AgriVoltaics World Conference 2026

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The second day of the AgriVoltaics World Conference 2026 accelerated cross-sectoral engagement across state policy leadership, technological innovation, private sector engagement and climate finance solutions. A dedicated ministerial track, co-organised by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) and the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), brought together State Ministers of Energy and Agricultur...


Secretary, DARPG Reviews Implementation of Special Campaign 6 at Field Offices of Railways and Finance Ministries in Mumbai

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Smt. Nivedita Shukla Verma, Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Government of India, visited field offices of the Ministry of Railways and the Ministry of Finance in Mumbai on 22 October 2026 to review the implementation of the ongoing Special Campaign 6. The visits focused on assessing progress in cleanliness, space management, disposal of obsolete records and materials, and initiatives ...


Indian Railways Sets All-Time High Coal Loading Record in October 2026 (Till 18th)

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways has achieved an all-time record in coal loading, registering a 22.5% growth in October 2026 up to 18th October compared with the corresponding period last year. Coal loading during this period increased by 87 rakes per day over October 2025, reflecting the continued efforts to ensure reliable coal supplies to thermal power plants across the country. During the first half (H1) of FY 2026-27, Indian Railways dispatch...


NHAI Strengthens Air Pollution Control Measures Across Delhi-NCR through Intensified Dust-Control Measures and Faster Decongestion of National Highways

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To strengthen air pollution control across National Highways and Expressways in Delhi-NCR ahead of the winter season, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has deployed around 60 water sprinklers and tankers, 14 anti-smog guns, 23 Mechanical Road Sweeping Machines (MRSMs), two tractor-mounted broomers and over 900 workers to support dust mitigation efforts. In addition, 13 MRSMs are operating across 157 km of National Highway...


Department of Rural Development Organises One-Day Health Check-up Camp under Special Campaign 6.0

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Blood Pressure Monitoring Random Blood Sugar (RBS) Testing General Eye Check-up General ENT Examination General Physician Consultation The Department of Rural Development, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, organised a One-Day Health Check-up Camp at Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi, on 22 October 2026, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. More than 250 staff of the Department, including Sa...


Department of Science and Technology reviews progress of Special Campaign 6; Secretary, DST calls for accelerated implementation and enhanced public outreach

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) today reviewed the progress of Special Campaign 6 during a meeting chaired by the Secretary DST, with the Heads of Autonomous Institutions/ Subordinate Organisations under the Department. The meeting reviewed the implementation of the campaign and deliberated on measures to accelerate its execution during the remaining implementation period. At the outset, the Joint Secretary (Admn) &...


World Entering an Era of AI-Guided, Gene-Driven Precision Medicine; India Emerging Among Frontline Providers: Dr. Jitendra Singh at SRIHER Convocation, Chennai

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, who is also a Professor of Medicine and Diabetes, today said that the world is entering an era of AI-guided, gene-driven precision medicine, with India emerging among the front-line providers of advanced healthcare solutions. Addressing the 42nd Convocation, as chief guest, before awarding Medical degrees at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), Chennai, he said the ...


Department of Science and Technology (DST) intensifies Special Campaign 6 with significant mid-campaign achievements (till 16th October, 2026)

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has been implementing Special Campaign 6 in accordance with the guidelines of the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG). The campaign has witnessed active participation from the Department, its Autonomous Institutes, Subordinate Offices, Field Offices, Technology Innovation Hubs (TIHs), Missions and other affiliated organisations. At the commencement of the ...


Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Invites Polish Firms to 'Build, Innovate and Grow with India'

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal urged Polish companies to "build, innovate and invest in India" rather than only sell to it, as he pitched the country's growth story to business leaders from both nations. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal delivered the keynote address at the India-Poland Business Forum here today which was also attended by Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Sonowal recall...


Union Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary Rings the Iconic NSE Bell and Marks NSDC's Debut on NSE Social Stock Exchange, Opening New Avenues for Financing Skill Development and Global Employment

India, Oct. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Govt of India, marked the National Skill Development Corporation's (NSDC) debut on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) platform of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Mumbai and participated in the bell-ringing ceremony. Through this programme, we are bringing together government funds, Private CS...