9th Molecular Virology Meeting brings together India's virology community to advance research, translation and preparedness

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The 9th Molecular Virology Meeting (MVM 2026) concluded on 18th September 2026 at BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (BRIC-NII), New Delhi, bringing together around 200 clinicians, researchers and students from across India to discuss emerging questions in viral biology and the translation of virology research into vaccines, therapeutics, diagnostics and public-health capabilities. Initiated in 2009, the Molecular Virology Mee...


European Parliament delegation calls on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Discussions focus on Effective Implementation of India-EU FTA, Deeper Cooperation in Science, Technology and Emerging Technologies

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: European Parliament Committee delegation on Industry, Research & Energy (ITRE), led by Angelika Winzig and Austria, Raffaele Stancanelli, today called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh and held a wide range discussion, with focus on effective implementation of the India-EU Free ...


Economic Inclusion Initiatives Promote Entrepreneurship, Livelihoods and Rehabilitation Among Marginalised Communities

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, through its Economic Inclusion Division (EID), is strengthening entrepreneurship, livelihood generation and rehabilitation support for marginalised communities. Its major initiatives include the Venture Capital Fund for Scheduled Castes (VCF-SC), the Venture Capital Fund for Backward Classes and the comprehensive rehabilitation component for persons engaged in begging under the Supp...


From Greenery to Prosperity with NSFDC-WBSCDC Support

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Timely institutional support can help women organise themselves, build sustainable livelihoods and improve the well-being of their families. Whileas limited access to affordable finance often prevents rural women from starting income-generating activities and achieving economic independence. Maa Lakshmi Mahila Samiti, an 11-member Self-Help Group in Purulia district, West Bengal, transformed its livelihood through greenhouse farm...


From Substance Dependence to Sporting Ambition: J&K's Sajjad's Journey of Recovery and Reintegration

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Timely treatment, counselling and rehabilitation can help affected individuals regain their health, rebuild confidence and return to productive community life. Otherwise substance dependence can interrupt education, employment, family relationships and personal aspirations. Sajjad (name changed), a 25-year-old graduate, full-time employee and talented regional cricketer from Central Kashmir's Budgam district in Jammu and Kashmir,...


NAMASTE Strengthens Safety Dignity and Livelihood Support for Sanitation Workers

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme aims to ensure the safety and dignity of sanitation workers by creating an enabling ecosystem that recognizes their contribution to the operation and maintenance of sanitation infrastructure. Secretary Ministry of Social Justice And Empowerment Shri Sudhansh Pant informed that under NAMASTE as on September 22, the sewer and septic tank workers component cove...


Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign: Ministry of Textiles and Its Organisations Undertake Cleanliness and Awareness Activities

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ministry of Textiles proudly announces the commencement of the Swachhta Hi Seva- 2026 Campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at reinforcing the commitment to cleanliness and hygiene in everyday life. The campaign is celebrated across all organisations under the Ministry of Textiles from 17th September to 2nd October-2026. This year's theme, 'Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat Viksit Bharat', emphasizes celebrating cleanliness...


National Single Window System

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The National Single Window System (NSWS) is a digital platform that guides investors in identifying the approvals required for their businesses. It also enables them to apply for these approvals based on their specific business requirements. Implemented by DPIIT, it enables investors to identify, apply for, and track approvals through a single interface. Its key features include the Know Your Approvals module, Common Registration ...


Progressing Towards Universal Health Coverage

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri-Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) serves as the flagship financial protection pillar of India's healthcare system, providing annual cashless hospitalisation coverage of upto Rs.5 lakh per family to economically vulnerable citizens. Marking its eighth anniversary, the scheme now covers about 33% of India's population with Ayushman cards, having funded 13.25 crore admissions worth Rs. 2.03 lakh crore and d...


India Cine Hub

India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The India Cine Hub (ICH) is a single-window digital portal that simplifies film permits, visa processing, and vendor access for domestic and global creators. Managed by the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), it eliminates multi-state bureaucratic friction by consolidating state approvals, police clearances, and co-production applications into one central system. This streamlined approach makes filming across In...