India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The concept paper is available at the Ministry's website www.mospi.gov.in Scan the QR code to access the Discussion Paper The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released a Concept Paper titled " Methodological Approach for Compilation of Experimental Monetary Asset Accounts of Marine Fish Resources ", aligned with the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) Central Framework, endorsed by th...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Conclave on Tribal Languages and Museums brought together experts, officials and community representatives to deliberate on the preservation and promotion of tribal languages and heritage. The discussions on Tribal Museums and Tribal Freedom Fighter Museums (TFFMs) focused on preserving tribal history, identity and cultural heritage through authentic storytelling, community participation and contemporary museum practic...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi has hailed the launch of the 1st Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC) at the NSG Training Academy, Manesar, describing it as another proud milestone. In a post on 'X' the Union Minister said that under the visionary leadership of the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, Nari Shakti is being empowered in the truest sense through capability, leadership and ...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi today participated in the 'Khelo India Samvad' programme held at Grizzly College of Education, Jhumri Telaiya in Koderma, Jharkhand, and listened to the inspiring virtual address of the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. In a post on 'X' the Union Minister said that the participation of more than 10 lakh young people - including players, Olympians and medal...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the Khelo India Samvaad via video conference on Thursday, August 27, 2026, addressing youth and athletes who connected from over 5,000 institutes across the country as part of the National Sports Day 2026 celebrations. The Khelo India Samvaad was held as part of the celebrations for National Sports Day, which is celebrated on August 29 every year, as the birth anniversary of former...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PM-JDY) has emerged as a cornerstone of India's financial inclusion journey since its launch in 2014. Over 12 years, it has expanded access to formal banking, credit, insurance, pensions and digital payments, particularly for underserved communities. PM-JDY accounts have grown from 14.72 crore in 2015 to 59.09 crore as of 19th August 2026, with 32.92 crore female beneficiaries. Deposits have also risen consisten...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that three newborns died and four others were injured in a fire incident at the Sick Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the District Women's Hospital at Amravati, Maharashtra on 24th August 2026. Reportedly, the incident occurred due to a blast in the ventilator machine. The Commission has observed that the contents of the news report, if t...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report about the death of a 57-year-old woman, who was subjected to rape during a diagnostic test at Civil Hospital of Panipat in Haryana on 16th August 2026. She died during treatment at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Science in Rohtak on 18th August 2026. The Commission has observed that the contents of the news, if true, raise ser...
India, Aug. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that a woman suffered 40% burn injuries after being attacked by a group of people, branding her a witch in Bhojpur village, Garhwa district, Jharkhand. Reportedly, the perpetrators, who are residing in the same village, poured boiling water on the victim during the attack. The Commission has observed that the contents of the news, if...
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 31 -- Reserve Bank of India issued the following press release: Tenor 1-day Notified Amount (in ₹ crore) 4,00,000 Total amount of offers received (in ₹ crore) 2,49,840 Amount accepted (in ₹ crore) 2,49,840 Cut off Rate (%) 5.24 Weighted Average Rate (%) 5.24 Partial Acceptance Percentage of offers received at cut off rate N.A. Ajit Prasad Deputy General Manager (Communications) Press Release: 2026-2027/995 Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....