India, March 5 -- 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 at least 18 workers died and 24 others were injured after an explosion at an explosives manufacturing unit at Raulgaon in Katoltaluka area of Nagpur, Maharashtra. Reportedly, the incident happened in the packing section of the factory at around 7:00 am on 1st March 2026. Several victims have suffered severe burn injuries ranging ...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: At the invitation of the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Finland, H.E. Dr. Alexander Stubb, is on a State Visit to India from 4-7 March 2026. President Stubb, who is on his first visit to India in his present capacity, is visiting New Delhi and Mumbai and is accompanied by Ms. Sari Multala, Minister of Climate and the Environment of Finland, Mr. Matias Marttinen, Minister of Employm...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya today unveiled the logo of India's pioneering sporting initiative, the world's first franchise-based Road Cycling League, named Cycling League of India. Describing the initiative as a transformative step for cycling in the country, Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya said the launch represents a defining moment for cycling in the country. "This launch marks a...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda virtually addressed Press Briefing at the World Health Organization Headquarters today underscoring India's strong commitment to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem and strengthen global cooperation on pressing health challenges. Addressing the gathering, the Union Health Minister emphasized that the health and dignity of women remain a core nat...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Your Excellency, President Stubb, Distinguished delegates of both countries, Friends from the media, Greetings! Terve! I extend a warm welcome to President Stubb on his first visit to India as the President of Finland. President Stubb is not only a distinguished global leader, but also a respected thinker and author. Excellency, it is a matter of great honour and pleasure for us that an experienced and dynamic leader like you i...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake his maiden visit to Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura from 6-8 March 2026 since assuming office. During the visit, the Vice President will grace the 8th Convocation of Nagaland University on 6 March 2026 at Lumami, Nagaland. On 7 March 2026, the Vice President will be the Chief Guest at the 20th Convocation of Mizoram University in Aizawl, Mizoram. On his visit to...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A Parliamentary Delegation led by H.E. Mr. Marcos Perestrello de Vasconcellos, Vice President of the Portuguese Parliament, called on the Hon'ble Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri Harivansh, in Parliament today. Underlining the importance of bilateral relations between the two countries,Shri Harivanshstated that the relations of India and Portugal are rooted in deep friendship, mutual respect, shared democratic values, historical...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Giving further momentum to the efforts inspired by Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision of "Sahkar se Samriddhi", Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah during his visit to Odisha on 6 March 2026 will dedicate to the nation the Sulphuric Acid Plant established by IFFCO along with inaugurating and launching several important development projects related to the cooperative sector, dairy development and the M...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, in collaboration with MY Bharat, will launch a nationwide digital campaign titled 'VB-G RAM G Youth Digital Campaign' from tomorrow. The objective of the campaign is to ensure widespread public awareness about the "Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rural Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural): VB-G RAM G (Viksit Bharat-G Ram G) Act, 2025'. The campaign has been named 'Viksit Bh...
India, March 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: 1 MoU on Migration and Mobility Partnership Finland has emerged as an important destination for Indian professionals, particularly in the field of technology and innovation sectors. The MoU on Migration and Mobility Partnership will facilitate mobility of talent. 2 Renewal of MoU on Environmental Cooperation Renewal of existing MoU signed in November 2020. It encompasses key areas of collaboration that contribute to sustainabi...