GST Reform
The GST Council has approved a reduction in GST rates for renewable energy devices from 12% to 5%, aimed at making clean energy more affordable. This reform is expected to lower costs for households, farmers, and industries, saving billions in power procurement and boosting domestic manufacturing. It is projected to
Ayurveda Day
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) held a bike rally on September 17, 2025, to celebrate Ayurveda Day 2025 under the theme 'Ayurveda for People & Planet'. The event aimed to promote holistic health and environmental sustainability, with participants riding from AIIA to the Ministry of Ayush.
XV Finance Commission
The Union Government has released the first installment of XV Finance Commission grants for Rural Local Bodies, amounting to ₹127.586 crores for Tamil Nadu and ₹214.542 crores for Assam. These grants are aimed at supporting various local governance bodies and will be utilized for specific local needs, excluding
Vishwakarma Jayanti
On September 17, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings to the people of India on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. He acknowledged the significance of this day, dedicated to the worship of Vishwakarma, the architect of creation, and praised the efforts of all 'karmayogis' engaged in
Mann Ki Baat
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts inaugurated the 'Mann ki Baat' art exhibition, featuring paintings by artist Manjit Singh inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's radio programme. The event, attended by notable figures including Shri Ram Bahadur Rai, celebrated Modi's 75th birthday
ARM
Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated ARM's new office in Bengaluru, emphasizing the design of advanced 2 nm chips for AI servers, drones, and mobile phones. He highlighted the growth of India's electronics industry, now valued at ₹11.5 lakh crore, and the increasing demand for semiconductors. The
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to President Droupadi Murmu for her birthday wishes on his 75th birthday. He emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation among the citizens of India in building a strong and self-reliant nation, highlighting the inspiring vision of the President. Source: Original Link
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan for his birthday wishes on the occasion of Modi's 75th birthday. In a post on X, Modi stated that the greetings strengthen his resolve to serve the nation with dedication. Source: Original Link
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his birthday wishes on the occasion of Modi's 75th birthday. In a post on X, Modi emphasized that the affection he receives inspires him to continue serving the country and assured that the government
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to President Trump for his warm birthday wishes during a phone call on his 75th birthday. Modi emphasized the commitment to enhancing the India-US Comprehensive and Global Partnership and supported Trump's initiatives for a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict. Source: Original
agriculture conference
The National Conference on Agriculture – Rabi Campaign 2025 concluded in New Delhi, focusing on strategies for agricultural development. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the prohibition of spurious fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides, and announced stringent laws to combat these issues. The conference also highlighted the need for effective Kisan
PM Vishwakarma
The Ministry of MSME is set to host the 'PM Vishwakarma and National SC-ST Hub Mega Conclave' on September 17, 2025, in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, celebrating the second anniversary of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme. The event will feature over 2000 artisans, loan and toolkit distributions, and technical sessions