Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy Calls for Stronger Recycling, Innovation and Jan Bhagidari for Critical Minerals Security

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, today inaugurated the National Seminar on "India's Critical Minerals Recycling Ecosystem and Circular Economy", organised by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, in collaboration with the Materials Recycling Association of India (MRAI), at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi. The day-long seminar brought together policymakers, industry leaders, recyclers, experts, researchers, ...


Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited will continue to play a central role towards achievement of India's clean energy vision: Shri Shripad Yesso Naik

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "SECI's 15-year journey stands as a reflection of India's growing leadership in the global renewable energy transition," said Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy and Power while addressing the gathering at the celebration of the 15th Foundation Day of Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) here today as the Chief Guest. Shri Naik said that SECI has consistently delivered on the...


Preparations Underway for Special Campaign 6 for Institutionalizing Swachhata and Disposal of Pending Matters over Indian Railways

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Special Campaign 6 for institutionalizing Swachhata and minimizing pendency in Government offices has been launched by the Government of India. The campaign is structured into two phases: the Preparatory Phase from 15th to 30th September 2026 for setting targets, followed by the main Implementation Phase from 2nd to 31 October 2026. During the previous Campaign 5.0, the Ministry of Railways demonstrated significant progress by ac...


NHAI Introduces New Guidelines for Design and Development of Access-Controlled High-Speed National Highways

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In line with the Government of India's vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and long-term objective of developing a world-class National Highway network, NHAI has released comprehensive guidelines for the planning and designing of High-Speed Access controlled National Highways, other than Expressways. The guidelines seek to bring uniformity in standards for preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of high-speed National Highway cor...


CSIR-CRRI to lend scientific support and join hands with VMRDA and GVMC for better, safer roads in Visakhapatnam

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A high-level meeting convened by the Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Visakhapatnam, Shri M. Bharath Garu, was held today at the office of the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), Visakhapatnam, to chart a scientific road-improvement programme for the city. A senior delegation of the CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI), New Delhi, led by its Director Dr. Ch. Ravi Sekhar, took part in the meeti...


Dr. Jitendra Singh Applauds Mass Participation in 'Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar 5.0'; 15 Lakh People Take Ocean Conservation Pledge; Coastal cleanup conducted at 231 Locations across 13 States/UTs

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS in the Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today called for stronger coordination among Science Ministries and Departments, development of city-based scientific clusters and wider public outreach of India's scientific achievements. Dr. Jitendra Singh also re...


Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Hosts 'CSIR SciQuiz' on MY Bharat Portal

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has launched the CSIR Science & Innovation Quiz (CSIR SciQuiz) on the MY Bharat (Mera Yuva Bharat) Portal, as part of the activities marking CSIR's 85th Foundation Day celebrations. The quiz is being conducted from 20-26 September 2026 and is open...


NSC Approves Rs.320 Crore under PM-SETU for Kurukshetra ITI Cluster in Haryana; Jindal Naveen Avsar Limited to Partner in Transformation of Seven ITIs

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Steering Committee (NSC) of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has approved a Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) worth Rs.320 crore for the Kurukshetra ITI Cluster in Haryana under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme. Jindal Naveen Avsar Limited will partner with the Government of Haryana as the Anchor Industry Partner for the clus...


Assistive Devices, Elderline and Trained Caregivers Strengthen Support for Senior Citizens

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Social Justice And Empowerment is promoting greater mobility, independent living and timely assistance for senior citizens under the Atal Vayo Abhyudaya Yojana (AVYAY) through the components namely Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana, Elderline and the Training of Geriatric Caregivers. The Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY), launched in 2017 and implemented through the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMC...


From Sanitation Work to Financial Security Karnati Srinivasa Rao's Journey

India, Sept. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Access to affordable credit, capital subsidy and mechanised sanitation equipment can create sustainable livelihood opportunities while promoting safer and more dignified work. Otherwise limited education and a modest income can make it difficult for sanitation workers to meet rising household expenses and build financial security. Karnati Srinivasa Rao, a 53-year-old Safai Karamchari working with the Vijayawada Municipal Corporat...