India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Access to financial assistance and modern equipment creates new opportunities for sanitation workers to improve their livelihoods and achieve financial independence. The journey of T. Ravi Kumar, P. Sekhar, T. Nikhil and E. Ailaiah from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, demonstrates how collective entrepreneurship and mechanisation can help sanitation workers build sustainable livelihoods while promoting safer and more efficient sanitation...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Secretary of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Sudhansh Pant took a comprehensive review of the Ministry's Schemes, Programmes and Initiatives under implementation, with the State Social Welfare Department Administration at Mysuru, in Karnataka today. The meeting was attended by the State and district government officials of the Department of Social Welfare and OBC Welfare. MD Tanda Development Corporation...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Higher education and advanced research open pathways to academic excellence, professional growth and meaningful contributions to society. With the right support and encouragement, scholars from SC, ST, OBC & other such backgrounds become empowered to pursue their research aspirations, strengthen their knowledge and skills, and work towards achieving their academic goals. Financial assistance plays a vital role in enabling them to ...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ministry of Women and Child Development, including all Autonomous/ Statutory Bodies under its administrative control, has initiated efforts and finalised action plans & targets to implement Special Campaign 6.0 for improving Swachhata and disposal of pending references from 2nd October - 31st October, 2026, on the lines of the Special Campaigns held in the preceding 5 years. In accordance with the directions stipulated in the Spec...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As part of the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyan, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) organised the fifth week of the 100 Weeks Campaign on the theme "Yoga & Meditation for Nasha Mukt Yuva" and "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Par Charcha" (Neighbourhood Youth Parliament) on 17 October 2026. Organised in collaboration with spiritual organisations, university associations and industry associations, the initiative covered 36 State...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the basis of the result of the COMBINED DEFENCE SERVICES EXAMINATION (II), 2026 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission on 13th September, 2026, 8956 candidates with the following Roll Numbers have qualified for being interviewed by the Service Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence, for admission to (i) Indian Military Academy, Dehradun 163rd (DE) Course commencing in July, 2027 (ii) Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala,...
India, Oct. 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As clean energy reshapes India's power landscape, a timeless technology is paving the way for a powerful new energy future. Often described as a water battery, pumped storage uses water and gravity to store electricity, bridging the gap between when power is generated and when it is needed. From reservoirs to modern grids, it is helping shape a cleaner, more reliable and resilient energy future. Types of Energy Storage Categorisi...
India, Oct. 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The First Decade of UDAN Connecting Regional India Air connectivity plays an important role in regional development. It facilitates access to markets, supports tourism and expands economic opportunities. However, connecting remote and underserved areas remains important for ensuring wider access to air travel. Recognising this need, the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016 prioritised affordable regional connectivity through finan...
India, Oct. 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today congratulated Hokato Hotozhe Sema for winning the Bronze medal with a fine throw in the Men's Shot Put F56/F57 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. Noting that he has shown great passion and dedication by improving on his performance from the previous edition, Shri Modi extended his congratulations and wished that he keeps making India proud. In a post on X, the Prime Minister's Office share...
India, Oct. 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today congratulated Nishad Kumar for his exceptional sporting performance, winning the Gold medal with a new Games Record in the Men's High Jump T47 event at the Asian Para Games. Noting that his versatility and pursuit of excellence are truly remarkable as he finishes with two Gold medals and the admiration of the entire nation, Shri Modi extended his congratulations and best wishes for the upco...