India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: "The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has truly transformed into a mass movement, ultimately ensuring welfare and savings for the people, the states, and the entire country", said Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Education and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Pralhad Joshi at a fireside chat during the 3rd day of a Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 here today. Union Minister Shri Joshi highl...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW), participated in the Nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Mega Camp 5 organised by North Central Railway, Prayagraj Division, in association with the State Bank of India (SBI), at the Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Prayagraj, today. During his visit, Shri Dhrubajyoti Sengupta, Joint Secretary, DoPPW interacted with pensioners and officials and encouraged pensioners to...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) Scheme for Development of Grid-Scale Energy Storage Systems, with a total financial support of Rs.14,500 crore for the period FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31. The scheme aims to support the development of 92 GWh of, yet to be commissioned; energy storage capacity across the country. The scheme will support creation of new capac...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Indian Railways continued its strong operational performance during October 2026, registering robust growth in freight transportation. Higher freight loading and increased freight earnings reflect Indian Railways' efforts towards supporting economic growth and strengthening the country's logistics sector. Freight Loading Registers Robust Growth Indian Railways achieved its highest-ever freight loading for October, transporting 145...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The First National SARAS Mela held outside Delhi-NCR - organised as an initiative of the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh - concluded recently at Punnami Ghat, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. It brought together around 1,500 women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Lakhpati Didis from 30+ States and Union Territories. Participating through 600 stalls, ...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: A new silicon chip that allows terahertz waves to pass through an engineered barrier with little loss, while carrying data at 100 Gbit/s, points to compact terahertz circuits for future 6G communication technologies. Future sixth-generation (6G) wireless networks are expected to use terahertz frequencies, which lie between microwaves and infrared light and offer wide bandwidth. Guiding these waves through compact circuits is challe...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: An advanced surface-engineering approach developed by scientists can help improve the durability of cutting tools used for machining super alloys. This could help aerospace, energy and petrochemical sectors, where nickel-based superalloys are indispensable for components operating under extreme conditions. Machining of super alloys for use in aircraft engines, power plants and petrochemical systems is a major manufacturing challen...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: With a shared vision of strengthening capacity building, research collaboration, technology partnerships for the advancement of countries of the Global South, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and DAKSHIN - Global South Centre of Excellence at the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS) signed a Letter of Association (LoA) on 3 November 2026. DAKSHIN envisions fostering knowledge sharin...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar today launched the 'Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan', a National Intergenerational Bonding Campaign, under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), in the National Capital here this evening. The initiative marks an important step towards strengthening intergenerational solidarity and promoting a society that recognises and values the experience, wisdom and contributio...
India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Shilp Samagam Mela 2026, currently underway at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi, continues to draw enthusiastic crowds with its spectacular display of India's artistic traditions, indigenous craftsmanship, and vibrant cultural diversity. Organised by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, the 15-day Mela has transformed into a bustling hub of inclusive celebration and will remain open to visitors until November 15, 2026. Ce...