India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The prestigious Indian Air Force (IAF) Cup and Eastern Air Command (EAC) Cup races were conducted with grandeur at the historic Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) on 25 February 2026. These annual fixtures, instituted in 1996, commemorate the strong association between the Indian Air Force and the RCTC. The RCTC, founded in 1847 and bestowed the title 'Royal' in 1912, remains one of the most prestigious horse racing organizations in ...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways has made elaborate arrangements to facilitate smooth, safe and comfortable travel for passengers during the upcoming Holi festival. To manage the anticipated surge in passenger traffic, 1244 Holi Special train trips to be operated across various Railway Zones for the Holi period from 25.02.2026 to 18.03.2026. The number may increase up to 1500 if more demand is observed. These special services will connect major ci...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a strategic step toward strengthening India's capabilities in advanced marine technologies, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, has signed an agreement with M/s Xalten Systems Pvt. Ltd., India, for the project titled "Development of High-Performance Acoustic Antenna System for Underwater High Data Rate Communication for Video Transmission." The TDB-supported pro...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, today launched the upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH web portal for hassle free obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for fuel stations, wayside amenities, private properties, rest area complexes, connecting roads, and other such facilities along National Highways. The Ministry has developed this improved portal to make the process of getting permissions simpler, faste...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed today a Special Plenary of the Knesset in Jerusalem. He is the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Israeli parliament. Upon his arrival at the Knesset, Prime Minister was received by the Speaker of the Knesset, H.E. Amir Ohana and accorded a ceremonial welcome. The Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu; Leader of Opposition, H.E. Mr Yair Lapid; and Speaker Ohana sp...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, on Wednesday, virtually interacted with the 12th batch of students participating in the Ashtalakshmi Darshan Youth Exchange Programme, being held at Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal Padesh, from 18th February to 3rd March, 2026. The session was attended by the Secretary, MDoNER, Joint Secretary, MDoNER, and other s...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, Shri V. Somanna, launched the coffee table book "Karnataka Bharat Gaurav Train: Journey of a Thousand Shrines" at Rail Bhawan on 23 February 2026. Shri Somanna said the book is a rich visual and narrative tribute to one of Indian Railways' most impactful cultural and spiritual tourism initiatives. He said the book beautifully captures the spirit, vision, and collective effort be...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major step towards strengthening India's digital public infrastructure and enhancing transparency in subsidy delivery, the Government of India will launch a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Food Subsidy Distribution Pilot under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) in the Union Territory of Puducherry on 26th February 2026. The pilot will be inaugurated by the Hon'ble Union Minister for Consumer Affai...
India, Feb. 25 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Strengthening India's animal health ecosystem and advancing self-reliance in critical veterinary inputs, the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, has sanctioned financial assistance to M/s Biovet Private Limited, Malur, for the project titled "Development and Commercialization of Veterinary Hormones." The project aims to establish a dedicated manufacturing facility for the co...