Cantonment Boards
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh urged IDES officers to develop Cantonment Boards into smart, green, and sustainable urban ecosystems aligned with the Government's Viksit Bharat vision by 2035. Speaking at the 'MANTHAN 2025' conference, he emphasized the need for modernizing service delivery, enhancing digital platforms, and
Electric Motorcycle
The Technology Development Board (TDB) has backed the development of India's first 240-volt electric motorcycle platform, spearheaded by Raptee Energy Pvt. Ltd. This innovative project aims to enhance electric two-wheeler technology with faster charging, improved efficiency, and smart connectivity features. It aligns with the government's Aatmanirbhar
Maritime Growth
Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal announced India's transformative plans for its maritime sector, aiming to establish the country as a global maritime superpower by 2047. Under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision, India is set to attract ₹80 lakh crore in investments and create 1.5 crore jobs, while
Data Needs
The National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA) hosted the International Workshop on 'Data Needs for Planning Sustainable Development' from September 15-20, 2025, marking the Platinum Jubilee of the International Statistical Education Centre (ISEC). The event emphasized the importance of data in addressing global challenges and featured discussions on
Sarpanch Samvaad
Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C R Patil, inaugurated the Sarpanch Samvaad National Quality Conclave aimed at empowering grassroots leadership for Viksit Bharat 2047. The event gathered 75 sarpanchs from 22 states to discuss sustainable development goals and showcased the onboarding of over 60,000 sarpanchs onto a digital
India
A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited Iceland to enhance cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture. The discussions focused on zero-waste interventions, technology transfer, and investment opportunities to strengthen India's blue economy. Key areas for future collaboration include establishing fisheries clusters, deep-sea fishing technologies, and promoting
Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change held the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan Awards & Wetland Cities Recognition Ceremony 2025, honoring 11 cities for their outstanding air quality achievements under the National Clean Air Programme. Indore, Jabalpur, Agra, and Surat were recognized for their significant contributions to clean air initiatives.
AURIC
AURIC (Shendra-Bidkin Industrial Area) in Maharashtra celebrates its sixth anniversary, showcasing significant industrial progress with 323 plots allotted, an investment potential of ₹71,343 crore, and the creation of 62,405 jobs. The city focuses on sustainable growth, MSME empowerment, and includes plans for a Skill Development Centre in partnership
WTO
At the SCO Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Vladivostok, India emphasized the need for a fair and inclusive multilateral trading system centered around the WTO. Key discussions included export diversification, resilient supply chains, and the importance of digital public infrastructure. India proposed cooperation on e-commerce frameworks and highlighted sustainable development initiatives,
Environment Audit Rules
The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has launched the Environment Audit Rules, 2025, aimed at enhancing environmental compliance and promoting sustainable development. The rules focus on bridging gaps in compliance monitoring, ensuring transparency, and fostering trust among stakeholders. Key features include certified auditors, a designated agency for
sustainable development
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, chaired a workshop in New Delhi focusing on innovative policy interventions for sustainable highway development. The discussions emphasized the construction of ring roads and bypasses to alleviate urban congestion, alongside adopting value capture financing models and aligning infrastructure with city
Ocean Accounts
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) organized a one-day workshop in Kochi, Kerala, on August 29, 2025, focusing on the capacity building of coastal states for developing Ocean Accounts. The event gathered various stakeholders, including government officials and experts, to discuss the integration of ocean ecosystem data into