Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, has underlined the critical importance of biodiversity in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, describing it as central to India’s environmental stability, economic security, and long-term climate resilience. Speaking during his visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Regional…
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Rashtrapati Bhavan Closed Jan 21–29 for Republic Day
New Delhi: Public visits to Rashtrapati Bhavan will remain suspended for nine days later this month as preparations intensify for the Republic Day Parade and Beating Retreat Ceremony. The iconic Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India and a major heritage attraction in the national capital, will…
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PM Modi Lauds HPCL Residue Upgradation Facility at Vizag Refinery
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the successful commissioning of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited’s (HPCL) Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) at the Visakh Refinery in Andhra Pradesh, calling it a decisive milestone in India’s journey toward energy security and self-reliance. The Prime Minister described the project as a major step…
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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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NeSDA Way Forward Report: 23,934 E-Services Across States
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) has released the 31st edition of the NeSDA Way Forward Monthly Report for States and Union Territories, offering a comprehensive snapshot of India’s progress in digital governance. Covering November 2025, the report underscores the steady expansion of electronic service delivery and…
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Alok Mehta Meets PM Modi, Presents ‘Revolutionary Raj’ Book
Senior journalist and author Shri Alok Mehta met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday and presented him with the first copy of his latest book, “Revolutionary Raj: Narendra Modi’s 25 Years.” The meeting, confirmed by an official release from the Press Information Bureau (PIB), marked a…
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PM Modi Reaffirms Push for Ease of Living, Faster Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for citizens across the country, stating that the reform journey undertaken over the past decade will gain even greater momentum in the coming years. The Prime Minister’s remarks underscore the Centre’s focus on…
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IGNCA to Host Kapila Vatsyayan Memorial Lecture Textile Show
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is set to honour the intellectual and cultural legacy of renowned scholar Dr Kapila Vatsyayan through a memorial lecture and a curated textile exhibition drawn from her personal collection. The twin events will be held on December 29, 2025, at IGNCA’s…
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President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand Dec 27–30
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day official visit to Goa, Karnataka and Jharkhand from December 27 to December 30, 2025, as part of a packed itinerary that spans defence preparedness, cultural heritage and higher education. The visit underscores the President’s engagement with diverse regions and institutions…
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Good Governance Day 2025: Measuring Accountable Governance
India observes Good Governance Day every year on December 25 to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a leader remembered for embedding accountability, transparency and inclusiveness into public administration. In 2025, the occasion once again highlights how governance is being systematically measured and improved through…