India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Meeting was co-chaired by HE Hardeep Singh Puri, India's Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and HE Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General. Discussions focused on oil market stability, energy security and the importance of adequate and timely investment across the oil industry. Both parties reviewed the short-, medium- and long-term outlooks, underscoring India's crucial role in global economic expansion and energy deman...
India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To strengthen inter-agency coordination and expedite infrastructure development, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (SSNNL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a simplified and time-bound framework for granting approvals for National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across the State of Gujarat. The MoU aims to strengthen inter-departmental coordination, fac...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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 ...