Textiles
The Indian Ministry of Textiles, led by Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh, is focusing on enhancing the export competitiveness of the textile sector amidst global trade challenges. A high-level meeting with industry stakeholders emphasized the need for diversification, structural reforms, and tapping into new markets, with a target of achieving
intellectual property
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, inaugurated the newly expanded ISA building of the Intellectual Property Office in New Delhi. The expansion includes five new floors, increasing capacity from 200 to over 700 personnel, and aims to enhance India's intellectual property infrastructure. The building features
Singapore
On August 13, 2025, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong led a ministerial delegation to meet with Indian President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The meeting, part of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable, highlighted the flourishing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations, even amidst global uncertainties. President
Digital Connectivity
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced the Manual for Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity, marking the first standardized framework to evaluate buildings' digital access capabilities. This initiative aims to enhance indoor connectivity, which is crucial for work, education, and healthcare, as over 80% of mobile
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India, led by Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar, held a meeting with a delegation from the Nationalist Congress Party, headed by Shri Brijmohan Shrivastav. This interaction is part of ongoing discussions with various political parties to strengthen the electoral process. Over the past 150 days,
SHRESTH
The Union Health Ministry has launched the State Health Regulatory Excellence Index (SHRESTH), a pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing state drug regulatory systems in India. This data-driven framework will assess and improve the performance of state drug regulatory authorities, ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines. The SHRESTH Index
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a call from Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who extended warm greetings on India's upcoming 79th Independence Day. The leaders discussed progress in bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including trade, health, and technology, and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties between India
PMAY-G
The Ministry of Rural Development is continuing the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin (PMAY-G) to provide housing assistance to rural households. The scheme aims to construct 2 crore additional houses from FY 2024-25 to 2028-29, building on the initial target of 2.95 crore houses from 2016 to 2024. Beneficiaries
PMAY-G
The Ministry of Rural Development is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G) to achieve 'Housing for All' in rural areas by constructing 4.95 crore pucca houses by 2029. As of August 2025, 4.12 crore houses have been allocated, with 3.85 crore sanctioned
Elephant Conservation
On World Elephant Day 2025, India reaffirmed its global leadership in elephant conservation, hosting celebrations in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Union Minister Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted India's commitment, showcasing its 60% share of the world's wild elephant population and the establishment of 33 Elephant Reserves. The
Milk production
According to the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2024, India's total milk production reached 239.30 million tonnes, with cows contributing 53.12% and buffaloes 43.62%. Detailed state-wise production figures for cows and buffaloes are provided, highlighting significant contributions from states like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. This
Sickle Cell Disease
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda regarding a significant initiative aimed at eliminating Sickle Cell Disease in India by 2047. The initiative, part of the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission, focuses on addressing genetic disorders and promoting equity and dignity in public