Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unveiled a series of major infrastructure and connectivity initiatives in West Bengal, launching development projects worth over ₹830 crore and flagging off three Amrit Bharat Express trains from Kolkata. The initiatives are aimed at strengthening transport networks, improving logistics efficiency, and accelerating economic growth…
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PM Modi Lays Foundation for Kaziranga Elevated Corridor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the ambitious Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project in Assam, calling it a landmark initiative that balances infrastructure development with wildlife conservation. Addressing a massive gathering at Kaliabor during the Bhoomi Poojan ceremony, the Prime Minister said the project reflects India’s…
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PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off India’s first-ever Vande Bharat sleeper train, marking a major milestone in the country’s railway modernisation drive. The historic launch took place at Malda Town station in West Bengal, connecting Howrah with Guwahati via an overnight, fully air-conditioned service designed for long-distance travel….
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PRAGATI Drives Irrigation Push Under Jal Shakti Ministry
New Delhi: The Ministry of Jal Shakti is leveraging the PRAGATI platform to fast-track major irrigation and water-resource projects, resolving long-standing bottlenecks and strengthening India’s water security framework. Water remains one of India’s most critical resources, directly influencing agriculture, food security, livelihoods, and economic growth. With climate variability, rapid urbanisation,…
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MoRTH 2025: Smarter, Cheaper Highway Travel
India’s national highways have expanded rapidly over the last decade, bringing faster connectivity and economic growth. However, this expansion also led to a familiar frustration for commuters long queues at toll plazas and unpredictable travel costs. In 2025, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), working closely with the…
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates 6 Modern Post Offices in MP
Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Sunday inaugurated six renovated and modernised post offices across Madhya Pradesh, reinforcing the Centre’s push to strengthen public service delivery and upgrade postal infrastructure. During the visit, the Minister also announced the establishment of a ₹111-crore…
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SWAMIH Fund Revives Housing Sector, Protects Homebuyers
The Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing (SWAMIH) Investment Fund, launched in November 2019, has successfully protected homebuyers’ interests while reviving stalled housing projects and boosting the economy. Managed by SBI Ventures Limited, SWAMIH provides last-mile financing to distressed residential projects, easing the burden on middle-class families. Key Achievements…
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Coal Ministry Holds Chintan Shivir to Drive Sector Reforms
The Ministry of Coal organised a two-day Chintan Shivir on January 5 and 6 at Manesar in Gurugram to comprehensively review the progress of reforms in the coal sector and chart a clear roadmap for the future. The deliberative exercise aimed to move beyond routine administration and focus on outcome-oriented…
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SAIL Achieves Record December Sales, Sustains FY26 Growth
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), the Maharatna public sector steel producer, achieved a historic milestone by recording its highest-ever December sales volume of 2.1 Million Tonnes (MT) in 2025. This represents a remarkable 37% increase compared to 1.5 MT in December 2024, highlighting the company’s strong focus on customer…
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Power Minister Reviews Key J&K Hydropower Projects
Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal concluded a two-day visit to Jammu & Kashmir, reviewing major hydropower projects and interacting with project teams and local communities. The visit aimed at assessing progress, addressing challenges, and setting commissioning timelines for key projects in the Chenab Valley. First Day: Salal, Sawalkot, and…