Cabinet approves one new project covering Ahmedabad District in the state of Gujarat, increasing the existing network of Indian Railways by about 134 Kms

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has approved Ahmedabad (Sarkhej) - Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Line project of Ministry of Railways with total cost of Rs. 20,667 crore (approx.). It will be Indian Railways 1st semi high-speed project, planned with indigenously developed technology. The project section will provide faster connectivity between Ahmedabad, Dholera SI...


Dr. Jitendra Singh Calls Pensioners "A Valuable National Resource", Says Pension Reforms Have Transformed Governance from "Rule Book Driven" to "Citizen Centric"

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that India's pension governance has witnessed a transformational shift during the last decade, evolving from a procedure-bound system into a technology-enabled, citizen-centric mechanism focused on dignity, transparency and ...


Ministry of Minority Affairs is organising a National Conclave on "Minorities Welfare - Inclusive Development through AI for Viksit Bharat" under the vision of "Bhagidaari Se Bhaagyoday"

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Minority Affairs is organising a National Conclave on "Minorities Welfare - Inclusive Development through AI for Viksit Bharat" under the vision of "Bhagidaari Se Bhaagyoday" on 14th May, 2026. The conclave aims to strengthen inclusive governance, enhance policy outreach and promote technology-driven welfare interventions for minority communities across the country. The event reflects the Ministry's commitment towar...


Issuance of first instalment of Mother Sanction of Rs 401.50 crore for F.Y. 2026-27 under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for Development of Infrastructure Facilities for District and Subordinate Courts

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal today virtually issued the first instalment of mother sanction of Rs 401.50 crore for FY 2026-27 through PFMS system to the States/UTs under the "CSS for Development of Infrastructure Facilities for District & Subordinate Courts" Scheme of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India in a meeting held at Kartavya B...


MoEFCC to organize Five Thematic Events across the Country, dedicated to each Big Cat Species found in India

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), would be organising a series of thematic events across the country to highlight India's leadership in big cat conservation and promote the objectives of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). These programmes will focus on India's five wild big cat species - Tiger, Asiatic Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard and Cheetah - and will showcase conservation achievements,...


Launch of IP Catalyst and Digital Platform during National Conference on "From Patent to Product: Accelerating IP Commercialization in Electronics & IT"

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, organized a one-day national conference on "From Patent to Product: Accelerating IP Commercialization in Electronics & IT" at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi on 12 May 2026. The conference, brought together policymakers, innovators, industry leaders, startups, MSMEs, academia, researchers, and R&D institutions to deliberate on strengthening India's ...


IndiaAI Mission and NHA Felicitate Winners of AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon Showcase 2026

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The IndiaAI Mission in collaboration with the National Health Authority (NHA) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, felicitated the winners of the AB PM-JAY Auto-Adjudication Hackathon Showcase 2026 at IISc Bengaluru on May 9, 2026, marking the conclusion of a two-day national showcase of AI-driven innovation in public health insurance. Organised in collaboration with the NHA and IISc Bengaluru, the hackathon focus...


IndiaAI signs MoU with Karya to strengthen inclusive AI ecosystem

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The IndiaAI Mission, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Karya, a nonprofit organisation that works to increase accessibility of the AI economy. The organizations together will work on strengthening India's inclusive artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem through collaboration in data, technology, and capacity building. The MoU is focused on the d...


Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy launched Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp (BBSC) in New Delhi

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, today launched Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp (BBSC) at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC), New Delhi. The nationwide initiative aims to celebrate India's linguistic diversity and promote multilingualism among school students, in line with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Viksit Bharat 2047. India's rich m...


Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launches Rs.189.79 Crore Mizoram Ginger Mission

India, May 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, together with Chief Minister of Mizoram Shri Lalduhoma, today launched the Mizoram Ginger Mission, a Rs.189.79 crore convergence-led initiative for Ginger Cultivation & Value Chain Development for the State of Mizoram. Anchored by MDoNER, the Mission builds upon convergence with Schemes of Ministries of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, ...