Indian Railways
The Indian Railways has sanctioned ₹443 crores for the construction of an 18 km rail line connecting Rajpura and Mohali, fulfilling a 50-year demand from the Punjab region. This new line will enhance connectivity for the Malwa region to Chandigarh, boost local industries, and reduce transportation costs. Additionally, a new
National Film Awards
On September 23, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the 71st National Film Awards in New Delhi, honoring various films and conferring the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award to actor Mohanlal. The President highlighted the importance of women-centric films and the role of cinema in raising societal awareness, urging the film industry
Unified Pension Scheme
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has published detailed FAQs regarding the tax treatment under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), which is applicable to new recruits in Central Government services from April 1, 2025, and offers existing employees an option to switch from the National Pension System (NPS). The FAQs
National Film Awards
The 71st National Film Awards were held in New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu conferred prestigious awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award to actor Mohanlal. The event highlighted the importance of cinema in reflecting India's cultural diversity and democracy, with a focus on increasing representation of women in
Health Checkup
The Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice organized a health checkup camp at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi, as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. The initiative aimed to promote health awareness among government employees, with participation from senior officials and over 126 staff members. The camp,
T-SATS
The inaugural Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium (T-SATS) concluded on September 23, 2025, in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing collaboration between the armed forces and academia for indigenous defence research and innovation. Key figures, including Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan, emphasized the importance of this partnership in transforming research into
Indian Sign Language
The Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC) launched the world's largest Indian Sign Language (ISL) digital repository with 3,189 e-content videos during the Sign Language Day 2025 celebration in New Delhi. The event, attended by key government officials, emphasized the importance of sign language for
Indian Sign Language
On the International Day of Sign Languages 2025, Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, emphasized the importance of Indian Sign Language (ISL) as a symbol of inclusion and empowerment. He highlighted the strides made in promoting ISL through initiatives like the PM eVidya ISL Channel, which has grown significantly
Indian Sign Language
On the International Day of Sign Languages 2025, Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, addressed the nation via PM eVidya ISL Channel 31, highlighting the importance of Indian Sign Language (ISL) as a symbol of inclusion and empowerment. He emphasized the need for education in a child's
clean energy
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced the launch of the first training program on Solar Cell and Module Manufacturing and the updated Solar PV Potential Assessment Report, estimating a feasible capacity of 3,343 GW across India. These initiatives aim to enhance India's clean energy capabilities, achieve energy independence
Crop Procurement
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the procurement of major pulses and oilseeds in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat for the Kharif 2025–26 season, including 100% procurement of urad and tur. The total procurement is valued at ₹13,890.60 crore, aimed at benefiting farmers directly. The
Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of OC Oerlikon Textile Holding AG and Oerlikon Textile Inc. by Rieter Holding AG and Rieter North America Inc. This acquisition grants Rieter sole control over the Targets, which are manufacturers of spinning systems, texturing machines, and non-woven solutions. Rieter, based