Prime Minister of Croatia meets Prime Minister Modi

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister of Croatia, HE Mr. Andrej Plenković met the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today in New Delhi. Both leaders discussed how to add momentum to our bilateral partnership in areas such as technology, innovation, shipbuilding, blue economy and boosting connectivity through the IMEEC corridor. In separate posts on X, Shri Modi said: "Held fruitful discussions with the Prime Minister of Croatia, Mr. Andrej Plenko...


Prime Minister meets with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, H.E. Mr. Olzhas Bektenov, in New Delhi today, on the margins of the AI Impact Summit, hosted by India. Prime Minister appreciated participation of Prime Minister Bektenov in the AI Impact Summit, which underscores the shared commitment of both nations to leverage technology for social good, and economic growth. The two leaders reviewed bil...


62nd Meeting of the Railway Hindi Advisory Committee Held at Rail Bhavan

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 62nd meeting of the Railway Hindi Advisory Committee was held at Rail Bhavan today. The meeting took place, under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries, Shri Ravneet Singh Bittu, Hon'ble Minister of State for Railways, Shri V. Somanna; Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Shri Raj Kumar Chahar; Hon'ble Members of the Committee - Dr. Arun Kumar (former MP), Shri Kuntak Mishra, Smt. Sa...


MoHUA Organises Stakeholder Dialogue on Municipal Bonds to Strengthen Urban Financing

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri Pramod Rao, Former Executive Director, SEBI, shared the regulatory viewpoint on facilitating a conducive environment for municipal bond issuances. Shri Suprio Banerjee, Vice President & Co-Group Head, ICRA, spoke on credit rating of ULBs and the importance of fiscal discipline, transparency,accurate and timely financial reporting and robust revenue streams. Shri Umesh Khandelwal, Chief Business Officer, TIPSON Group, present...


Prime Minister of Finland meets Prime Minister Modi

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister of Finland, HE Mr. Petteri Orpo met the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in Delhi today. Both nations aim to double trade, thus giving a strong boost to economic linkages. Both leaders discussed enhancing cooperation in futuristic technologies like 6G, innovation, clean energy, biofuels, circular economy and more. In separate posts on X, Shri Modi said: "Held extensive discussions with the Prime Minister of Fin...


President of Serbia meets Prime Minister

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Reforms in Maritime Sector Drive Landmark Shipbuilding Project

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: New Delhi, 18 February 2026: India's ongoing maritime sector reforms are translating into concrete outcomes in shipbuilding and green shipping, with the signing of a contract between global shipping major CMA CGM and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the construction of six 1,700 TEU LNG-fuelled feeder container vessels, signed at an event held in New Delhi today. The ceremony was attended by the Minister of State for Ports, Shipp...


India's Strengthened Sports Ecosystem

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Takeaways "The Sports Sector provides multiple means of employment, skilling and job opportunities. Taking forward the systematic nurturing of sports talent which is set in motion through the Khelo India programme, I propose to launch a Khelo India Mission to transform the Sports sector over the next decade." Introduction Sports has emerged as a critical pillar of youth development, employment generation and national aspirat...


English rendering of PM's speech during inauguration of India-France Innovation Forum in Mumbai

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Your Excellency, my dear friend President Macron, innovators from both nations, greetings! Bonjour! Today, two of the world's great innovation hubs are coming together. When we speak of India and France, our relationship is not only about innovation but also about trust and shared values. With this spirit, President Macron and I have decided to celebrate the year 2026 as the India-France Year of Innovation. This is not just a cele...


Union Environment Minister Announces Birth of Three Cheetah Cubs at Kuno National Park

India, Feb. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shri Bhupender Yadav today announced that Kuno National Park has recorded the birth of three cheetah cubs. In a social media post on 'X', Shri Yadav stated that the cubs were born to Gamini, a South African cheetah and a second-time mother. The birth has taken place on the occasion of completion of three years since the arrival of cheetahs from South Africa in India. With ...