English rendering of PM's address at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2026

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: World Leaders Forum - this prestigious platform, all the well-known stalwarts of the world of business and industry, policy makers, other dignitaries, ladies and gentlemen. It is very natural to feel happy coming among you all. This year the summit's focus is on Shared Future. In the past few years the world has seen many ups and downs. And these experiences have made one thing very clear: whether one likes it or not, the future o...


PM interacts with CEOs and Founders of Space Startups

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi interacted with CEOs and Founders of 20 Space Startups at Seva Teerth, earlier today. CEOs of leading companies in the space sector working in diverse fields ranging from building rockets and reusable semi-cryogenic launch vehicles, avionics, satellites, advanced propulsion system, space and defence intelligence, removing space debris, AI-powered hyperlocal weather and climate intelligence, among...


Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the spirit of selfless service and dedication

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that the continuous flow of rivers teaches us how we can utilise our capabilities for the welfare of humanity. He noted that the spirit of selfless service, dedication and benevolence gives a new direction to the nation. The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam- "जीवनं स्वं परार्थ&#2366...


Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu chairs Consultative Committee of Civil Aviation in Mysuru

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Civil Aviation met today in Mysuru, Karnataka. The meeting was chaired by Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Shri Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, in the presence of Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation, Shri Murlidhar Mohol. Members of Parliament Shri Gopal Jee Thakur (Darbhanga, Bihar); Shri Anup Sanjay Dhotre (Akola, Maharashtra); Ms. Sayani Ghosh (Jada...


29 FDI Investments Worth Rs.4,895.65 Crore Reported Under Revised Framework

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A total of 29 FDI investments have been reported under the revised framework up to 20 August 2026, involving proposed FDI of Rs.4,895.65 crore. These investments span a range of sectors, including Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Information & Communication, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Data Centres and Transport Services, among others. The 29 investments have been reported by investors/entities based in jurisdi...


Union Minister of Communications, Sh. Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Leads 12th BRICS Communications Ministers Meeting in Pune, Emphasizes Sustainable ICT Infrastructure and Digital Inclusivity

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Follow DoT Handles for more: - X - https://x.com/DoT_India Insta- https://www.instagram.com/department_of_telecom?igshMXUxbHFjd3llZTU0YQ Fb - https://www.facebook.com/DoTIndia Youtube: https://youtube.com/@departmentoftelecom?siDALnhYkt89U5jAaa The 12th BRICS Communications Ministers' Meeting was held today at Pune, Maharashtra, under the Chairship of India and was chaired by the Union Minister of Communications, India, Shri ...


India and Brazil sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in Telecommunications and ICTs

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Follow DoT Handles for more: - X - https://x.com/DoT_India Insta- https://www.instagram.com/department_of_telecom?igshMXUxbHFjd3llZTU0YQ Fb - https://www.facebook.com/DoTIndia Youtube: https://youtube.com/@departmentoftelecom?siDALnhYkt89U5jAaa India and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), with the signing of a Memor...


Office of Pr. CCA, Delhi celebrates National Senior Citizens Day; Super Senior pensioners felicitated

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Office of the Principal Controller of Communication Accounts (Pr. CCA), Delhi, under the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, celebrated National Senior Citizens Day today at Sanchar Lekha Bhawan, Prasad Nagar, New Delhi. The programme, organised for the pensioners of the Department, was chaired by Ms. Vandana Gupta, Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA). The celebration was held to acknow...


Government Acts to Curb Sugar Price Rise, Ensure Adequate Availability During Festive Season

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Sugar prices have increased in recent weeks, from Rs.48.18 per kg on 20 July 2026 to Rs.55.70 per kg on 20 August 2026. The Government is closely monitoring the situation and has taken a series of measures to ensure adequate availability of sugar and stable prices for consumers. Rise in sugar prices cannot be attributed to ethanol It is incorrect to attribute the recent increase in sugar prices to diversion of sugar for ethanol p...


India and UK conduct 25th Defence Consultative Group Meeting

India, Aug. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh co-chaired the 25th India - UK Defence Consultative Group (DCG) Meeting with the Permanent Under Secretary (PUS) for Defence of UK Mr Jeremy Pocklington, at New Delhi on Aug 21, 2026. Both countries reviewed the ongoing defence industrial cooperation with emphasis on Research & Development through the India - UK vision 2035 and the Ten year Defence Industrial Roadmap. Both sides agreed to ...