Government Of India
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Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth appointed next Chief of Army Staff, to take charge on June 30: Know all about him
India | Jun 13, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTThe Centre has appointed Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Army Staff. Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, he will take charge on June 30, 2026, after General Upendra Dwivedi.
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Centre rebuilding 7 colonies in Delhi under a self-sustaining model without using taxpayer's money
India | Mar 07, 2026, 10:00 PM ISTThe Centre is redeveloping 7 ageing government housing colonies in Delhi under the General Pool Residential Accommodation redevelopment plan. The project covers Sarojini Nagar, Netaji Nagar, Nauroji Nagar, Kasturba Nagar, Thyagraj Nagar, Sriniwaspuri and Mohammadpur, spread across about
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Online Gaming Bill passed in LS: Ban on real money games to penalties for promoters, key provisions
Technology | Aug 20, 2025, 07:09 PM ISTThe new Online Gaming Bill 2025 will have the ability to officially recognise e-sports as a legitimate competitive sport in the country. According to the bill, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will create guidelines, training academies and research centres for promoting e-sports in India.
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With Trump's tariffs set to come into effect, govt sources say Indian economy can withstand pressure
India | Aug 01, 2025, 12:07 AM ISTIndia has successfully withstood economic sanctions after the Pokhran nuclear tests during former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure in the past, and since then, the economy has grown stronger and larger, sources said.
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Government to send all-party MP delegations abroad to brief on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor
India | May 16, 2025, 04:36 PM ISTIndia to send cross-party MP delegations abroad to present its stance on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, aiming to counter Pakistan's narrative on Kashmir and highlight cross-border terrorism.
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Senior IAS officer TV Somanathan assumes charge as new Cabinet Secretary of India: Who is he?
India | Aug 30, 2024, 05:42 PM ISTIAS officer Somanathan has held important assignments at the Centre like Joint Secretary and Additional Secretary in Prime Minister’s Office. He also served as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and was deputed as Director.
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Manoj Kumar birthday Special: When the actor won a court case against Government of India
Celebrities | Jul 24, 2024, 01:56 PM ISTToday is the birthday of veteran actor Manoj Kumar, who started the era of patriotic films in Indian cinema. Know about an interesting chapter from his life that talks volumes about his character.
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Delhi High Court seeks Centre's response over Rajat Sharma's PIL over deepfakes
India | May 08, 2024, 06:02 PM ISTThe Delhi High Court, on a plea moved by Rajat Sharma against non-regulation of deepfake technology, asked the union government if it was willing to act in this matter. The petition raises an important issue relating to deepfakes, the non-regulation of deepfakes and its dire consequences.
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Centre's crackdown against digital frauds: 70 lakh mobile numbers to be suspended | Deets inside
Technology | Nov 29, 2023, 11:45 AM ISTWith an aim to check digital fraud, the government of India has suspended 70 lakh mobile numbers on account of suspicious transactions.
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Centre to issue Unique ID Number for mobile users: Check key details here
Technology | Nov 08, 2023, 12:08 PM ISTThe Government of India plans to issue unique ID numbers for mobile users, similar to a digital ID card, to centralise phone-related information. These IDs will boost security, combat fraud, and enhance the user experience in an increasingly digital world.
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Know how to enable emergency alert notifications on your Android smartphone
Technology | Oct 11, 2023, 02:32 PM ISTThis initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority, aims to bolster public safety by providing timely alerts during emergencies.
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Today's Emergency Alert: Here's what you need to know
Technology | Oct 10, 2023, 12:51 PM ISTThis message has been sent to test Pan-India Emergency Alert System being implemented by National Disaster Management Authority. It aims to improve public safety and deliver prompt alerts during emergencies.
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Govt exempts duty on import of crude soyabean oil, sunflower seed oil under tariff rate quota
Business | May 11, 2023, 02:01 PM ISTThe duty exemption is applicable only for importers holding TRQ (Tariff Rate Quota) licence for 2022-23 fiscal.
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NC's Mustafa Kamal alleges Modi govt planned Uri, Pulwama attacks wherein 59 soldiers killed I WATCH
India | Jan 16, 2023, 04:35 PM ISTThe senior NC leader alleged that those who were killed in the attack belonged to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
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Government plans to auction 22 mineral blocks in next two months
Business | Oct 05, 2022, 02:49 PM ISTMineral blocks auction: The mines to be auctioned include six iron ore blocks, three blocks each of limestone and gold, two blocks of bauxite, one block each of copper, phosphorite and glauconite, according to the mines ministry.
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World Health Day 2022: Yoga Mahotsav, organised by Ministry of Ayush, kickstarts at Delhi's Red Fort
Health | Apr 07, 2022, 10:30 AM ISTMinistry of Ayush is organising a grand event at Delhi's Red Fort on the occasion of World Health Day on April 7. Common yoga protocols will be demonstrated here.
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No plans to introduce cryptocurrency: Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary
India | Mar 15, 2022, 05:08 PM IST"RBI does not issue a cryptocurrency. Traditional paper currency is a legal tender and is issued by RBI in terms of provisions of RBI Act, 1994. A digital version of traditional paper currency is called Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)," said Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary.
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Centre sends team of experts to Vellore as several buildings report damage after mild tremors
India | Dec 27, 2021, 04:49 PM ISTThe local residents have expressed concerns over the recent tremors. The district administration has swung into action and has roped in NGOs to aid the locals in rehabilitation efforts.
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Indian Army Launches ASIGMA in-House Messaging Solution
Technology | Dec 24, 2021, 10:56 AM ISTThe Indian Army has launched its latest messaging application dubbed as ASIGMA (Army Secure IndiGeneous Messaging Application), which has been exclusively developed by the team of officers of the Corps of Signals of the Army.
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Afghan refugees protest outside UNHCR office in Delhi over demand of their status
News | Aug 23, 2021, 06:20 PM ISTAfghan refugees staged a protest in front of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office in Delhi on August 23.