India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Namaskar. My respectful greetings and regards to all mothers of Bengal! On this special occasion, I feel immense happiness to be connected with you. I have always received great affection from the mothers and sisters of Bengal. Your trust and warmth are a great source of strength for me. Today is also the sacred occasion of Vishwakarma Puja. I extend my heartfelt wishes to all of you on Vishwakarma Puja. Friends, At this ausp...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Thank you very much. Union Cabinet colleagues Ashwini Vaishnaw ji, Jitin Prasada ji, all industry leaders, CEOs, delegates, and virtually connected hundreds of universities and institutes - the future of India, my young companions. And here present, the large number of enthusiastic youth, ladies and gentlemen! This is the fifth edition of Semicon India. I welcome you all. I extend a special welcome to the guests who have come fr...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi. Addressing the occasion and highlighting the significance of the event's fifth edition, the Prime Minister extended warm greetings to all participants. He expressed particular gratitude to the international attendees who had traveled to India to partake in the summit. "I extend a special welcome to the guests who have come to India from abroad," ...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today shared an article by Shri Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog, highlighting how the Prime Minister's governance model is making technology, trust and citizen engagement central to delivering programmes at India's scale. Shri Gauba highlighted how digital systems, direct transfers, simpler regulations and transparent procurement are improving efficiency and access, making governance an eco...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today shared an article by former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind highlighting how India's development journey is increasingly bringing those who were unheard, unseen or underserved into the mainstream. Shri Kovind highlighted the Prime Minister's focus on the mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' and observed that the periphery is now moving to the centre of India's development ambition. Th...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his gratitude for the affection and blessings received from people across the country, on the occasion of his birthday today. Shri Modi said that some gestures remain very special and deeply touch the heart. He described 'Ashirwad Ka Diya' as one such expression of affection that has deeply touched him. The Prime Minister said that every blessing strengthens his resolve to serve...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended his greetings to the citizens on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. Shri Modi conveyed his special greetings to artisans, craftsmen and skilled workers engaged in construction and creation across the country. The Prime Minister said that the skill, dedication and hard work of artisans and skilled workers are of immense importance in realising the vision of a developed and self...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Intellectual Property Rights and the Second BIMSTEC Nodal Group Meeting concluded today in Goa, with participation from all seven BIMSTEC Member States. Day 2 continued with a visit to AIIA Goa, showcasing its state-of-the-art facilities in tertiary care and academics, with delegates sharing institutional best practices. A plantation programme w...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, will organise the Zonal Agriculture Conference - South Zone in Hyderabad on September 18, bringing together the Centre, Southern States and Union Territories, agricultural experts, ICAR institutions, progressive farmers and other stakeholders. The conference will be attended by Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministe...
India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and its institutes across the country today joined the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign with active participation, reaffirming their collective commitment towards cleanliness and hygiene. At Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, Dr M. L. Jat, Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General, ICAR, administered the Swachhata Pledge to officers and staff....