India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully conducted a long-range medical evacuation of a critically injured Iranian fisherman with injuries to both eyes and deep lacerations on the right ear due to an explosion during fuel transfer to the generator on the fishing dhow Al-Owais. The five-crew vessel with engine failure was located in the middle of Arabian Sea, approximately 1,500 km west of Kochi, Kerala. Maritime Rescue Coordination C...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jalandhar successfully organized an Awareness Workshop on Capacity Building and Skill Development in Artificial Intelligence (AI), 5G, and Emerging Technologies, aimed at equipping students particularly from minority communities with future-ready skills. The workshop was graced by Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs, as the Chief Guest, and Shr...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ministry of Civil Aviation organized the Vigilance Awareness Week, 2025 yesterday, as part of the three-month Vigilance Awareness campaign period (18th August 2025 to 17th November 2025), with the theme "Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility" at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, New Delhi. The event was chaired by Secretary (Civil Aviation) and was attended by Chairman, AAI, CVO, MoCA, CVO, DGCA & CVO, AAI and other senior officers of the Minist...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved the Terms of Reference of 8th Central Pay Commission. The 8th Central Pay Commission will be a temporary body. The Commission will comprise of one Chairperson; One Member (Part Time) and one Member-Secretary. It will make its recommendations within 18 months of the date of its constitution. It may consider, if necessary, sending interim reports on ...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a significant step towards digital transformation and enhanced data-driven governance, the Ministry of Coal is set to launch "Koyla Shakti", a Smart Coal Analytics Dashboard that will serve as a unified platform for real-time monitoring and analysis of coal sector operations. The launch event will be held on 29th October 2025 at The Oberoi Hotel, New Delhi, in the presence of Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Minister of Coal and Mines, who...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), released an India Post "Special Cover" marking Coal India's Golden Jubilee and SECL's Ruby Jubilee (40 years) of dedicated contribution to the nation's energy sector. A Special Cancellation Cachet was also unveiled on the occasion. The release ceremony was graced by Shri P. M. Prasad, Chairman, Coal India Limited, and Shri Harish Duhan, Chairman-cum...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a decisive move that marks a new era in rehabilitation education and professional governance, the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) has announced a sweeping set of reforms designed to bring transparency, efficiency and inclusivity to the rehabilitation ecosystem across the country. The initiative aligns with the Government of India's vision of Jan Vishwas, trust-based governance, and Ease of Doing Business, reaffirming RCI's...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Despite the heavy passenger rush, Indian Railways has risen to the occasion by ensuring that everyone reaches home safely and timely to celebrate the festivals with their loved ones. Passengers are expressing happiness and satisfaction with the railway's well-managed festive arrangements. Over 12 lakh railway employees are working round the clock to ensure safe, comfortable, and timely return travel for passengers after Chhath Puja...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India's petroleum and energy sector is undergoing a transformative expansion, poised to play a defining role in shaping the global energy future, said Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, while addressing the inaugural session of the Energy Technology Meet in Hyderabad today. He stated that India's energy journey reflects remarkable progress driven by visionary policy frameworks, rapid innovation, and sus...
India, Oct. 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Mumbai, 28 October 2025 India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 witnessed landmark developments as the Government of India reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability, innovation, security and maritime transformation. Deliberations by policymakers, thought leaders and maritime experts across port infrastructure, green energy, and defence shipbuilding set the tone as India's ambition to lead the global maritime transition through technology...