Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine has submitted a list of 1,000 detainees to Russia as part of preparations for a major prisoner exchange between the two sides amid the ongoing conflict. According to Ukraine’s presidential press service, Zelensky said the proposed “1,000 for 1,000” prisoner exchange was being actively prepared and was expected to […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated Sindhu Hospital in Hyderabad. The Prime Minister said that the hospital is a laudable effort to improve healthcare infrastructure in the city and surrounding areas. He also appreciated the emphasis on integrating latest technology and innovation by the hospital team. The Prime Minister posted on X; “Inaugurated […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the war in Ukraine may be “coming to an end,” days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a temporary three-day ceasefire and urged both Moscow and Kyiv to move toward a broader peace agreement. Speaking after Russia’s Victory Day events in Moscow, Putin said he believed “the matter is […]
Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday unveiled a nine-member Cabinet that reflects a calibrated blend of political experience, administrative expertise and youthful representation as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam formally assumed power in the State. The team includes former AIADMK heavyweights, ex-bureaucrats, political strategists, professionals and first-time legislators, signalling Vijay’s attempt to balance continuity with […]
Popular Tamil hero and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam founder C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday assumed office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and immediately announced a series of welfare and governance measures, marking an assertive start to his first term in office. Soon after taking charge, Vijay signed official files approving 200 units of free […]
For five days, Tamil Nadu witnessed a political battle that swung wildly between uncertainty and inevitability. Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay, who entered the Assembly election as an outsider challenging the state’s entrenched Dravidian order, spent nearly a week struggling to bridge the final gap between electoral victory and constitutional legitimacy. By Friday night, his party […]
Election Commission of India’s (ECI) robust IT platform ECINET played a central role in streamlining election processes including real-time monitoring, enabling faster reporting, and enhancing transparency during the General Elections to Legislative Assemblies and Bye-elections 2026. Since its official launch in January 2026, ECINET app has witnessed a significant surge in usage and has over 10 crore downloads till […]
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has approved the proposal for introducing The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to amend The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956 for increasing the number of Judges of the Supreme Court of India by 4 from the […]
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today participated in a vibrant football session with youngsters during a pleasant morning in Gangtok, Sikkim. The Prime Minister wrote on X: “Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on a lovely Gangtok morning!” Nothing like playing some football with my young friends in Sikkim on […]
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The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu accepted credentials from the Envoys of Lao PDR, Congo, Namibia and Guinea Bissau at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (April 23, 2026). Those who presented their credentials were: 1. H.E. Mrs Vithaya Xayavong, Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic 2. H.E. Mrs Emilie Ayaza Mushobekwa, Ambassador of the […]
Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the schedule for the General Election to Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal and bye-elections on March 15,2026. The Commission has directed the State/UT governments to ensure strict compliance with the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). It may be recalled that the Commission […]
Implementation of Dry-Day Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the schedule for the General Election to Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal and bye-elections in 6 states on March 15, 2026. Polling in the State of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal (Phase-I) is scheduled for April 23, 2026 (Thursday), and for West […]
Christian Stocker, Federal Chancellor of Austria, is on a four-day official visit to India from April 14–17, 2026—his first trip to the country and also his first visit outside Europe since taking office. During the visit, Stocker held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, focusing on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, […]
Distribution of Voter Information Slips begins Election Commission of India (ECI) has commenced the distribution of Voter Information Slips (VIS) for the general elections to the legislative assemblies of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal (Phase-I) which go to polls on 23rd April, 2026 (Thursday). VIS contains voter’s details, Polling Station location, date and time of poll and […]
The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the schedule for the General Election to Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal and bye-elections in 6 states on March 15,2026. The last date of filing of nominations for the State of West Bengal (Phase-II), which goes to polls on April 29, 2026 […]
As part of its ongoing efforts to keep the media apprised of developments in West Asia, the Government of India convened a briefing at the National Media Centre today. Representatives from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and External Affairs, shared updates on fuel availability, maritime operations, and assistance to […]
India on April 3 advanced its millet strategy with a new training facility at the Central Food Technology Research Institute in Mysuru and growing global adoption of millet-based foods. Union Minister Jitendra Singh said innovations developed at the institute are already being used by international food chains such as McDonald’s. The move links research, skill […]
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has entered into a partnership with MapmyIndia to integrate authorised Aadhaar service centres into the Mappls mobile application, a move aimed at simplifying access to Aadhaar-related services across the country. The agreement, signed on April 1, 2026, will allow users to locate verified Aadhaar centres through the Mappls […]
The details of funds allocated and utilised by the Indian Museum, since 2014, year-wise is attached at Annexure-I. The details of sanctioned strength, filled positions and current vacancies at the Indian Museum are as below: Sanctioned Strength Total filled posts Total vacant posts 138 58 80 The details of visitors footfall along with revenue generated by […]
India’s defence leadership met in New Delhi on March 24 to assess how tensions in West Asia could affect the country’s military preparedness. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the high level review, which included the Chief of Defence Staff, the professional head of India’s armed forces, along with the Army, Navy and Air Force chiefs. […]