Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Fourth Session of the India-Namibia Joint Trade Committee held in New Delhi

Bilateral trade rises to USD 592.94 million in 2025-26; investment focal points designated and new Working Groups agreed on services and health


The Fourth Session of the India-Namibia Joint Trade Committee (JTC) was held in New Delhi on 10 and 11 August 2026. The Indian delegation was led by Shri Amit Kumar, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Namibian delegation by Ms. Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati, Executive Director, Ministry of

CCRAS-CARI Inaugurates Extension OPD Facility in New Delhi

New Facility to Expand Access to Quality, Evidence-Based Ayurvedic Healthcare Services in the National Capital

The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), New Delhi, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush today inaugurated an Extension Outpatient Department (OPD) in New Delhi. The new facility is aimed at further strengthening the delivery of accessible, quality and evidence-based Ayurvedic healthcare services to the people of Rohini and adjoining areas.

Prof. (Vaidya) Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS, inaugurated the facility in

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Prime Minister shares an article on remarkable comeback of India’s Asiatic lion

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi,  today, shared an article written by Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav on the remarkable comeback of India’s Asiatic lion whose population is thriving, and its habitat and range expanding. “The Government’s unwavering commitment to conservation, backed by strong community participation, is an inspiring example of protecting our wildlife and preserving the species for generations to come.”, Shri Modi said.

Shri Modi posted on X;

A remarkable comeback! India’s Asiatic lion population is thriving, with its habitat and range expanding.

The Government’s unwavering commitment to conservation, backed by strong community participation, is an inspiring example of protecting our wildlife and preserving the species for generations to come.

Read this informative piece by Union Minister Shri @byadavbjp.

 

Monday, August 10, 2026

Prime Minister hosts Commonwealth Games 2026 medal winners

The Prime Minister,  Shri Narendra Modi today hosted India’s outstanding medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. Shri Modi interacted with the athletes and heard about their experiences from the Games. 

The Prime Minister said that the athletes’ achievements are a source of immense pride for the entire country and will inspire many youngsters to take up sports.

Shri Modi posted on X:

Delighted to host our outstanding medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Heard about their experiences from the Games. 

Each one of them has made our nation proud through their exceptional performances. Their success will motivate many youngsters.

 

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Prime Minister shares an article highlighting handloom as one of India’s greatest civilisational strengths

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, shared an article written by Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh, on   National Handloom Day, today. The article highlights handloom as one of India’s greatest civilisational strengths and the countless regional traditions of Indian textiles. 

“The Minister calls upon India’s youth to bring together heritage and technology, creativity

Vice President to Visit Andaman and Nicobar Islands on August 8–9

The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will undertake a two-day visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on August 8–9, 2026.

On August 8, the Vice-President will visit the Cellular Jail National Memorial at Sri Vijay Puram, where he will pay tributes at the Martyrs' Column, offer respects at the Swatantrata

Friday, August 7, 2026

PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES 12TH NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY CELEBRATIONS AND PRESENTS THE SANT KABIR HANDLOOM AWARDS AND NATIONAL HANDLOOM AWARDS 2025

APPROPRIATE USE OF NEW TECHNOLOGIES IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF HANDLOOM SECTOR: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS, DESIGNERS, AND STARTUPS CAN CREATE NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS FIELD BY LINKING TRADITIONAL CRAFTS WITH MODERN TRENDS, BRANDS, AND GLOBAL VALUE CHAINS: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced the 12th National Handloom Day celebrations and presented the Sant Kabir Handloom Awards and the National Handloom Awards 2025 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi, today (August 8, 2026). Four commemorative postage stamps celebrating India's rich and diverse handloom weaving traditions were also released on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, the President said that handloom has been an integral part of the