India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Health Check-up Camp organised in Arrah, Bihar Janaushadhi Saptah 2026, an outreach initiative to create awareness about affordable and quality generic medicines, commenced today with Health Check-Up camps across the country, marking the beginning of a week-long celebrations leading up to 8th Janaushadhi Diwas on 7th March. As part of the Saptah, health check-up camps are being organized by Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bure...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To commemorate the historic announcement of the discovery of the Raman Effect by C. V. Raman on 28 February 1928, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL) celebrated National Science Day (NSD-2026) on 28 February 2026. "National Science Conclave" in the morning, while the "National Science Day Lecture" in the afternoon were celebrated as part of NSD 2026. The programme commenced with the National Science Conclave, providing a ...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth more than Rs. 4,400 crore in Madurai, Tamil Nadu today. Addressing the gathering in the sacred city of Madurai, the Prime Minister stated that today marks a proud chapter in Tamil Nadu's development journey. These projects are aimed at transforming connectivity, boosting the economy, and creating significant job o...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, inaugurated the centenary celebrations of St. Stephen's Higher Secondary School in Pathanapuram , Kollam today. Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President described the completion of 100 years as a "remarkable milestone" achieved by very few institutions. He noted that the school has spent a century shaping minds, nurturing character, and building futures, with generations o...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 25th Foundation Day of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, Government of India, was celebrated today at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, in the presence of senior dignitaries, policymakers, partner organisations, and stakeholders from across the country. Shri Manohar Lal, Cabinet Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Powe...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister has expressed deep distress over the explosion at a factory in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Extending his condolences to the families of the deceased, the Prime Minister also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister further affirmed that the local administration is assisting those affected. The Prime Minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fun...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, addressed the 350th Martyrdom Year (Shaheedi Samagam) of 'Hind di Chadar' Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji today. Paying his respects, the Prime Minister stated that today we all remember the great Guru on this significant anniversary and expressed that it is a matter of great fortune to be part of such a historic and sacred event. The Prime Minister emphasized that India's history is defined b...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA), Smt. Vandana Gupta, officially inaugurated the North Zone Review Meeting to evaluate and streamline the operational efficiency of field units in the North zone. The review meeting, held from 28th February 2026 to 01st March 2026, encompassed eight Controller of Communication Accounts offices (CCA): Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh (E...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Air Commodore B S Vijay Rao, VSM, assumed command of Base Repair Depot, Palam, New Delhi as the Air Officer Commanding on 01 March 2026. Commissioned into the Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics) Branch of the Indian Air Force on 27 November 1995, Air Comodore Vijay Rao brings with him over three decades of distinguished service. An Electrical Engineer and an Executive MBA, he is an alumnus of the prestigious National Defence Co...
India, March 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Takeaways Introduction From conquering longstanding public health challenges to becoming a leading force in affordable medicines and global healthcare delivery, India's rise as a global health powerhouse stands as a testament to visionary leadership, resilient institutions, and the unwavering commitment of the Government of India to building a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous nation. The Government runs flagship schem...