India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved a Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects with a financial outlay of Rs.37,500 crore. The Scheme marks a major step towards accelerating India's coal/lignite gasification programme, advancing the national target of gasifying 100 Million Tonnes (MT) of coal by 2030, strengthening energy security, and reducing dependence on impo...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, visited Eastern Coalfields Limited on 13th May 2026. The visit was focused on reviewing the company's operational achievements, ongoing initiatives, and strategic roadmap for future growth. Discussions were held on key aspects relating to production, dispatch, mine safety, operational efficiency, and sustainable development initiatives undertaken by ECL. As part...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As part of his three-day visit to Jharkhand, the Union Minister of State (MoS) for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, visited Dhanbad today. During the visit, he inspected ongoing rehabilitation and development works at Belgaria Township and chaired a high-level review meeting at Koyla Bhawan, BCCL Headquarters. Minister commenced his visit with an inspection of Belgaria Township, where rehabilitation of fire-affected famil...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has approved the Extension of Lease Period of the Airports Authority of India (AAI)'s land leased to MIL (MIHAN India Limited) beyond 06.08.2039, so as to enable MIL to license Nagpur Airport to the Concessionaire, viz. GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (GNIAL) for 30 years since Commercial Operation Date (COD). This marks a major milestone in Nagpur ai...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S. Margin over cost (%) MS MSP Increase in 2026-27 2025- 2013- over 2025-26 over 2013-14 1. Common 2441 1627 50 2369 1310 72 1131 Grade A^ 2461 - - 2389 1345 72 1116 2. Hybrid 4023 2682 50 3699 1500 324 2523 Maldandi 4073 - - 3749 1520 324 2553 3. Bajra 2900 1858 56 2775 1250 125 1650 4. Ragi 5205 3470 50 4886 1500 319 3705 5. Maize 2410 1544 56 2400 1310 10 1100 Pu...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met Punjab Chief Minister Shri Bhagwant Mann in New Delhi on Tuesday. During the meeting, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held discussions with Shri Bhagwant Mann on various issues related to agriculture and farmer welfare in Punjab. The high-level discussion focused in detail on problems being faced in paddy milling, promotion of crop...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved a Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects with a financial outlay of Rs.37,500 crore. The Scheme marks a major step towards accelerating India's coal/lignite gasification programme, advancing the national target of gasifying 100 Million Tonnes (MT) of coal by 2030, strengthening energy security, and reducing dependence on impo...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today recalled the historic Nuclear tests conducted by India in Pokhran in May 1998, describing them as a defining moment in our nation's resolve. "After the May 11 tests, the entire world brought pressure to bear on India, but we demonstrated that no power can bend India", Shri Modi remarked. The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit verse- "एवं परस्...
India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Shri Ravneet Singh Bittu, on how modern railway stations and an improved network are opening new paths to progress in Punjab. Shri Modi remarked that this transformation is bringing a wealth of opportunities for the people. Shri Modi posted on X: "In Punjab, modern railway stations and an improved network are opening new paths to progress. This transform...
India, May 14 -- Mumbai, 13 May 2026 - Volo Health Services Pvt. Ltd. and Medix Global, a leader in personalised medical management and healthcare navigation with an established presence in India, today announced a strategic partnership to introduce a variety of comprehensive, outcome-driven healthcare solutions for corporate clients in India.The collaboration brings together Volo's strong corporate reach, healthcare knowledge and claims management expertise with Medix's globally recognised clin...