India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), under the Ministry, has undertaken district-wise and long-term analysis of rainfall variability and trends across the country, which are critical for assessing drought and flood risks. IMD has been issuing impact-based forecasts and early warnings for extreme weather events such as cyclones, heatwaves, cold waves, and heavy rainfall, enabling quicker evacuations and mitigation measures. IM...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways has achieved significant milestones in both passenger operations and freight during 2025-26, setting new records in cargo transport while also reporting robust growth in passenger traffic and revenue. These achievements reflect sustained improvements in operational efficiency, capacity enhancement, and the growing reliance on rail-based transportation by both key sectors of the economy and everyday commuters. Togeth...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To strengthen mental health services, the Government of India implements National Mental Health Programme (NMHP), which includes postpartum mothers. The District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) component of the NMHP has been sanctioned for implementation in 767 districts for which support is provided to States/UTs through the National Health Mission. Facilities made available under DMHP at the Community Health Centre (CHC) and Prima...
India, April 1 -- 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 today highlighted the Government's sustained efforts to nurture scientific temper among the youth, stating that the Yuva Vigyani Karyakram (YUVIKA) is playing a main role in inspiring school students to pursue careers in space science. Responding to ...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The SHANTI Act which has received the assent of President of India on 21st December, 2025 allows private sector participation for setting up a nuclear facility, or to carry out activities for the production, use and disposal of nuclear energy under a license from the Central Government and safety authorization of the Regulatory Board. This Act has been enacted for the promotion and development of nuclear energy and ionising radiati...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As per the exam notification published by SSC, the Constable (GD) Examination 2026 is scheduled to be conducted in 130 cities across the country including six cities in West Bengal. Similarly, for the CGL Examination 2025, 135 cities across the country including six cities in West Bengal were designated as exam centres. The following cities in West Bengal have been designated as centres for the aforementioned SSC examinations - 1...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, celebrated its 8th Foundation Day on 1st April 2026 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, NESTS continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing education for tribal communities across the country. ...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Digitalisation and technological upgradation consisting of various modules related to data collection, processing, analysis and dissemination have been undertaken for improvement of the Official Statistical System by the Ministry. Further, Data Innovation Lab component under Capacity Developm  ent Scheme has been launched for incorporating emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning ...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Track renewed ~ 54600 Km No. of stations in Name of the stations in Aspirational Districts 157 Abu Road, Anugraha Narayan Road, Araku, Arariaya Court, Bahraich, Balangir, Balrampur, Period Number of Bio-Toilet fitted 2004-2014 9,587 2014- Till February 2026 3,66,250 Year Consequential Accidents 2014-15 135 2025-26 (upto 25.03.2026) 15 (89% lesser) Year Accident Index 2014-15 0.11 2024-25 0.03 (73% lesser) 20...
India, April 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, has termed the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha today as a watershed moment in the journey of Andhra Pradesh. By conferring legal sanctity on Amaravati as the sole capital, the Bill removes a long-pending structural uncertainty that has impacted governance, investment, and growth. He...