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Biofuel to Drive India's Energy Transition, Says Hardeep Singh Puri

India, July 27 -- Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said biofuel will play a pivotal role in India's energy transition, reducing crude oil imports, boosting farmers' income, ... Read More


CBDT Issues Crypto Tax Guidance for Platforms, Foreign Exchanges

India, July 27 -- The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a comprehensive crypto tax guidance note under the Income Tax Rules, 2026, clarifying reporting obligations for crypto platforms, ... Read More


India Needs Gas Market Reforms to Boost Long-Term Natural Gas Demand: IGU

India, July 27 -- India must accelerate gas market reforms, expand pipeline and distribution infrastructure, and strengthen demand from gas-intensive industries to unlock long-term natural gas growth,... Read More


Corporate Mitra Scheme to Empower MSMEs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities

India, July 27 -- The government has launched the Corporate Mitra Scheme to provide affordable compliance, taxation and business support services to MSMEs, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. The ... Read More


India Expands Free Hepatitis Testing, Treatment to Achieve 2030 Elimination Goal

India, July 27 -- India is accelerating its fight against viral hepatitis by expanding free screening, diagnostics and treatment under the National Viral Hepatitis Control Program (NVHCP). The integra... Read More


Keshav Chandra Takes Charge as Secretary, Ministry of Mines

India, July 27 -- Senior IAS officer Keshav Chandra has assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Mines, and reviewed key initiatives including mineral exploration, critical minerals, and mineral block... Read More


PM Modi to Interact with Viksit Vibrant Village Programme 2026 Participants

India, July 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with participants of the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme 2026 through video conferencing on Sunday at 4:30 p.m., reaffirming the governmen... Read More


PM Modi Hails Catch The Rain Campaign, Urges Water Conservation

India, July 26 -- PM Modi Catch The Rain Campaign, Calls for Water Conservation Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commended the growing public participation in the Catch The Rain campaign while a... Read More


Shipbuilding Package : 69,725 Crore Boost for India's Maritime Sector

India, July 25 -- The Government of India has approved a 69,725 crore shipbuilding package to strengthen domestic shipyards, maritime financing, and workforce development. The initiative includes fina... Read More


Mahanadi Offshore Basin Drilling Begins to Boost Energy Security

India, July 25 -- India has commenced drilling the first appraisal well in the Mahanadi Offshore Basin, marking a major step towards energy security and self-reliance. The project, backed by policy re... Read More