Empowered Youth, Stronger Nation: India's Vision for Viksit Bharat @ 2047

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Between 2014 and 2026, the Government expanded youth-focused initiatives across education, skilling, entrepreneurship, sports, health, and civic participation. Anchored by the National Education Policy 2020 and a vision of youth-led development, it widened access to education, strengthened higher learning, and expanded opportunities for skill development and employment. India's startup ecosystem also grew significantly, with over 2...


President of India reviews the passing out parade of 158th Regular Course and 141st Technical Graduate Course at the Indian Military Academy

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu reviewed the passing out parade of the 158th Regular Course and the 141st Technical Graduate Course at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun today (June 13, 2026). Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated the officer cadets on the successful completion of one of the most rigorous training programs in the country. She said that their courage and wisdom will be their strengths....


INDIA'S PATH TO BECOMING A DEVELOPED NATION BY 2047 PASSES THROUGH ITS FARMS, FIELDS, AND VILLAGES: LOK SABHA SPEAKER

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla today asserted that India's journey toward becoming a developed nation by 2047 passes through its farms, fields, and villages. He emphasized that sustainable agriculture, innovation, and research form the bedrock of Viksit Bharat@2047, and that blending traditional knowledge with modern technology will enable India to emerge as a global agricultural leader. Shri Birla made these remarks while addre...


Prime Minister highlights the Government's strong push towards youth-led development and the emergence of a robust innovation ecosystem

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today stated that the Government is strongly working towards youth-led development. He noted that one of the defining features of the last 12 years has been the confidence with which India's youth have pursued their aspirations. Shri Modi highlighted that through initiatives such as Startup India, Digital India, Skill India, and Atal Innovation Mission, an ecosystem has emerged that encourages inn...


Prime Minister's Departure statement ahead of his visit to France and Slovakia

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic and H.E. Mr. Robert Fico, Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, I will be undertaking a visit to France and the Slovak Republic from 13 to 18 June 2026. France occupies a special place in India's strategic vision. Earlier this year, President Macron visited India and we elevated our relationship to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. When I meet P...


Global Online Yoga Event on 14 June Aims to Set World Record for Largest Viewership of a YouTube Live Yoga Stream

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As part of the celebrations leading up to the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, in collaboration with the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) and Habuild, will organize a landmark global online yoga event on 14 June 2026. The event aims to create a new world record for the Most Viewers for a YouTube Live Yoga Stream, bringing together yoga practitioners and wellness enthu...


India's Presidency delivers 'BRICS Indore Declaration', a new charter for global agricultural cooperation; Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addresses press conference

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The BRICS Agriculture Ministers and officials-level meetings held in Indore concluded today with the adoption of a unanimous 'Indore Declaration' that includes several historic decisions giving new direction to food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient farming, agricultural trade and digital agriculture. Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan said in the press c...


Under India's Chairship, 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting Concludes in Indore, Madhya Pradesh

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting was successfully convened on 12-13 June 2026 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India, under the Presidency of India. Through many meetings over the past about three months, the BRICS Agriculture Working Group extensively discussed four priorities: Priority 1: Food Security, Nutrition and Livelihoods Priority 2: Agriculture Trade and Cooperation Priority 3: Regenerative Farming, Climate Res...


Indore Declaration Marks New Chapter in Global Agriculture, Places Farmers at the Heart of BRICS Agenda

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting held in Indore, concluded on Friday with the unanimous adoption of the 'Indore Declaration', marking a significant milestone in global agricultural cooperation. The declaration outlines several landmark decisions aimed at strengthening food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient agriculture, agricultural trade and digital agriculture. Addressing a press conference, Union Minister for Ag...


Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia announces Launch of Drone-Based Mail Transmission Service by Department of Posts in Himachal Pradesh

India, June 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Under the leadership of Union Minister of Communications and DoNER Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, the Department of Posts has launched drone-based transmission of mail and parcels between Mandi Head Post Office and Rehardhar Branch Post Office in Himachal Pradesh, effective from 12th June 2026. The initiative builds upon feedback received during Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia's interactions with Gramin Dak Sevaks and Postal Assistants...