship, and enterprise. The closing ceremony witnessed the felicitation of top-performing tribal artisans and sellers across ten categories-Pottery, Cane & Bamboo, J...


Prime Minister extends Easter Greetings

India, April 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended greetings on the occasion of Easter. The Prime Minister said that this sacred day celebrates hope and renewal. He expressed that Easter may bring peace, joy and brightness to everyone's lives. Shri Modi further stated that the teachings of Jesus Christ should inspire all to be kind and strengthen the spirit of togetherness in society. The Prime Minister wrote on X; "Greetings...


ATTRACTING TOURISTS IN NER

India, April 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Tourism promotes tourism in the North Eastern Region (NER) through a range of initiatives. The Ministry organises the International Tourism Mart on a rotational basis in the North Eastern States to showcase tourism products and destinations to domestic and international buyers, media and influencers. Thirteen editions of the Mart have been held so far, with the last (13th) edition conducted in Sikkim in November 202...