Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and Permanent Mission of India organise Special Trade Facilitation Sessions at World Trade Organisation in Geneva

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Government of India, along with Permanent Mission of India to the WTO in Geneva, organised special sessions on trade on 24th February 2026 on the sidelines of the meeting of the Committee on Trade Facilitation at the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva. The Special Secretary and Member (Customs), Shri Surjit Bhujabal led the Indian delegation at the CBIC sessions at WTO ...


UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION ENGINEERING SERVICES (PRELIMINARY) EXAMINATION, 2026

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: On the basis of the result of Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 held by the Union Public Service Commission (U.P.S.C.) on 8th February, 2026; the candidates with the under mentioned Roll Numbers have qualified for Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026, which is scheduled to be held on 21.06.2026 (Sunday). 2. The candidature of these candidates is purely provisional at all stages of the examination subjec...


"Through Sports, Jammu & Kashmir Is Writing a New Chapter of Progress and Possibility": Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya at 6th Khelo India Winter Games Closing Ceremony

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major announcement, the Minister said that future editions of the Winter Games in Gulmarg will be expanded into a 15-day integrated sporting event by combining sports with tourism and cultural activities. Reflecting on his interactions with athletes and coaches at Khelo India Centres in Jammu and Kashmir, he lauded the remarkable sporting spirit and growing culture of excellence emerging from the region. He further noted tha...


"Shilp Samagam is not merely a fair, but a bridge to self-reliance and dignity" - Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurates 'Shilp Samagam-2026'

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "This is not merely an exhibition of products, but a celebration of self-reliance, dignity and social empowerment." With these words, the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, today inaugurated the Shilp Samagam Mela-2026 at 'Vallabh Sadan', Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad. Extending greetings to all present on the occasion of the upcoming festival of Holi, the Minister stated that the fair symboli...


PM to address Post Budget Webinar on "Technology, Reforms and Finance for Viksit Bharat" on 27th February

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the Post Budget Webinar on "Technology, Reforms and Finance for Viksit Bharat" on 27th February at around 11:30 AM via video conferencing. The webinar will entail discussions on public capex, infrastructure, banking sector reforms, financial sector architecture, deepening capital markets, and ease of living through tax reforms. The webinar is the first in a series of Post Budget Webin...


PRESIDENT OF INDIA PARTICIPATES IN THE BHOOMI PUJAN CEREMONY OF SRI JAGANNATH TEMPLE AT JAMSHEDPUR

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu participated in the Bhoomi pujan ceremony of Sri Jagannath Temple at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand today (February 26, 2026). This ceremony was organised by Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust, Jamshedpur. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Mahaprabhu Jagannath is the Lord of the entire universe. His grace showers equally upon all humanity, without any disc...


Shri JP Nadda to head reconstituted Hindi Advisory Committee in Chemicals & Fertilizers Ministry

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union government has reconstituted the Hindi Advisory Committee for the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, will serve as the Chairman of the committee, while Minister of State Ms. Anupriya Patel has been appointed as its Vice-Chairperson. An official resolution regarding the reorganization of the panel has been published in the Gazette of India. Diver...


Northeast holds potential to develop as Southeast Asia trade corridor, says Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: During the visit to Tripura, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh chaired a District Level Review Meeting in Sepahijala District at the Conference Hall of the Collector Office, Kamalasagar. Addressing the meeting, Dr Jitendra Singh said Northeast has the potential to develop as a Southeast Asia...


Raksha Rajya Mantri inaugurates Chungthang-Lachen Axis and Taram Chu Bridge in Sikkim

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth inaugurated Chungthang - Lachen axis and a 400 ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim restored by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). It is a major milestone in post-disaster recovery efforts by BRO following the devastating cloud bursts in May-June 2025, Cyclone Remal in June 2024 and the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in October 2023. To restore the Lines of Communication, BRO cl...


Prime Minister Pays Tribute to Veer Savarkar Ji on his Punya Tithi

India, Feb. 26 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid humble tributes to the great revolutionary Veer Savarkar Ji on his Punya tithi. In a message honoring the freedom fighter, the Prime Minister stated that he dedicated his life to free the country from the chains of slavery. He further remarked that Veer Savarkar Ji's personality and work will continue to inspire every generation for national service. The Prime Minister wrote on X; म&...