India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "This is not merely an exhibition of products, but a celebration of self-reliance, dignity and social empowerment." With these words, the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, today inaugurated the Shilp Samagam Mela-2026 at 'Vallabh Sadan', Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad. Extending greetings to all present on the occasion of the upcoming festival of Holi, the Minister stated that the fair symboli...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the Post Budget Webinar on "Technology, Reforms and Finance for Viksit Bharat" on 27th February at around 11:30 AM via video conferencing. The webinar will entail discussions on public capex, infrastructure, banking sector reforms, financial sector architecture, deepening capital markets, and ease of living through tax reforms. The webinar is the first in a series of Post Budget Webin...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu participated in the Bhoomi pujan ceremony of Sri Jagannath Temple at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand today (February 26, 2026). This ceremony was organised by Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust, Jamshedpur. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Mahaprabhu Jagannath is the Lord of the entire universe. His grace showers equally upon all humanity, without any disc...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union government has reconstituted the Hindi Advisory Committee for the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, will serve as the Chairman of the committee, while Minister of State Ms. Anupriya Patel has been appointed as its Vice-Chairperson. An official resolution regarding the reorganization of the panel has been published in the Gazette of India. Diver...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: During the visit to Tripura, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh chaired a District Level Review Meeting in Sepahijala District at the Conference Hall of the Collector Office, Kamalasagar. Addressing the meeting, Dr Jitendra Singh said Northeast has the potential to develop as a Southeast Asia...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth inaugurated Chungthang - Lachen axis and a 400 ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim restored by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). It is a major milestone in post-disaster recovery efforts by BRO following the devastating cloud bursts in May-June 2025, Cyclone Remal in June 2024 and the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in October 2023. To restore the Lines of Communication, BRO cl...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid humble tributes to the great revolutionary Veer Savarkar Ji on his Punya tithi. In a message honoring the freedom fighter, the Prime Minister stated that he dedicated his life to free the country from the chains of slavery. He further remarked that Veer Savarkar Ji's personality and work will continue to inspire every generation for national service. The Prime Minister wrote on X; म&...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, accompanied by the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, visited Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Centre - in Jerusalem today, and paid tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. Prime Minister participated in a solemn ceremony at the Hall of Remembrance. The ceremony was marked by the poignant recital of the "El Maleh Rahamim" by the Cantor. Prime Minister also visited t...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, accompanied by the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Benjamin Netanyahu, visited an exhibition showcasing pioneering Israeli innovations across several sectors on February 25, 2026. The exhibition featured leading companies and research entities specializing in Agri-tech, Water-tech, Climate-tech, Health-biotech, Smart Mobility, AI, Cybersecurity, and Quantum technologies. Innovation and Tech partne...
India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The first round of negotiations for the India-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA), held from 23 to 26 February 2026 in New Delhi, concluded successfully today. The Terms of Reference (ToR) was signed in November 2025, establishing a structured framework for discussions on identified areas to enhance trade and economic cooperation. Presently on a two-day State Visit to Israel, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi while addressing a Spec...