More than 700 Beneficiaries Participate in 'SAMAVESH UTSAV' Celebrating Inclusion, Empowerment and Progress of DNT Communities

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC), under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, organised 'SAMAVESH UTSAV' at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in National Capital today. More than 700 beneficiaries from De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic (DNT) communities including community leaders and artisans from across the country, participated in the programme. Th...


CARA Launches Adoption Awareness 2026 Theme to Promote Legal Adoption and Say No to Illegal Adoption

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, has launched the theme for Adoption Awareness 2026, reinforcing its commitment to promoting legal, safe, transparent and child-centric adoption across the country. The theme for Adoption Awareness 2026 is: Legal Adoption. Safe Childhood. Secure Future. Say No to Illegal Adoption! The theme was formally launche...


Combined Medical Services Examination 2026

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the basis of the result of the written part of the Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 held by the UPSC on 2nd August, 2026, the candidates with the under mentioned Roll Numbers have qualified for Interview/Personality Test. 2. The candidature of these candidates is PROVISIONAL subject to their being found eligible in all respects. The candidates would be required to produce the original certificates in support of their ...


From Awareness to Ownership

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: For centuries, the Ganga has been woven into India's civilisation, culture and everyday life. It has nurtured communities, supported livelihoods and inspired traditions across generations. Over time, however, growing cities, pollution and unplanned urbanisation placed increasing pressure on the river. This highlighted the need to strengthen its ecological health and people's relationship with it. Reviving the Ganga, therefore, call...


India's GDP Performance

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India's economy began 2026-27 on a strong note, with real GDP growth accelerating to 7.8% in Q1, riding on manufacturing and services, while real GVA rose 8.2%. Investments rose by 11.9%; household consumption grew 7.1% and exports grew by 12.0%. This momentum continued into July, with industrial production up 6.7%, while cumulative merchandise and services exports during April-July rose 13.16% year-on-year. Credit to industry and ...


CCI approves acquisition of Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited by TPG Nicobar SG Pte. Ltd. and related transactions

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved acquisition of Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited by TPG Nicobar SG Pte. Ltd. and related transactions. The Proposed Combination includes: (a) acquisition of 100% share capital of Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited (Aseem) by TPG Nicobar SG Pte. Ltd. (Nicobar) (Nicobar Acquisition of Aseem) and the subsequent acquisition of 5% share capital of Aseem by ICICI Bank Limited (...


CCI approves acquisition of up to 100% equity shareholding of Apollo Fertility Centre (AFCPL) and Apollo Specialty Hospitals (ASHPL) by Kids Clinic India Ltd. (KCIL) and related transactions

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved acquisition of up to 100% equity shareholding of Apollo Fertility Centre Pvt. Ltd (AFCPL) and Apollo Specialty Hospitals Pvt. Ltd. (ASHPL) by Kids Clinic India Ltd. (KCIL) and related transactions. The proposed combination involves: (The aforementioned steps are collectively referred to as the 'Proposed Combination'). KCIL is a public limited company operating chains of supe...


NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the reported sexual assault of a minor girl by a bus driver and conductor in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh

India, Sept. 1 -- 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 16-year-old girl was subjected to gang rape by a driver and a conductor of a bus that she boarded from Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh on 4th August 2026. Reportedly, the perpetrators extended life threats and left her at the Kashmere Gate Bus Terminal in Delhi. The Commission has observed that the contents of the news report, if...


NHRC, India launches online 'Human Rights Quiz 2026' on MyGov today ahead of its 33rd Foundation Day

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In the run up to its 33rd Foundation Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) India, in collaboration with MyGov, today launched 'Human Rights Quiz 2026: Celebrating Life, Liberty, Equality and Dignity'. The online quiz will be available till 10th October 2026 on MyGov platform. It is open to all Indian citizens aged 14 and above. The quiz seeks to engage everyone in learning about human rights, the Protection of Human Rig...


Resolution to make Hindi the working language, Hindi fortnight begins in the Fertilizer Department

India, Sept. 1 -- The Government of India has issued a release: With an aim to increase awareness about the official language Hindi and to promote greater use of Hindi in government work , the Department of Fertilizers launched Hindi Pakhwada-2026 on 1st September 2026. The programme was organized under the guidance of Joint Secretary Shri Anurag Rohatgi and was enthusiastically participated by the officers and staff of the Department. On this occasion, Mr. Anurag Rohatgi extended his best wis...