Department of Commerce Organises "Leveraging FTAs" Outreach Programme in Jaipur to Strengthen Export Opportunities

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Commerce organised an outreach programme "Leveraging FTAs - Outreach Programme" in Jaipur, Rajasthan, to create awareness about the benefits available under India's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and facilitate their effective utilisation by exporters. The programme was addressed by Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Shri Mohit Yadav, and witnessed participation from exporters across sectors and representative...


Trade Margin Rationalisation on 137 Anti-Cancer Drugs

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, has undertaken Trade Margin Rationalisation (TMR) of 137 identified non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs in public interest to address excessive trade margins, make cancer treatment more affordable, and improve access to anti-cancer medicines. The intervention is expected to bring down the MRP of the iden...


Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan Expresses Grief over the Demise of Music Composer Deva

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Prime Minister expresses grief over loss of lives in stampede in Kolkata

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the stampede in Kolkata. The Prime Minister said that the incident is saddening. He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery. He also noted that the West Bengal Government is providing all possible help to the affected families. The Prime Minister announced that an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh fr...


Prime Minister offers prayers to Maa Kalaratri during Navratri

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, offered prayers to Maa Kalaratri during Navratri. The Prime Minister prayed that, with the blessings of the Goddess, everyone's life be illuminated with new energy and renewed confidence. He also wished for prosperity for all through her divine grace. The Prime Minister said in a X post; "नवरात्रि में आज म&...


AIIA recognised as a Centre of Excellence for RAV in Kaumarbhritya

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV), Ministry of Ayush, during KAUMARACON 2026 at AIIA, New Delhi. The agreement recognises the Department of Kaumarbhritya at AIIA Delhi and Goa as a Centre of Excellence for RAV. The recognition covers the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training in Kaumarbhritya (Ayurveda paediatrics...


India's Space Economy to Reach USD 40-45 Billion in 7-8 Years; Dr Jitendra Singh underlines increasing Private Investments following Space Unlocking by PM Modi

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: NEW DELHI, October 17 : India's Space economy, currently valued at around USD 9 billion, is expected to reach USD 40-45 billion over the next seven to eight years, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, said during a media Roundtable here on "Space, Sovereignty and New Economy". The M...


EXERCISE KONKAN-26 CONCLUDES OFF PLYMOUTH, UK

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: KONKAN-26, the India-UK bilateral maritime exercise, concluded off Plymouth, UK, on 15 Oct 2026. Conducted from 08-15 Oct 2026, the exercise enabled the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy to engage across a wide range of professional and operational domains. The Indian Navy was represented by the stealth frigate INS Trishul, while the Royal Navy deployed HMS Sutherland, a Duke-class anti-submarine warfare frigate. The exercise was con...


FIRST TRAINING SQUADRON DEPARTS SEYCHELLES, REINFORCING MARITIME COOPERATION

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ships of the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS) - INS Tir, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi - departed Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 15 Oct 2026, on completion of their port call, which commenced on 12 Oct 2026, during the ongoing training deployment. The engagement reinforced the longstanding India-Seychelles partnership through professional training, capacity building, and interactions with the country's l...


INAUGURATION OF PROJECT SEABIRD INFRASTRUCTURE BY VICE ADMIRAL SANJAY VATSAYAN, FOC-IN-C (WNC)

India, Oct. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: VAdm Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, inaugurated residential accommodations for the Defence Civilians of Indian Navy, and Station Health Organisation along with trunk utility and access infrastructure as part of Project Seabird Phase IIA at Naval Base, Karwar, on 15 Oct 2026 in the presence of VAdm Vivek Dahiya, Director General Seabird, and other senior officers. The inaugurated residenti...