New Delhi: Senior parliamentarian Dr Shashi Tharoor has called for a fundamental rethink of India’s governance model, urging public institutions to view governance not merely as administrative compliance but as a moral contract between the State and its citizens. Delivering the keynote address at the 24th edition of “Reimagining Governance:…
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CAPF eAwas Allots 1.46 Lakh Family Quarters
New Delhi: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has informed Parliament that more than 1.46 lakh family accommodations have been allotted to personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles through the eAwas online portal since its launch in September 2022. The data was shared by Minister…
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Govt Strengthens Veterinary Medicines Framework
New Delhi: The Government of India has reinforced its coordinated regulatory framework for veterinary medicines to ensure safety, quality and responsible usage, particularly in food-producing animals. The measures were detailed in Parliament by Union Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, also known as Lalan Singh, in a…
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ISRO Space Tech Boosts Digital India in Bengal
Space technology developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is actively supporting flagship national initiatives such as Digital India, rural broadband expansion, fisheries safety and agricultural monitoring in West Bengal, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Personnel,…
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Raksha Mantri Expands ‘Family’ Definition for Housing
In a significant welfare-oriented decision, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the expansion of the definition of “family” for the allotment of Government Accommodation to Service Officers. The move broadens eligibility criteria and reflects the evolving structure of Indian families, while reinforcing the Centre’s commitment to social security and…
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CAQM Sets MRSM Norms to Curb NCR Road Dust
New Delhi: In a major push to tackle road dust pollution in Delhi-NCR, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has issued comprehensive technical and operational norms for the deployment of Mechanized Road Sweeping Machines (MRSMs). The move aims to standardise sweeping practices across the National Capital Region and reduce…
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Green Highways Drive Sustainable Road Infra Push
The Centre has reinforced its commitment to building green highways and sustainable road infrastructure, with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari informing the Rajya Sabha about wide-ranging eco-friendly initiatives in National Highway projects. The measures include large-scale plantation drives, adoption of recycled materials, and promotion…
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Bharatiya Antariksh Station: BAS-01 by 2028
India is moving closer to establishing its own space station, the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), with the first module scheduled for launch by 2028. The government informed Parliament that the ambitious project forms a key part of Space Vision 2047 and is integrated within the expanded Gaganyaan programme. In a…
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ANEEL Thorium Fuel for PHWRs Under Review
India is exploring the development and deployment of ANEEL, a thorium-based fuel for Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), as part of its long-term nuclear energy strategy. The government informed Parliament that discussions are underway, subject to approvals from the respective authorities and in accordance with national laws. Union Minister of…
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ECI Launches EVM/VVPAT Awareness Drive in 5 States
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a large-scale EVM/VVPAT awareness campaign across five poll-bound States and Union Territories Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to strengthen voter confidence ahead of upcoming elections. The initiative focuses on educating citizens about the functioning, transparency and reliability of Electronic…