The Indian Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has officially declared Madurai Airport in Tamil Nadu as an International Airport. This status elevation is expected to significantly boost regional connectivity, trade, and economic development, drawing international pilgrims and businesses to the historic Temple City of Madurai.
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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is organizing a two-day National Workshop in New Delhi to prepare Panchayat Development Plans for 2026-27. The event will feature keynote addresses by senior officials and discussions on various themes including the framework of the Sixteenth Finance Commission grants. Participants will engage in practical sessions
The Indian Army contingent has left for the 2026 India-Cambodia Bilateral Military Exercise CINBAX-II, a joint endeavor aimed at enhancing military cooperation amid global security challenges. Scheduled from May 4 to May 17 at the Royal Cambodian Air Force Training Centre, this exercise continues to build upon the collaborative defense
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Dr. R. Balasubramaniam and Dr. Joram Aniya on their appointments as Full-time Members of NITI Aayog. The Prime Minister highlighted their experience and understanding of various issues as assets to enhancing policymaking, fostering innovation, and stimulating growth across sectors. Modi expressed his expectation of their
At the 'Shaurya' event in New Delhi, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh honored the Indian Defence Forces, celebrating the anniversary of Operation Sindoor. The event emphasized the valor of the forces, their humanitarian efforts, and the importance of art in complementing military strength. Source: Original Link