Historic Global AI Summit Concludes; India Firmly Established as Global Hub for Artificial Intelligence Innovation, Governance, Partnerships and Inclusive Growth

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In line with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision, the Government is democratising the development and usage of technology. The focus is using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for solving real-world problems and ultimately improving lives across various sectors. Recognising its importance, the Government of India is working closely with international partners, industry, academia and States to promote responsible and incl...


India Expands Promotion of Cinema and Creative Talent through DCDFC Scheme Implemented by National Film Development Corporation

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S Financial Year Funds Allocated & Disbursed Funds Utilised by NFDC 1 2021-22 84.50 77.69 2 2022-23 127.00 122.78 3. 2023-24 348.12 339.89 4. 2024-25 340.68 324.21 5 2025-26* 232.46 156.86 No. of Screenings/ Approx Delegates/ 2025 International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 380 17,999 2025 World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) - 1,00,000 + 2024 International Film Festival of India (IF...


CENSUS 2027

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases. Questions of Phase I i.e., Houselisting and Housing Census have been notified.  Information on Housing condition, Household particulars including name and sex of the head of the household, amenities available and assets possessed by household will be collected in this phase. Three categories of sex of head of household viz. Male/Female/Transgender will be collected.  Questions...


INDIAN NAVAL SHIP TRIKAND AT PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Naval Ship Trikand, stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, called at Port Louis,  Mauritius on 10 Mar 2026 during her ongoing operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region. During the port call, the ship will participate in the 58th Mauritius National Day celebrations on 12 Mar 2026 with a marching contingent, naval band and integral helicopter for the fly-past at the National Day Parade at Champ de Mars, ...


Railways Pushes Ahead on Rs.836 Crore Kalyan-Murbad New Rail Line; Land Acquisition in Advanced Stages: Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Period Outlay 2009-14 Rs.1,171 crore/year 2025-26 Rs.23,778 crore (More than 20 times) SN Location Details 1 Bandra Terminus 3 Pit Lines have been completed 2 Mumbai Central Platform extension for 24 LHB coaches 3 Jogeshwari 2 additional platforms 4 Dadar 1 additional platform 5 Vasai road 6 platforms, 3 pit lines and 5 stabling lines 6 Panvel-Kalamboli 5 platforms , 4 pit lines and 2 sick lines 7 Kalya...


PRESS RELEASE ON THE 333RD REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT-RELATED PARLIAMENTARY STANDING COMMITTEE ON INDUSTRY

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department-Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Industry (Rajya Sabha), chaired by Shri Tiruchi Siva, presented its Three Hundred and Thirty-Third (333rd) Report on the Demands for Grants (2026-27) of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) to the Parliament on 11th March, 2026. The Report covers the Ministry's budgetary allocations, flagship schemes including PMEGP and PM Vishwakarma, Credit Guarante...


Objectives And Key Features of Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA)

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S. N. States/ UTs 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 Funds Released Fund utilized Funds Released Fund utilized Funds Released Fund utilized Funds Released Fund utilized (as on 28.02.2026) 1 Andaman & Nicobar Islands 0.00 1.03 0.79 1.28 2.12 1.18 1.00 1.81 2 Andhra Pradesh 0.00 5.62 0.00 21.35 2.52 59.64 30.00 35.02 3 Arunachal Pradesh 108.69 132.45 72.09 89.97 70.00 77.94 52.00 54.04 4 Ass...


Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasising on collective strength and resolve for progress and well-being of the nation

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasising on collective strength and resolve for progress and well-being of the nation: "स्वस्ति पन्थामनुचरेम सूर्याचन्द्रमसाविव। &#...


Digital India is advancing digital inclusion through greater access, affordability & strong Digital Public Infrastructure, says Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Year 2014 2025 Internet connectivity 25 Crore 103 Crore Country Approx. Cost per 1 GB (USD) India ~ 0.08 - 0.10 (lowest) Bangladesh ~ 0.23-0.34 Nepal ~ 0.27-0.43 Sri Lanka ~ 0.25-0.35 Pakistan ~ 0.12-0.18 France ~ 0.16-0.20 Germany ~ 2.14 Global Average ~ 2.59 In line with Prime Minister's vision to democratize technology and empower citizens, the Government of India had launched the Digital India programme...


PARLIAMENT QUESTION: Research and Training programmes

India, March 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release:  The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) has undertaken several initiatives to strengthen human resource development in meteorology, oceanography and allied Earth System Science disciplines. These include support for postgraduate and doctoral programmes through its research institutions, provision of fellowships such as JRF, SRF and Research Associateships, and organization of specialized training programmes, workshops and capa...