NBA Releases Patent-linked Access Benefit-sharing of Rs.43.22 Lakh to the Benefit Claimers for the first time

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Andhra Pradesh SBB [Rs.20,66,553] Tamil Nadu SBB [Rs.16,79,482] Odisha SBB [Rs.2,09,965] Uttar Pradesh SBB [Rs.91,500] Madhya Pradesh SBB [Rs.79,547] In a novel initiative, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released patent-linked Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) funds amounting to Rs.43.22 lakh. The funds were generated from Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) applications that utilised Indian biological resources f...


Secretary Ayush Underscores Ayurveda's Central Role in Holistic Healthcare at CII Annual Health Summit 2025

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH, addressed today the 22nd CII Annual Health Summit 2025 in New Delhi, underscoring Ayurveda's pivotal role in shaping the future of holistic healthcare in India. He urged hospitals and healthcare providers to fully harness the vast potential of Ayurveda by actively integrating Ayurvedic therapies, wellness treatments, detoxification, and yoga with modern medical services. Shri Kot...


66.91% voter turnout overall; Highest since 1st Bihar elections in 1951

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Female Male Total Electors % Electors % Electors % Phase -I* 1,76,77,219 69.04% 1,98,35,325 61.56% 3,75,13,302 65.08% Phase - II** 1,74,68,572 74.03% 1,95,44,041 64.1% 3,70,13,556 68.76% Total 3,51,45,791 71.6% 3,93,79,366 62.8% 7,45,26,858 66.91% PHASE-I PHASE-II TOTAL POLL PARTICIPATION 65.08% 68.76% 66.91% NUMBER OF RE-POLLS Scrutiny on 12.11.2025 - ELECTORATE 3,75,13,302 3,70,13,556 7,...


Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav reviews Air Quality Situation in Delhi NCR; Requests Authorities from NCR States to submit Concrete Action Taken Reports on Air Pollution Management

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Chairing a high-level review meeting on Air Pollution in Delhi NCR today, Union Minister for Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, asked all concerned State/UT authorities to submit concrete action taken reports on air pollution management efforts undertaken in their respective fields. This was the 4th such review meeting to assess the ongoing measures for the prevention and control of air pollution in the ...


Prime Minister receives audience with the King of Bhutan

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received today an audience with His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in Thimphu. The two leaders exchanged views to further enhance and strengthen bilateral ties. They also held discussions on regional and global issues of mutual interest. His Majesty conveyed condolences on the loss of lives in the Delhi tragedy. Prime Minister conveyed his appreciation for the guiding v...


Dr Jitendra Singh suggests Intergenerational Synergy among Gen X, Y, Z for optimum outcomes in nation building;

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh has emphasised intergenerational synergy among Gen X, Y, Z for optimum outcomes in nation building. Speaking at the CII Health Conclave Special Plenary on ""Empowering Senior Care", Dr. Jitendra Singh ca...


TRAI Assesses Network Quality Across Shillong city and East Khasi Hills district in the State of Meghalaya under North - East Licensed Service Area

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Summary-Voice services Summary-Data services Call Setup Success Rate: Airtel, BSNL, RJIL and VIL have call setup success rate of 96.34%, 73.63%, 99.12% and 80.20% respectively in Auto-selection mode (5G/4G/3G/2G). Data Download performance (Overall): Average download speed of Airtel (5G/4G/2G) is 55.11 Mbps, BSNL (4G/3G/2G) is 0.98 Mbps, RJIL (5G/4G) is 157.15 Mbps and VIL (4G/2G) is 17.32 Mbps. Call Setup Time: Airtel, BSNL, R...


Hon'ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu to confer the First Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Awards on 18th November 2025

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Annexure I Sr. Category Rank State Completed Work Best Performing State/Union Territory Best Performing State/Union Territory Best Performing State/Union Territory Sr. Zone Category Rank State District Completed Works Cash prize (In Cr) 4 Category 1 1 UTTAR PRADESH MIRZAPUR 35509 2 5 Category 1 2 UTTAR PRADESH VARANASI 24409 2 6 Category 1 3 UTTAR PRADESH JALAUN 16279 2 7 Category 1 1 CHHATT...


Need to build systems and ecosystems to make creation & adoption of new tech seamless, swift and self-sustaining: Raksha Mantri

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: For India to move from a consumer to a creator of technology, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has underlined the need to not only acquire new innovations, but create the conditions where niche products thrive through sound processes, agile institutions, and a spirit of collaboration that unites the soldier, the scientist, the start-up & the strategist. He was delivering the inaugural address at the Delhi Defence Dialogue, organise...


Operation Sindoor is a compelling example of modern warfare; Precision strike capabilities, network-centric ops, digitised intelligence & multi-domain tactics were effectively deployed within a compressed time-frame: CDS

India, Nov. 11 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "Operation Sindoor is a compelling example of modern warfare, where precision strike capabilities, network-centric operations, digitised intelligence, and multi-domain tactics were effectively deployed within a compressed time-frame," said Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan in his special address on 'Impact of Technology on Modern Warfare' at the Delhi Defence Dialogue in New Delhi on November 11, 2025. The CDS under...