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Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, emphasized that mentorship is crucial, alongside funding, in shaping the future of India’s startups. Speaking at the India International Science Festival, he highlighted the democratisation of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and the shift from mere policy to supportive
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At the India International Science Festival in Panchkula, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted India's evolution into an innovation-driven economy. He announced a new national R&D fund to empower high-risk, deep-tech sectors, showcasing India's leadership in biotechnology, nuclear, and space innovations. With nearly 400 space start-ups
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On Armed Forces Flag Day, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh urged citizens to contribute to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFD), which supports the welfare of ex-servicemen, Veer Naris, and dependents of fallen soldiers. He highlighted the commitment and sacrifices of the Armed Forces and emphasized the importance of donations
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has swiftly acted to mitigate the disruption caused by the recent operational crisis at IndiGo, ensuring minimal inconvenience for passengers. Domestic air travel is recovering quickly, with IndiGo's flight operations notably improving. To prevent airfare spikes following cancellations, the Ministry has enforced
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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is marking Human Rights Day on December 10, 2025, with President Droupadi Murmu as the Chief Guest at an event in New Delhi. This year's theme, 'Ensuring Everyday Essentials: Public Services and Dignity for All,' aligns with the
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The Indian Naval Academy in Ezhimala is hosting the 14th edition of the prestigious Admiral's Cup 2025, a renowned naval sailing championship from December 8 to 13, 2025. The competition will feature participation from 35 international countries, highlighting the event's growing global significance. Using ILCA-6 class
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The Election Commission of India is concluding Phase II of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, which started on November 4, 2025, and ends on December 11, 2025. The enumeration involves distributing and digitizing elector-specific Enumeration Forms (EFs) across various states and union territories, with substantial completion rates reported. Several
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India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, inaugurated 125 border infrastructure projects that cost approximately Rs 5,000 crore, marking a significant milestone for the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). These projects, which include roads, bridges, and tunnels, are spread across two Union Territories and seven states, and are designed to
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed his deep sorrow over a tragic fire accident in Arpora, Goa, which resulted in the loss of lives. The local administration is actively carrying out rescue operations and providing necessary support to those affected. Shah offered his sincere condolences to the families of
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The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, inaugurated the Silver Jubilee Year celebrations of the Brahma Kumaris’ Om Shanti Retreat Centre in Gurugram. Highlighting India's spirituality and meditation traditions, he praised the Brahma Kumaris, the world’s largest women-led spiritual organization, for promoting peace and inner balance.
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On December 7, 2025, India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to the revered Pramukh Swami Maharaj Ji on his birth anniversary. Shah highlighted Swami Ji's embodiment of simplicity, service, and compassion, praising his vast knowledge and inspiration. Pramukh Swami Maharaj Ji is celebrated for
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Minister of Power Shri Manohar Lal emphasized the transformative role of AI and Machine Learning in India's power sector during a National Conference. Innovative AI/ML applications like smart meter analytics and outage prediction aim to enhance operational efficiency and consumer experience. The conference also featured 195 applications