Railways completes RFQ evaluations for PPP in Passenger Train Operations Project.

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Indian Railways has completed the RFQ evaluations for  PPP in Passenger Train Operations Project. Out of 120 applications, 102 applications have been  found  eligible to participate in the RFP stage. Ministry of Railways (MOR) had invited Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for private participation in operation of passenger train services over 12 Clusters comprising for more … Read more

Text of PM’s Address at Bengaluru Tech Summit

Namaste, My cabinet colleague  Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad ji, Chief Minister of Karnataka Shri BS Yeddyrupa  ji and all my dear friends  from the tech world. It is also fitting that technology is helping organise this important summit on technology. Friends, we launched Digital India Mission 5 years back. Today, I am glad to say that Digital India is … Read more

On World Toilet Day India Strengthens its Resolve of Toilet for All: PM

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that on World Toilet Day today,  the nation strengthens its resolve of Toilet for all. In a tweet Shri Modi said “On World Toilet Day, India strengthens its resolve of #Toilet4All. The last few years have seen an unparalleled achievement of providing hygienic toilets to crores of … Read more

President of India’s greetings on The Eve of Chhath Puja

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind has sent his greetings to fellow citizens on the eve of Chhath Puja. In a message, the President has said, “On the occasion of the holy festival of ‘Chhath Puja’, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all the fellow citizens living in India and … Read more

Chief Minister of Meghalaya Mr Conrad Sangma calls on Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh at New Delhi.

Chief Minister of Meghalaya

Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Mr Conrad Sangma met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh here and discussed issues related to the State as well as Centrally funded development projects. Dr Jitendra Singh noted with appreciation the … Read more

Minister of Railways, Commerce & Industry, Food and Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Shri Piyush Goyal reviews the functioning of all directorates of Railway Board

Piyush Goyal

Minister of Railways , Commerce & Industry, Food and Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Shri Piyush Goyal today reviewed  the functioning of all  the directorates of Railway Board. Meeting was attended by Chairman & CEO Railway Board and all officers of rank ED level and above.. The Minister emphasised on the need to focus on the needs … Read more

PM inaugurates Bengaluru Tech Summit

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated Tech Summit in Bengaluru today via video conference. The summit is organised by the Government of Karnataka along with Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS), Karnataka government’s Vision Group on Information Technology, Biotechnology & StartUp, Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) and MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications. The theme of … Read more

SIDBI’s Standup Mitra Portal set up under GOI’s Stand-Up India scheme reaches over 96,000 loan sanctions

Udaipur : The Standup Mitra Portal, which was set up by Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) under guidance of Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, to pioneer national mission of Stand-Up India,  has successfully recorded more than 96,000 loan sanctions worthmore than Rs. 21,000 crore as on September 30, 2020. The portal was … Read more

Bihar education minister resigns over corruption taint

Patna : Bihar education minister Mewa Lal Chaudhary, whose appointment to the post had triggered a controversy on account of a corruption taint, on Thursday tendered his resignation, barely three days after being sworn in as a member of the Nitish Kumar cabinet. Chaudhary, who was allocated the portfolio on Tuesday, a day after taking … Read more

Webinar and Expo with Indonesia on Indian Defence Industry Global Outreach for Collaborative Partnerships

Defence Industry

A webinar between India and Indonesia was held yesterday with the theme “Indian Defence Industry Global Outreach for Collaborative Partnerships: Webinar and Expo India Indonesia Defence Cooperation”.  It was organized under the aegis of Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence through SIDM. This webinar was part of the series which are being organized with … Read more

Operationalisation of Revamped Website of MoSPI

The National Statistical Office

The National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has upgraded its website with improved functionality and content accessibility from 18th November 2020. It can be accessed using the URL: mospi.gov.in. The new website has been designed using latest portal development technology with a purpose of providing an integrated digital experience to … Read more

Dr. Harsh Vardhan addresses Global Prevention Coalition (GPC) for HIV Prevention

Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare digitally addressed the Ministerial meeting of the Global Prevention Coalition (GPC) for HIV Prevention, here today through Video Conference. Hosted by UNAIDS and UNFPA on behalf of the Global HIV Prevention Coalition (GPC),the conference this year holds significance in achieving the 2016 UNGA commitment to end … Read more

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurates NCC’s month-long Constitution Day Youth Club Campaign; Exhorts Youths to Spread Awareness of Constitutional Rights and Duties as they are Interlinked

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Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh today inaugurated a month-long nationwide Constitution Day Youth Club activities programme organised by the NCC through a Video Conferencing from New Delhi. The aim of the programme is to mobilise youth to spread awareness about the Indian Constitution amongst the people across the nation. In his inaugural address Raksha Mantri … Read more

PM condoles the passing away of former Governor of Goa Smt. Mridula Sinha

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former  Governor of Goa Smt. Mridula Sinha. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, ” Smt. Mridula Sinha Ji will be remembered for her efforts towards public service. She was also a proficient writer, making extensive contributions to the world of … Read more

51st IFFI Delegate Registration commences

IFFI has commenced the delegate registration of the 51st IFFI scheduled in January, 2021 from 17th November, 2020 for physical format of the festival for the following paid categories: Delegate cine enthusiast – Rs. 1000/- +  taxes as applicable Delegate professionals – Rs. 1000/- +  taxes as applicable The registration can be done at the following URL:  https://iffigoa.org/ … Read more

Turning Crisis into Opportunity: Dr. Harsh Vardhan reveals how India’s preparation for containing the COVID-19 Pandemic can be repurposed to eradicate TB by 2025

Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare digitally addressed the 33rdStop TB Partnership Board meet, here today through Video Conference. Acknowledging that COVID-19 has turned the clock back by many years, if not decades, in the fight against infectious diseases, Dr. Harsh Vardhan said, “The deadly virus has derailed our painstaking efforts … Read more

President of India addresses the 4th Annual Convocation of JNU through a Video Message

Students coming from all parts of India and from all strata of society study in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in an atmosphere of equal opportunity for excellence. Students aspiring for very different career paths come together at JNU. The University represents blending of inclusion, diversity and excellence, said the President of India, Shri Ram Nath … Read more

Culture Minister Shri Prahlad Singh Patel hands over Bronze idols of Lord Rama, Lakshmana and Goddess Sita dating back to 13th Century, to Tamil Nadu Idol Wing

Union Minister of State for Culture & Tourism (I/C) Shri Prahlad Singh Patel handed over the Bronze idols of Lord Rama, Lakshmana and Goddess Sita to Idol Wing, Government of Tamil Nadu at a ceremony held today in ASI Headquarters, Dharohar Bhawan in New Delhi.Senior officials from the Ministry of Culture, ASI and Government of … Read more