North East Witnesses Unprecedented Expansion of Science & Technology Infrastructure under Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Dr. Jitendra Singh

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that the North Eastern Region has witnessed an unprecedented expansion of scientific infrastructure during the last decade under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, correcting decades of ...


New ultra-sensitive ammonia sensor can enable portable, self-powered, wearable devices to prevent toxic gas exposure

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Scientists have developed an advanced ammonia sensing platform capable of detecting harmful ammonia gas at extremely low concentrations while operating at room temperature. Ammonia is widely used in industries such as fertilizer production, refrigeration, chemical manufacturing, and agriculture. However, accidental exposure to ammonia can cause severe irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory system, while prolonged exposure m...


Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Orders 'Seafarer-First' Response as India Intensifies Maritime Vigil in West Asia

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Amidst the escalating maritime security crisis in West Asia following attacks on two merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal launched a comprehensive 'Seafarer-First' response, directing an unprecedented whole-of-government approach to safeguard every Indian seafarer operating in the conflict-affected region. Chairing a high-level inter-ministerial revie...


​​​​​​​Union Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary attends NIESBUD's first Alumni Meet 2026 in Noida

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "Successful entrepreneurs must become champions for the next generation of founders by mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs, sharing their experiences and creating pathways for others to succeed," said Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, while addressing Alumni Connect, the first alumni meet of the National Insti...


"When Equal Opportunities Are Provided, Talent Knows No Boundaries": Dr Virendra Kumar, Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Calls Divya Kala Mela a Movement for Self-Reliance and Inclusive Nation-Building

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "When equal opportunities are provided, talent knows no boundaries." With this powerful message, the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr Virendra Kumar, inaugurated the 31st Divya Kala Mela at Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata today, describing it as far more than an exhibition-it is a national movement that transforms confidence into capability, creativity into livelihoods and aspiration into self-reliance for Divyangjan. ...


31st Divya Kala Mela Inaugurated In Kolkata, West Bengal

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: New Delhi/Kolkata, July 14, 2026: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 31st Divya Kala Mela at Ravindra Sadan, Kolkata, describing the event as a national movement that promotes self-reliance, dignity, and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities (Divyangjan). Addressing the gathering, the Minister said that "when equal opportunities are provided, talent knows no boundaries...


First Release of sub - sectoral Trial Index of Services Production (ISP) (Base Year 2024 -25)

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Highlights S. No. Broad Sub -Sector ISP April, 2025 ISP April, 2026 Growth in April, 2026 over April, 2025 1 Wholesale Trade 104.0 119.87 15.3% 2 Retail Trade 105.1 137.50 30.8% 3 Repair Services 100.6 119.93 19.2% 4 Accommodation and food 100.7 138.14 37.2% 5 Railway Transport 100.0 99.59 -0.4% 6 Road Transport 93.1 110.34 18.5% 7 Water Transport 99.2 104.87 5.7% 8 Air Transport 104.5...


Union Minister of Textiles Inaugurates Bharat Tex 2026; India's Largest Global Textile Event Opens with Record International Participation

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, today inaugurated Bharat Tex 2026, India's flagship global textile event, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking the commencement of the world's largest integrated textile value chain event with record international participation. Organised by the Bharat Tex Trade Federation (BTTF) with the support of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Bharat Tex 2026 has brought together ...


Index of Services Production:

India, July 14 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Out of the 19 sub-sectors, 14 recorded double-digit growth in April, 2026 as compared to April, 2025. Top 5 sub-sectors with strong monthly growth include accommodation and food (37.2%), retail trade (30.8%), administrative & support services (28.7%), real estate (27.7%) and telecommunications (22.8%). The yearly top 5 sub-sectors for 2025-26 include accommodation and food (35.6%), retail trade (30.5%), repair services (25.1%), w...


HIGH COURT OF ORISSA AT CUTTACK ISSUES ORDER ON TANKADHARA REDDY VS STATE OF ODISHA CASE

CUTTACK, India, July 15 -- Orissa High Court issued the following order on June 19: IN THE HIGH COURT OF ORISSA AT CUTTACK BLAPL No. 3082 of 2026 Tankadhara Reddy @ Jitu Singh ..... Petitioner Represented by Adv. - Satrughna Dash (A), S. Dash -versus- State Of Odisha ..... Opp. Party Represented by Adv. - CORAM: THE HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE ADITYA KUMAR MOHAPATRA ORDER 19.06.2026 Order No. 03. I.A. No. 224 of 2026 1. This matter is taken up through Virtual Mode. 2. This matter was not ...