Roundtable on Expansion of PNG Services and Maintaining Essential Services in Urban areas

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A Roundtable Review Meeting on "Expansion of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) Services and Maintaining Essential Services"  in urban areas was held today at Vigyan Bhavan, bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on accelerating PNG network expansion across urban India and ensuring uninterrupted delivery of essential services. The meeting was graced by Hon'ble Union Ministers from the Ministries of Housing and Urban Affairs (...


CBIC organises outreach programme on Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers in New Delhi

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In pursuance of the key trade facilitation initiative announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) organised a hybrid outreach programme in New Delhi on the Duty Deferment Scheme for Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMI) in New Delhi, today. Shri Yogendra Garg, Member (Customs), CBIC; Shri Manish Kumar, Chief Commissioner, Delhi Customs; Shri Sanjay Gupta, Chief Commissioner, Delhi C...


English rendering of PM's address during inauguration of Phase I of Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Victory to Mother India! Victory to Mother India! Victory to Mother India! Has the inauguration happened? Has the inauguration happened? No, only half the work is done. I have only removed that curtain, but today I want the inauguration of this airport to be done by all of you who are present here, and therefore, take out your mobile phones, turn on your mobile phone's flashlight, and you are inaugurating it. By lighting a lamp...


Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Addresses Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvaad at RK University, Rajkot

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A dynamic and engaging session of Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvaad was organised at RK University, Rajkot, witnessing enthusiastic participation from over 1000 students. The event was graced by the Hon'ble Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya as the Chief Guest, who inspired yuva shakti to take charge of India's development journey. Setting the tone for the interaction, the Hon'ble Mini...


NHAI Awards Contract for Four Laning of Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar Section of NH-167 in Telangana

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: NHAI has issued Letter of Award (LOA) for the Four Laning of Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar Section of NH-167 in Telangana. The project has been awarded to M/s KNR Constructions Limited for an amount of Rs. 1,734 Crores on Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). The 80 km long project is a part of the Hyderabad-Panaji Economic Corridor and was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) in February 2026. The implementation of the...


Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 Extended Till April 5 Following Overwhelming Public Response

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In response to the overwhelming public participation and growing demand, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration with TRIFED, has decided to extend the ongoing Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 till April 5, 2026. The decision reflects the enthusiastic response from visitors, stakeholders, and participants, and aims to further strengthen market access and livelihood opportunities for tribal artisans, entrepreneurs, and Self-Help G...


Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation organises 16th India Probiotic Symposium in New Delhi

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation organised the 16th India Probiotic Symposium on  "Gut Microbiome and Probiotics: Impact from Cradle to Centenarians" in New Delhi on March 27-28, 2026. Delivering the Chief Guest address, Shri Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog underscored the critical role of the gut microbiome in immunity, metabolism and preventive healthcare. Shri Gauba expressed concern over the rapid shi...


GOI Opens Nominations for Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2026 to Honour Excellence in Science, Technology, and Innovation

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Government of India has invited nominations for the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) 2026, a prestigious national initiative to recognize outstanding contributions in the fields of Science, Technology, and Innovation. The awards are administered by the RVP Secretariat, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the Ministry of Science & Technology, under the chairmanship of the Principal Scientific Advisor to the GOI...


NHAI Awards Contract for Construction of Flyovers and Underpasses at Jaipur Bypass Junction on NH-48

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: NHAI has issued a Letter of Award (LoA) for the construction of underpasses and flyovers at Jaipur Bypass Junction on the Delhi-Jaipur-Ajmer Expressway (NH-48) in Rajasthan. The project has been awarded to M/s Maruti Infracreation Pvt. Ltd. at a cost of Rs.130.65 Crores under the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) mode. The current 200 feet junction is a critical and high-traffic intersection in Jaipur city, facilita...


Advertisements Objectionable in the Eyes of Law like Alcoholic Drinks, Tobacco & Smoking are Prohibited For Display in Railways: Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw

India, March 28 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Advertisements of alcoholic drinks. Advertisements against background scenes which are erotic in character. Competitive advertisements from other modes of transport. Advertisement from Private Insurance companies offering policies against Railway Accidents. Advertisements of Cigarettes, Bidis and other Tobacco products. Indian Railways has formulated comprehensive Non-Fare Revenue (NFR) policies to earn non-fare revenue throu...