Over 47.59 Lakh Citizens Benefitted Through Adarsh Gram Component; 16,759 Villages Declared As Adarsh Grams; More Than 46,782 Development Works Completed; 24,133 Village Development Plans Prepared Across The Country

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment continues to strengthen the socio-economic empowerment of Scheduled Caste communities through the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY). The flagship scheme aims to reduce poverty, create sustainable livelihood opportunities, improve infrastructure in Scheduled Caste-dominated villages and promote inclusive development through a technology-enabled and outcome-oriente...


Bharat Tex 2026 Witnesses Unprecedented Business Momentum and Massive Footfall

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The first three days of Bharat Tex 2026 have transformed Bharat Mandapam into the epicentre of the global textile and apparel industry, witnessing an overwhelming response from domestic and international stakeholders. The world's largest integrated textile event has recorded exceptionally high visitor footfall, vibrant business activity, extensive buyer-seller engagements, and dynamic knowledge exchange, reaffirming India's emergen...


Two day National Awareness Programme on POSH Act begins at Vigyan Bhawan

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The two day National Commission for Women's (NCW) National Awareness Programme on The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 began today at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi, was the Chief Guest on the occasion.Organised by the National Commission for Women, the programme brought together senior government officials, legal ...


MY Bharat National Youth Volunteers Convention Brings Together 1500 + Volunteers In Lucknow

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) organised the MY Bharat National Youth Volunteers Convention at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Lucknow, bringing together nearly 1500+ MY Bharat Youth Volunteers from across Uttar Pradesh. The convention aimed at strengthening youth leadership, volunteerism and community engagement while equipping volunteers to actively contribute ...


Government Strengthens Anti-Doping Framework with Enforcement of National Anti-Doping Act, 2022 and Amendment Act, 2025

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Government of India has notified the commencement of the National Anti-Doping Act, 2022 and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Act, 2025, marking a significant milestone in strengthening India's legal and institutional framework for clean sport. The legislation provides a comprehensive statutory foundation to prevent doping in sport, safeguard the rights of athletes, and uphold the integrity of sporting competition in accorda...


NITI Aayog released a report on "Investment Friendliness Index"

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: During the 9th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog held in July 2024, the Hon'ble Prime Minister tasked NITI Aayog with preparing an Investment-Friendly Charter comprising key policies, programmes, and processes required to attract investments. Subsequently, the Union Budget 2025-26 announced the development of an Investment Friendliness Index to strengthen the spirit of competitive and cooperative federalism by promoting refor...


Union Public Service Commission announces Recruitment Results for the month of June, 2026

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The following Recruitment cases have been finalised by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of June, 2026. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post. Applications of other candidates were duly considered but regretted that it has not been possible to call them for interview/recommend them for the post. Click here to see result: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


Bharat Tex 2026: Where Every Thread Opens a New Opportunity

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: India's Craft Traditions in Focus Running alongside Bharat Tex, Indie Haat 2026 at National Crafts Museum, Delhi presents India's handloom and handicraft heritage. It has attracted 48 artisans and weavers, along with 12 design-led brands. The showcase places regional craftsmanship at the heart of the larger textile event. It is giving handmade traditions a prominent and contemporary setting. It spans crafts such as Gulabi Minakar...


Modified UDAN: Strengthening India's Regional Aviation Network

India, July 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Launched to expand regional air connectivity, the UDAN scheme has widened access to air travel across India. Over nine years, the scheme has operationalised 679 routes across 95 airports, heliports and water aerodromes. More than 3.58 lakh flights have served over 1.68 crore passengers under the scheme. Modified UDAN is being implemented from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36 with an outlay of Rs.28,840 crore. The scheme also envisions 100 ...


HIGH COURT OF MANIPUR AT IMPHAL ISSUES ORDER ON THANGJAM SANJOY SINGH VS STATE OF MANIPUR AND OTHERS CASE

IMPHAL, India, July 20 -- Manipur High Court issued the following order on July 1: IN THE HIGH COURT OF MANIPUR AT IMPHAL MC (WP (C)) No. 513 of 2026 With MC (WP (C)) No. 436 of 2026 With WP (C) No. 419 of 2026 Thangjam Sanjoy Singh ...Applicant Vrs. State of Manipur; & 26 Ors. ...Respondents BEFORE HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE AHANTHEM BIMOL SINGH 01.07.2026 Mr. M. Ibohal Singh, learned counsel along with Mr. M. Chittaranjan, learned counsel appeared on behalf of petitioner and Mrs. L. Mono...