India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On 04.08.2026, M/s Air India A320 aircraft VT-EXO, operating flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi, experienced a sudden loss of altitude of approximately 300 feet during cruise, following which the aircraft stabilised and subsequently landed safely at Delhi. During the occurrence, injuries were reported to a few passengers and cabin crew members on board. The aircraft was carrying 137 passengers, including 03 infants, and 08 crew mem...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Indian Navy-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 is scheduled to be conducted at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, from 10 to 14 Aug 2026. The bilateral exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen professional cooperation between the specialist diving and EOD teams of the two navies. The five-day exercise will comprise Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs), cross-training, equipment demonstrations...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "Operation Sindoor demonstrated the unmatched valour of our defence forces who sent a global message that India will go to any extent to ensure the safety of its citizens while protecting the sindoor worn by our women," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while addressing the 'Sindoor Maharaktadan Yatra' Blood Donation Camp at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt on August 09, 2026. Raksha Mantri commended the Indian Defence Forces for eli...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Biological Resource Company ABS Amount released States / Beneficiary Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) seed varieties & hybrids Bayer Science and Innovation Pvt. Ltd. & HM Clause India Pvt. Ltd. Rs 26.98 lakh 30 SBBs/UTBCs Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) seed varieties & hybrids Bayer Science and Innovation Pvt. Ltd. & HM Clause India Pvt. Ltd. Rs 24.32 lakh 25 SBBs/UTBCs Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) seed var...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Shri. Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Department of Defence, Ministry of Defence, graced the Foundation Day celebration of the Indian Cost Accounts Service (ICoAS), organised under the aegis of the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, as the Chief Guest, in New Delhi today. Shri. Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary, Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, was present on the occasion as the Guest of Honour. This year's ...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today presented the President's Colours to the Puducherry Police. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor Shri K. Kailashnathan and the Chief Minister of Puducherry Shri N. Rangasamy, along with several other dignitaries, were present. In his address, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah said that Puducherry is a living symbol of the spiritual...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major milestone for the nation's clean energy transition and climate action targets, India has crossed 300 GW of non-fossil fuel-based installed electricity generation capacity as on 31st July, 2026; over 60% of the 500 GW capacity targeted to be achieved by 2030. Breakdown of Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity (as on 31.07.2026): The share of non-fossil fuel electricity capacity in the country's total electricity generation capacity...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Government has informed the Rajya Sabha that a total Central share of Rs.1,178.20 crore was released to beneficiaries in Karnataka under the Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) students during the last three financial years. Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale shared these details in reply to Unstarred Question No. 2050 in the Rajya Sabha regarding Ce...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Higher education can create opportunities for young people to build meaningful careers and work towards a stable and independent future. However, financial constraints can make it difficult for students from economically weaker families to meet the costs associated with tuition fees, books, travel and other educational requirements. Demonstrating the importance of educational financial assistance, Anu Priya, a 20-year-old B.Tech. I...
India, Aug. 9 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Higher education can open new pathways for young people to build meaningful careers and contribute to the development of the nation. However, financial constraints can often make it difficult for students to meet the costs associated with quality education, academic resources and skill development. Demonstrating the impact of educational financial assistance, Yarra Mahesh, a 21-year-old B.Tech 2nd-year student from the Gen-EWS cate...