Strengthening India-Qatar Trade and Industry Cooperation: Outline of Recent Inter-Ministerial Engagements The Government of India held a series of high-level inter-ministerial meetings in New Delhi on August 27–28, 2025, focusing on deepening trade and industry cooperation with the State of Qatar. These discussions mark a concerted effort by both
Union Minister of State for Finance Hosts Qatari Delegation to Enhance Bilateral Investment Cooperation On August 28, 2025, the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, hosted a high-level stakeholders’ meeting in New Delhi. The session aimed to bolster bilateral investment cooperation between the
India and Qatar Hold High-Level Talks to Advance Investment Cooperation The Government of India, through the Department of Economic Affairs (Ministry of Finance), hosted a significant stakeholders’ meeting in New Delhi with a high-profile delegation from the State of Qatar on August 27-28, 2025. The central purpose was to discuss
Background on India-Qatar Bilateral Relations India and Qatar have maintained robust diplomatic and economic relations over several decades. Bilateral cooperation spans sectors including energy, investments, trade, logistics, transport, and education. In recent years, the partnership has gained fresh momentum, marked notably by increased investments and high-level exchanges. The Indian community
```html US Announces 50% Tariff on Indian Goods From August 27, 2025 The United States government has formally notified the imposition of a 50 percent tariff on selected Indian goods, effective from 12:01 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on August 27, 2025. The announcement was made by the US
```html Overview of the Government's Commitment to MGNREGS Employment Provision The Government of India has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the provision of adequate employment opportunities for rural households under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), responding actively to demand as mandated by the scheme.
```html India and Japan Conduct Ministerial Energy Dialogue, Reaffirming Decade-Long Commitment to Clean Energy Partnership The Governments of India and Japan held their latest Ministerial-level Energy Dialogue on 25th August 2025 via video conferencing. The event was co-chaired by Shri Manohar Lal, Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy,
MGNREGS Registers Over 15.99 Crore Rural Households in FY 2024–25 The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), India’s flagship rural employment programme, has marked a significant milestone with more than 15.99 crore rural households registered under the scheme during the financial year 2024–25.
Over 58,000 Fake or Redundant Job Cards Cancelled Under MGNREGS After Aadhaar-Based Verification Introduction: Major Clean-Up Drive Under MGNREGS In a significant administrative update, the Government of India has announced the cancellation of 58,826 fake or redundant job cards under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
```html Electrification of Households Under Saubhagya Scheme Reviewed by Government On August 18, 2025, the Government of India undertook a review of the progress and implementation status of the electrification of households under the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya) scheme. The assessment was conducted against the backdrop
Direct Recruitment Notifications Issued for Various Posts in Central Government on August 26 The Government of India, through the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, issued several direct recruitment notifications for various posts across central government departments and agencies on August 26, 2025. These notifications signal the opening of
Centre Releases Rs 45,783 Crore for MGNREGS in Financial Year 2025–26 The Government of India has announced the release of Rs 45,783 crore for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in the current financial year as of July 23, 2025. This amount aligns with
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Centre Releases Rs 45,783 Crore for MGNREGS in Financial Year 2025–26 The Government of India has announced the release of Rs 45,783 crore for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in the current financial year as of July 23, 2025. This amount aligns with
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```html Government Retains Record Rs 86,000 Crore Allocation for MGNREGS in FY 2025–26 The Government of India has announced the retention of a record Rs 86,000 crore allocation for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in the financial year 2025–26. This development marks
India-Fiji relations
India Extends Advanced Medical Treatment to Fijian Citizens The Government of India has announced a major step toward deepening medical collaboration with the Republic of Fiji by offering advanced medical treatment to up to ten Fijian citizens in Indian hospitals. This initiative, executed under the framework of the 'Heal
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India's Quick Impact Project Expands Clean Drinking Water Access in Fiji The Government of India has initiated a new development partnership with the Republic of Fiji under its Quick Impact Project (QIP) framework, aiming to provide clean drinking water to local communities in Fiji. The Tubalevu Village Ground
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India-Fiji: Convening of the Third Joint Working Group on Health The Republic of India and the Republic of Fiji formally convened the third session of their Joint Working Group on Health on 13 August 2025 as part of an ongoing bilateral agenda to strengthen health sector collaboration. This high-level technical
India-Fiji relations
MoU Signed for Tubalevu Village Ground Water Supply Project in Fiji In a significant move underscoring India’s ongoing development partnership with Pacific Island nations, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed for the execution of the Tubalevu Village Ground Water Supply Project in Fiji. This collaborative effort is
India-Fiji relations
India Announces Extension of Tertiary Medical Care to Fijians under the ‘Heal in India’ Programme The Government of India has announced an expanded partnership with the Republic of Fiji to provide specialized tertiary medical care to Fijian citizens, under the framework of its flagship ‘Heal in India’ programme. This initiative,
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India–Fiji Cooperation: Strengthening Healthcare and Infrastructure Partnerships On August 25, 2025, the Government of India and the Republic of Fiji formalized several new initiatives aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in healthcare and public infrastructure. The announcements reflect India’s ongoing commitment to supporting Fiji’s development objectives through technology-driven
Indian professionals
Prime Minister Stresses Global Demand for Indian Skilled Professionals Prime Minister Narendra Modi has drawn national and international attention to the rising global demand for Indian skilled professionals, highlighting the pivotal role they play in various sectors worldwide. Addressing the country from the Red Fort on the 79th Independence Day,
Parkash Purab
Prime Minister's Greetings on Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji: National Significance and Administrative Context The Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, a revered occasion within Sikhism, was marked on 24 August 2025 with a formal message from India's Prime Minister. Extending
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Prime Minister Congratulates Assam on the Establishment of a New Indian Institute of Management On August 20, 2025, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, extended his congratulations to the people of Assam following the official announcement of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) being established in the state.
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Prime Minister Highlights Significance of New IIM in Assam The Prime Minister of India has formally acknowledged the importance of establishing an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Assam, with a special emphasis on advancing development and expanding educational opportunities across the North East region. This update arrives at a