Special Drive for Expeditious Disposal of Long-Pending Labour Cases

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As part of the Special Drive launched by the Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, from 01 June 2026 to 31 August 2026 for the expeditious disposal of long-pending labour cases, a major initiative has been undertaken in the New Delhi Region. In furtherance of the objectives of the Special Drive, 178 claim cases involving the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) ha...


Central Sector Scheme 'Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice' (DISHA) 2.0 to Strengthen Holistic Access to Justice approved by Union Minister of State (I/C) for Law and Justice Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (I/C) for Law and Justice Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal has approved the continuation of the Central Sector Scheme 'Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA)' restructured as DISHA 2.0 for a period of five years from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2031 co-terminus with the XVI Finance Commission cycle. The Scheme has a total approved financial outlay of Rs. 255 crore, to be funded entirely...


Haj Policy 2027 announced; Haj Committee of India invites applications from prospective pilgrims

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ministry of Minority Affairs today announced the Haj Policy 2027. Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, released the policy and announced that the Haj Committee of India would, from today, invite applications from prospective pilgrims for Haj-2027. Prospective pilgrims can apply for Haj-2027 online through the Haj Committee of India portal (hajcommittee.gov.in) as well as the Haj Suvidha ...


Ministry of Panchayati Raj to organise Regional Workshop on Panchayat-led Service Delivery at Srinagar on 23rd June 2026

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) is organising a Regional Workshop titled Seva Se Samriddhi: Panchayat-led Service Delivery at Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir on 23rd June 2026. The workshop will be inaugurated by Shri Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. Shri Javid Ahmad Dar, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Government of Jammu and Kashmir; Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayat...


Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launches 'IAS e-Civil List 2026'; says technology-driven talent mapping strengthens governance and administrative planning

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today launched the IAS e-Civil List 2026 at Kartavya Bhawan, New Delhi. Emphasising the growing role of technology in governance, the Minister said that digital platforms such as the e-Civil List have emerged as important instruments ...


NHAI Directs Development of Vehicle Repair and Puncture Service Facilities at Wayside Amenities Along National Highways and Expressways

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To enhance Ease of Commuting and strengthen availability of amenities along the National Highways and Expressways, National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML), a wholly owned company of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), has directed its field offices to advise Wayside Amenities (WSAs) lessees to prioritise establishment of Vehicle Repair Shops and Puncture Repair Facilities at the earliest. The initiative is a...


India Becomes World's Top Ship Recycling Nation in 2025

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India has emerged as the world's leading ship recycling nation in 2025, ranking first globally. India's share of global ship recycling increased to 35.4% in 2025 from 30.1% in 2024, according to the latest report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Ship recycling in India rose significantly to 2.99 million gross tons (GT) in 2025, up nearly 60% from 1.86 million GT in 2024. With this achievement, the...


"Yoga for Healthy Ageing" Takes Centre Stage at International Day of Yoga 2026 Celebrations

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment marked the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 with special programmes focused on senior citizens under the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing." Union Minister Dr.Virendra Kumar said yoga brings people together beyond religion, caste and creed while promoting holistic health and well-being . A major Yoga Day event at Bharat Mandapam saw the enthusiastic participation of around 1,300 sen...


Government Committed to Reforms to Make India a Globally Competitive Tourism Destination: Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: An Interactive Session on Ease of Doing Business was organized by the Ministry of Tourism today in New Delhi with the representatives of tourism and hospitality industry under the chairmanship of Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism and Culture. The meeting brought together leading industry associations, including FAITH, ASSOCHAM, PHDCCI, WTTCII, TGFI, ABTO, CII, IAAPI and FICCI, to deliberate on reforms requir...


Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya to Lead Key Sports and Fitness Initiatives in Keralam on June 23, 2026

India, June 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: New Delhi, June 22, 2026: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will visit Keralam on June 23, 2026, where he will participate in a series of events promoting fitness, sports excellence and mass participation in sports. The Union Minister will begin his engagements by participating in 'Cycling by the Sea', a cycling event from Chackai ITI to Shankumugham Beach in Thiruvananthapuram. Organised to promote...