Government of India

Govt reports India having the maximum cases of leprosy in the world at 60 percent

With a view to eliminating leprosy from the country, a three-pronged strategy was adopted during 2016-17 for early detection of the disease among community.

Apr 11, 2017, 20:38 PM IST

Mental Healthcare Bill 2016: Parliament gives assent, decriminalises suicide

An important clause in the bill decriminalises suicide, thereby deeming it unpunishable, while also stating that a person who attempts suicide should be presumed to be suffering from severe stress.

Mar 27, 2017, 21:00 PM IST

Another round of tripartite talks in Manipur

Another round of tripartite talks involving the State Government, the United Naga Council (UNC) and the Central Government will be held on Sunday at Senapati Deputy Commissioner office here.

Mar 19, 2017, 09:51 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi salutes indomitable spirit, dedication of women power on International Women's Day

On the occasion of International Women`s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday saluted the indomitable spirit, determination and dedication of women power.

Mar 08, 2017, 08:49 AM IST

NDMA shares useful tips to keep in mind during cyclone and cold wave

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, has shared some useful tips on what you can do during natural disasters like cyclones and cold waves.

Dec 07, 2016, 20:55 PM IST

UNICEF joins hands with Govt of India to measure nutrition level of kids

As per a report, the data is being collected to quantify deficiencies of vitamin, micro nutrients and mineral among children.

Dec 04, 2016, 12:09 PM IST

Government decides strategic rail lines along China, Nepal and Pakistan borders

The proposal for construction of railway lines along China, Nepal and Pakistan borders has been initiated by the Defence Ministry as a strategic line, Minister of State for Railways Rajen Gohain said in a written reply.

Nov 30, 2016, 18:33 PM IST

Govt makes Padma Awards nomination process open for general public

The government has already received over 1,700 nominations and the last date of nomination is September 15.

Sep 09, 2016, 22:14 PM IST

Congress leader Digvijay Singh taken aback after seeing his name in Below Poverty Line list

AICC General Secretary Digvijay Singh claimed he and his family were included in the list of Below Poverty Line (BPL) people by the MP government.

Jul 23, 2016, 12:52 PM IST

Bihar to use WhatsApp to repair bad roads

Bihar turns to technology to communicate with its citizen. Asks people to click pics of bad roads and send it to a WhatsApp contact the government has just made, solely for this purpose.

Jun 30, 2016, 13:51 PM IST

Govt favours making mother tongue medium of instruction in schools

Government on Thursday favoured making mother tongue Medium of Instruction (MoI) up to high school even as it underlined the need for promotion of Hindi.

Apr 21, 2016, 22:59 PM IST

WATCH: Poignant 'Skill India' ad featuring Sachin Tendulkar that everyone is talking about

In the touching ad, Sachin can be seen explaining to a carpenter that skills - be it at cricket or carpentry - are equally important.

Apr 16, 2016, 16:11 PM IST

Preparing to comply with govt rule on cigarette packs: Godfrey

Godfrey Phillips India Ltd today said it is preparing to comply with the new government rule of larger pictorial warnings on cigarette packs although it has suspended production for the domestic market.

Apr 04, 2016, 18:00 PM IST

Vijaya Bank to get Rs 220 crore capital infusion from govt

State-run Vijaya Bank today said the government has approved a capital infusion of Rs 220 crore in lieu of preferential allotment of shares.

Mar 30, 2016, 13:40 PM IST

Punjabis fattest in India; Tripura and Meghalaya men leanest: Govt

According to the Times of India, JP Nadda told Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, that Punjabis are the most obese people in the country, while men from Tripura and women from Meghalaya are the leanest.

Mar 10, 2016, 14:12 PM IST

India shows Naval prowess at International Fleet Review – See pics

The main event of IFR 2016 will be held on Saturday when President Pranab Mukherjee will review the International Fleet.

Feb 04, 2016, 20:30 PM IST

Farmer's Spirit of India Run: Australia thank India for support to marathon man

Aussie ultra-marathon runner and former Member of Parliament Pat Farmer set off on a 4,600-kilometer-long run, called "Spirit of India" run, on Tuesday.

Jan 28, 2016, 22:41 PM IST

Ministry of Defence, Jammu Cantonment Recruitment 2016 invites applications for 8 posts of Sub-Divisional Officer

Ministry of Defence, Principal Directorate, Defence Estates, Northern Command Jammu Cantonment has invited applications for 8 posts of Sub-Divisional Officer.

Jan 07, 2016, 15:05 PM IST