Bharat Scouts and Guides
The Bharat Scouts and Guides held an Induction Programme for a 24-member delegation from the Bhutan Scouts Association on May 28, 2025, in New Delhi. The event included a warm welcome, presentations, and a tour of the National Headquarters. The Bhutanese delegation expressed gratitude for the enduring friendship between the
City Gas Distribution
Prime Minister's speech at the foundation stone laying ceremony for the City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar, West Bengal, emphasized the importance of infrastructure and energy development in the region. The project aims to provide clean and affordable gas to over 250,000 households, enhancing the quality of
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has commenced training for 373 grassroots election officials, including Booth Level Officers and Supervisors, from four states at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) in New Delhi. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the importance of these training programs for
Telecom
As of April 30, 2025, India has 1,203.84 million total telephone subscribers, with 1,166.43 million being wireless and 37.41 million wireline. The overall tele-density is 85.19%. Broadband subscribers decreased slightly to 943.09 million. The month saw a net addition of 3.05 million
City Gas Distribution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a City Gas Distribution project worth over Rs 1010 crore in Alipurduar, West Bengal. The project aims to provide clean and affordable piped gas to over 2.5 lakh households and enhance access to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) through the establishment
Keeladi Excavation
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has issued a disclaimer regarding misleading media reports on the Keeladi Excavation Report from Tamil Nadu. ASI emphasizes the rigorous vetting process for excavation reports and denies claims of disinterest in publishing the Keeladi report, attributing delays to the excavator's failure to
Domestic Tourism Expenditure Survey
The National Statistics Office organized the All-India Workshop of Trainers for the Domestic Tourism Expenditure Survey (DTES) and the National Household Travel Survey (NHTS) in Hyderabad on May 28-29, 2025. The surveys, part of the NSS 80th Round, aim to collect data on domestic tourism expenditures and travel patterns in
International Day of Yoga
In preparation for the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, 2025, an Inter-Ministerial Committee meeting was held to strategize nationwide readiness. The Prime Minister will lead the national celebration from Visakhapatnam, with over 1 lakh yoga events planned. The event aims to engage citizens globally in a
Sikkim@50
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 'Sikkim@50' celebrations via videoconferencing, marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood. He highlighted Sikkim's progress as a model of development, emphasizing its achievements in organic farming, healthcare, and tourism. Modi announced multiple development projects, including a new
Make-in-India
During the CII Annual Business Summit, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh emphasized the significance of the Make-in-India initiative in enhancing India's defense capabilities, particularly during Operation Sindoor. He announced the AMCA Execution Model, which will involve the private sector in developing advanced fighter aircraft, marking a pivotal moment for
Marine Sciences
The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) and CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO) organized a one-day workshop on May 27, 2025, focusing on emerging research in marine sciences. The event featured discussions on indigenous scholarly publishing, sustainable research practices, and the importance of the Indian Journal of
SAIL
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) announced its financial results for Q4 FY’25, showcasing a 16% increase in net profit compared to the previous year. Key highlights include a rise in crude steel production and sales volume, alongside a proposed dividend of Rs. 1.60 per share. SAIL'