New Delhi, September 10: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today chaired the third meeting of the Governing Body of the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) in New Delhi. The meeting was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Vice-Chancellor of Delhi University, Member and Head of Department of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Director General of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Secretary of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Director General of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Director of the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Executive Director of NIDM,…
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New Delhi, September 10: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs and Power, Shri Manohar Lal, today chaired a high-level meeting with State Urban Development Ministers, Principal Secretaries, Urban Development and State Mission Directors to review the preparedness of States and Union Territories for Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026. The meeting reviewed preparations for the nationwide campaign, which will be observed from 17th September to 17th October 2026. This year’s theme, ‘Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat’, underlines the role of collective participation and shared responsibility in advancing the vision of a Swachh and Viksit Bharat. The key focus areas of SHS…
New Delhi, September 10: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has undertaken transformative reforms and significantly expanded the reach of its scholarship and educational support schemes. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening access to education for students from Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Economically Backward Classes (EBCs), while making programme implementation more timely, transparent and accountable. More than 1.44 crore SC students have benefited under the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes. The Scholarships amounting to Rs 12,773 crore have been disbursed to support their educational advancement and help them pursue…
New Delhi, September 10: Mast Banarasi Paan, one of India’s largest organised tobacco-free paan café chains, is projecting ₹50 crore in annual franchise network sales during FY 2026-27, as the company strengthens its presence across existing markets and continues its next phase of expansion. The projection comes as Mast Banarasi Paan has crossed 400 outlets across 20+ states and over 320 cities, creating one of the country’s largest organised networks in the tobacco-free paan category. The company plans to expand its footprint to 600 outlets over the next two years, driven largely through its franchise-led model. The company is also exploring strategic growth…
For years, protein supplementation has largely meant thick shakes, powders, mixers and carefully planned nutrition routines. But as lifestyles become increasingly fast-paced, consumers are looking for something simpler—nutrition that can fit seamlessly into their day without adding another complicated step to their routine. This is where protein water is emerging as an interesting category within the functional beverage space. Combining the refreshing experience of water with the nutritional value of protein, products such as Elite Aqua Protein Water are designed around a simple proposition: make it easier to incorporate protein and essential nutrients into everyday hydration. At the heart of…
New Delhi, September 10: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today disclosed that ESTIC-2026 (Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave) will be held from 27–29 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam with inauguration by PM Shri Narendra Modi and the eminent faculty will include three Nobel Laureates, Prof. Joachim Frank, Sir Richard J. Roberts and Prof. Kostya Novoselov, in addition to several international award winning speakers. Addressing the Curtain Raiser of ESTIC-2026, Dr. Jitendra Singh said that with science and…
If you own a car, you can understand the horror of engine damage and how expensive it can be. That is why most car owners never overlook the importance of engine protection cover when comparing different car insurance plans. But what makes this add-on so important and why should you choose it in your next plan? Let us answer that for you. What Is Engine Protection Cover in Car Insurance? Engine protection cover is an add-on that gives your car’s engine extra protection. A regular car insurance policy may not cover certain engine problems, such as damage caused by water…
New Delhi, September 10: In a significant step towards strengthening digital infrastructure and accelerating broadband connectivity across rural Jharkhand, Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) under Department of Telecommunications (DoT) signed an Agreement for implementation of the Amended BharatNet Program (ABP) in the State under the State-led model today at Sanchar Bhawan, New Delhi. The Agreement was signed between Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), DoT; Government of Jharkhand; Jharkhand Digital Infrastructure Corporation Limited (JDICL); Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Jharkhand Communication Network Limited (JCNL) for implementation of the Amended BharatNet Program in the State of Jharkhand. The Agreement signing ceremony was held…
New Delhi, September 10: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today addressed the International Space Summit held in Paris, France, via Video conference. The Prime Minister thanked President Emmanuel Macron for taking a timely initiative and extending a gracious invitation. He expressed delight in participating in this landmark gathering. “I am happy to be a part of the first International Space Summit,” remarked Shri Modi. Reflecting on humanity’s enduring fascination with the cosmos, the Prime Minister observed that space has inspired human imagination for centuries. He highlighted that this frontier now shapes everyday life on Earth, from climate and crops to…
New Delhi, September 10: Alcohol dependence can gradually affect an individual’s physical health, emotional well-being, family relationships and ability to maintain a stable livelihood. Timely counselling, structured rehabilitation and sustained family support can help individuals overcome dependency and rebuild their lives with confidence and dignity. Demonstrating the impact of support under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), Kavi (name changed), a 31-year-old resident of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, has overcome nearly six years of alcohol dependence and is now leading a healthier and more stable life. His journey reflects the role of counselling, rehabilitation and continuous follow-up…
