India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 21st Meeting (Part-II) of the Central Monitoring Committee (CMC) on river rejuvenation was held today under the chairpersonship of Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, DoWR, RD & GR, Ministry of Jal Shakti. The meeting was attended by Shri Zaigham Ali Khan, Joint Secretary (NRCD), and Shri Anup Kumar Srivastava, Executive Director (Technical), NMCG, along with senior officials from the Ministry, CPCB, NRCD, NMCG, and representativ...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Villages such as Murugummi, Marella, and Thangella in Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh have emerged as models of water resilience through community-led rainwater conservation initiatives implemented under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari campaign of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. The initiative has significantly improved groundwater availability, strengthened livelihoods, and reduced distress migration in the regi...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a significant step towards strengthening India's cultural diplomacy and global outreach, Doordarshan (Prasar Bharati) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) on April 7, 2026, at Doordarshan Bhawan, New Delhi. The MoU was signed by Director General, Doordarshan, Shri K. Satish Nambudiripad, and Director General, ICCR, Smt. K. Nandini Singla, in the presence of senior offi...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major push towards digital knowledge access, the Publications Division has made its flagship journals Yojana, Kurukshetra, Aajkal and Bal Bharati along with the weekly Employment News, available free of cost on Prasar Bharati's WAVES OTT platform, bringing its rich repository directly to readers nationwide. This initiative is aimed at democratizing access to credible, informative, and culturally enriching content for readers ...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the occasion of Swachhata Pakhwada, the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice organized a workshop titled "Waste to Wealth" on 9th April 2026 in Conference Hall No. 440-A Wing, 4th Floor of Shastri Bhawan. The workshop was aimed at promoting sustainable practices and innovative ways to transform waste into valuable products. An expert delivered a detailed session on how waste can be effectively converted into usef...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Interacting with a group of school children from Jammu & Kashmir, currently in Delhi, as a part of "Watan Ko Jano" itinerary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has consistently shown a high ...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, had a royal audience with His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The Union Minister conveyed warm greetings on behalf of the Government and people of India. He expressed deep appreciation for the continued guidance and leadership of His Majesty in further strengthening the unique and time-tested friendship and partnership between In...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, arrived in Bhutan today for a 4-day visit. His visit marks another important step in the deepening of India-Bhutan bilateral ties. India and Bhutan share exemplary bilateral relations, characterized by mutual trust, understanding, and close cooperation across sectors. The visit underscores the shared vision of both countries to further strengthen collaborat...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Rail travel will become safer and more comfortable. In a meeting held at the Ministry of Railways, the Railway Minister took several important decisions today. Among the key decisions, it was decided that sleepers used in bridge approaches and points & crossings will now be composite. Bridge Approaches Compared to the existing heavy iron and concrete sleepers, these new sleepers are not only lighter but also capable of carrying ...
India, April 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways and Corporate Affairs Shri Harsh Malhotra emphasized that road safety awareness initiatives are not merely isolated events but integral components of a larger national movement aimed at fostering a culture of responsible road usage across the country. The Minister reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to strengthening road safety and promoting responsible driving behaviour as he flagg...