NEWS ON AIR https://newsonair.gov.in/Default.aspx Website cell, IT Unit, NSD, All India Radio, New Broadcasting House, New Delhi, India ? 2006 All rights reserved. All India Radio AIR Top News Counting date for assembly elections in Mizoram changed to December 4 , counting for Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Rajasthan and Telangana to be held on December 3 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472283 NAT The counting for assembly elections for 4 states, Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Rajasthan and Telangana will be held on 3rd December while Counting in Mizoram will be held on 4th December. Govt calls all party meeting on December 2 ahead of Winter Session of Parliament https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472292 NAT Ahead of Winter Session of Parliament beginning on Monday, the government has called an all party meeting in New Delhi on Saturday( 2nd December 2023) to ensure smooth functioning of both the Houses. India's foreign exchange reserves increase by 2.538 billion US dollar to 597.935 billion US dollar https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472290 NAT The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday (1st December 2023) said that India's foreign exchange reserves increased by 2.538 billion US dollar to 597.935 billion US dollar for the week ended 24th November. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had jumped 5.077 billion US dollar to Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat releases Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report for 2023 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472288 NAT The total annual ground water recharge in India for 2023 is 449.08 billion cubic meters (BCM), marking an increase of 11.48 billion cubic meters as compared to 2022. Govt actively encouraging Bio-methanation Plants with cumulative capacity of 15,000 tonnes per day, says Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472287 NAT Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday (1st December 2023) said that only 17 percent of municipal solid waste was being reprocessed in 2014 and now it has reached at 76 percent. Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is a movement to achieve aim of self-reliant and developed India by 2047, says Union Minister Amit Shah https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472285 NAT Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is a movement to achieve the aim of self-reliant and developed India by 2047. NCMC reviews preparedness for impending cyclone ‘Michaung’ in Bay of Bengal https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472284 NAT National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) under Chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba met on Friday (1st December 2023) to review preparedness of State governments and Central Ministries and Departments for impending cyclone ‘Michaung’ in Bay of Bengal. International food safety body endorses India's proposal on global standards for millets https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472261 NAT The Codex Alimentarious Commission (CAC) which is an international food safety and quality standard-setting body of the United Nations has praised India’s Standards on Millets. Minimum temperatures expected to be above normal over most parts of country during upcoming winter season: IMD https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472282 NAT India Meteorological Department, IMD has forecast that minimum temperatures are expected to be above normal over most parts of the country during the upcoming winter season from December 2023 to February 2024. Indian Navy closely monitoring Low-Pressure in Bay of Bengal which is likely to intensify into Cyclonic Storm ‘Michaung’ https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472281 NAT The Indian Navy is closely monitoring the Low-Pressure in the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to intensify into a Cyclonic Storm ‘Michaung’ and cross the Eastern coast between North Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh around 3rd to 4th December. India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership, LeadIT 2.0 Launched at COP28 Dubai https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472280 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in collaboration with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson, launched the India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership during the COP28 World Climate Action Summit, hosted in Dubai. PM launches Green Credit Initiative at COP28 climate conference aimed at reshaping global environmental policies https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472242 NAT In a landmark announcement at the COP28, on Friday (1st December 2023), Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Green Credit Initiative,' a pathbreaking program aimed at reshaping global environmental policies. He also launched the official portal of the Green credit initiative at COP28. PM Modi addresses World Climate Action Summit at COP-28 in Dubai; Highlights India's development model, illustrating delicate balance between ecology and economy https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472213 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (1st December 2023) delivered an address at the high-level segment of COP28 in Dubai, extending greetings from the 1.4 billion people of India. Expressing gratitude to the assembled leaders, PM Modi acknowledged their consistent support on crucial issues of cli GST revenue collection for November stands at around Rs 1.68 lakh crore https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472279 NAT The gross Goods and Services Tax, GST revenue collection in the month of November this year stood at around one lakh 68 thousand crore rupees. The revenue for the month of November is 15 per cent higher than the GST revenue in the same month of last year and the highest for any month year-on-year d All India Institute of Ayurveda initiates two-day Training Programme on Latent Tuberculosis Infections https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472273 NAT The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) on Friday (1st December 2023) initiated a two-day comprehensive training and orientation program dedicated to addressing Latent Tuberculosis Infection in the country. Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi addresses members of media at Navy Day Annual Press Conference of Navy Week 2023 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472270 NAT Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command (WNC), on Friday( 1st December 2023) addressed members of the media at the Navy Day Annual Press Conference of Navy Week 2023 onboard the Indian Navy's stealth guided missile destroyer INS Chennai at Mumbai. Indian Railways achieves over 1000 metric tonnes of freight loading from April to November this year https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472269 NAT Indian Railways has achieved over one thousand metric tonnes of freight loading from April to November this year. The Railways Ministry said, this is an improvement of around 36 metric tonnes over last year’s loading for the same period. Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra gets good response in Maharashtra https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472264 NAT Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is getting good response in the state of Maharashtra. Starting from tribal districts, the Yatra has now reached in rural districts as well as all zones of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Thane, Kalyan-Dombivali, Nagpur, Solapur, Nashik, Vasa India's growth during Amrit Kal is going to be phenomenal, says Union MoS L Murugan https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472259 NAT Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan has said that India's growth during Amrit Kal is going to be phenomenal. Government allows exports of food commodities including wheat grain, wheat flour, maida and broken rice to five countries https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472248 NAT The government has allowed exports of food commodities including wheat grain, wheat flour, maida and broken rice to five countries. India's manufacturing sector continues its robust performance in November https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472249 NAT India's manufacturing sector continued its robust performance in November this year, mainly on the back of substantial easing in price pressures and strengthening demand. President Droupadi Murmu presents President's Colour to Armed Forces Medical College Pune in it's platinum jubilee year https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472239 NAT President Droupadi Murmu has said that the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) Pune has done commendable work in providing medical services in the country and abroad in its glorious history of 75 years. CBSE will not award any overall division & distinction in Class 10 and Class 12 examinations https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472253 NAT The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will not award any overall division and distinction in the Class 10 and Class 12 examinations. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurates Sahitya Akademi Book Fair in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472252 NAT Union Minister of State for Culture, Arjun Ram Meghwal today inaugurated the Sahitya Akademi Book Fair in New Delhi. India has emerged as leader in renewable energy sector, Union Minister RK Singh says https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472250 NAT Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy RK Singh says India has emerged as a leader in the renewable energy sector despite its carbon emissions being one of the lowest in the world. India’s focus on infrastructure is empowering economy and giving it fillip: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472247 NAT Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that India’s focus on infrastructure is empowering the economy and giving it a fillip. Home Minister Amit Shah takes salute of parade on 59th Raising Day of Border Security Force at BSF Meru Training Centre https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472246 NAT Union Home Minister Amit Shah today took salute of parade on the 59th Raising Day of Border Security Force at BSF Meru Training Centre in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand on the occasion of BSF raising day today. Home Minister Amit Shah to be on two-day visit to Gujarat https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472244 NAT Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a two-day visit to Gujarat beginning today. Mr. Shah will participate in the Bharat Sankalp Yatra program at Chanduwav in Gir Somnath district today evening and will address the villagers. Government says, over one crore fifteen lakh Digital Life Certificate's generated during nation-wide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 2.0 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472245 NAT Government has said that over one crore fifteen lakh Digital Life Certificate's were generated during nation-wide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 2.0. PM Narendra Modi lauded force on BSF’s Raising Day https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472237 NAT On BSF’s Raising Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the force, which has made a mark as a guardian of country's frontiers. Union Home Amit Shah to be on two-day visit to Gujarat https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472236 NAT Union Home Amit Shah will be on a two-day visit to Gujarat beginning today. Mr. Shah will participate in the Bharat Sankalp Yatra program at Chanduwav in Gir Somnath district today evening and will address the villagers. PM Narendra Modi greets people of Nagaland on their Statehood Day https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472235 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted people of Nagaland on their Statehood Day. Mr Modi said, the state’s fascinating history, colorful festivals and warm-hearted people are greatly admired. President Droupadi Murmu &Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar greet people of Nagaland on statehood day https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472233 NAT President Droupadi Murmu has greeted the people of Nagaland on statehood day. In a social media post, President said, a land of vibrant people and rich culture, Nagaland is blessed with natural resources and serene environment. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates new factory of Dixon Technology in Noida https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472229 NAT Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated a new factory of Dixon Technology in Noida, Uttar Pradesh yesterday to boost the local smartphone ecosystem. Home Minister Amit Shah greets all BSF personnel and their family members on 59th Raising Day https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472232 NAT Union Home Minister Amit Shah has greeted all BSF personnel and their family members on the 59th Raising Day of Border Security Force. Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra campaign goes full swing in Ladakh https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472231 NAT In Ladakh, the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra campaign is going on in full swing involving gram panchayats with active participation by various departments and banks striving to implement government schemes thoroughly. President Droupadi Murmu to arrive this evening in Nagpur, Maharashtra https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472230 NAT President Droupadi Murmu will arrive in Nagpur this evening on a two-day visit to Maharashtra. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to inaugurate 5th Global Ayurveda Festival at Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472225 NAT Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will inaugurate the 5th edition of Global Ayurveda Festival in Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala today. Centre approves reconstruction plan worth over 1658 crore rupees for Joshimath in Uttarakhand https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472218 NAT Centre has approved the recovery and reconstruction plan of over 1658 crore rupees for Joshimath which was affected by landslide and ground subsidence early this year. President Droupadi Murmu to present President's Colour to Armed Forces Medical College in Pune https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472227 NAT On the third day of her visit to Maharashtra, President Droupadi Murmu will present the President's Colour to the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) in Pune today. Paddy stubble burning incidences decreases in Punjab and Haryana https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472224 NAT The incidences of paddy stubble burning have witnessed a significant decrease in Punjab and Haryana. Union Environment Ministry said, Punjab has recorded an overall 27 per cent decrease in the total fire counts owing to paddy stubble burning this year as compared to last year. Jal Shakti Ministry to organize Jal Itihas Utsav in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472223 NAT Jal Shakti Ministry will organize Jal Itihas Utsav in New Delhi today. It aims to raise public consciousness about safeguarding water heritage sites, creating a sense of ownership among the masses as well as promote tourism. Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra testifies Prime Minister Narendra Modi's people-centric work culture, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472220 NAT Union Minister of State of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr Jitendra Singh has said that Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra testifies Prime Minister Narendra Modi's people-centric work culture. Defence Acquisition Council approving capital acquisition proposals worth two lakh 23 thousand crore rupees is excellent move towards bolstering Armed Forces' operational prowess, PM Modi says https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472219 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said Defence Acquisition Council approving capital acquisition proposals worth two lakh 23 thousand crore rupees is an excellent move towards bolstering Armed Forces' operational prowess. Govt is focusing on delivering the benefits of projects to bring development to all sectors: Union Minister Bharti Praveen Pawar https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472208 NAT The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Bharti Praveen Pawar said that the central government is focusing on delivering the benefits of central projects to the people and bringing development to all sectors of society. India has shown its potential in every field, it has become center of attraction in the entire world: Union Minister Ajay Kumar Mishra https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472206 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi today distributed appointment letters to more than 51,000 newly appointed employees through video conferencing in the Rojgar Mela program. India strongly supports the decision to operationalise Loss and Damage Fund: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472201 NAT Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has said that the landmark decision on operationalization of the Loss and Damage Fund was adopted in the opening plenary of COP28 in UAE. India, China reviews situation along LAC in Western Sector https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472199 NAT India and China today reviewed the situation along the Line of Actual Control in the Western Sector of the India-China border area. Defence Acquisition Council approves proposals worth Rs 2.23 lakh crore to enhance operational capabilities of Armed Forces https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472179 NAT Defence Acquisition Council headed by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh today approved capital acquisition proposals worth 2 lakh 23 thousand crore rupees to enhance the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces. PM Modi embarks on two-day visit to UAE to attend World Climate Action Summit https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472188 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates this evening to attend the World Climate Action Summit. Rozgar Mela: PM Modi distributes more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472175 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi today distributed more than 51 thousand appointment letters to newly inducted recruits through video conferencing. Addressing the appointees on the occasion, Mr Modi said Rozgar Mela paves the way for youth to become the makers of a 'Viksit Bharat'. VP Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasizes that India stands in front league of Nations in domains of land, sky, sea, and space https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472181 NAT Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today emphasized that India stands in the front league of nations in the domains of land, sky, sea, and space. PM Modi interacts with beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472153 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra via video conferencing today. He also launched Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendra. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh inaugurates 40th Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472178 NAT Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh has called upon the Indian Coast Guard to continue working with dedication and professionalism toward bolstering the coastal defences and maritime capabilities of the country. SBM-GOBARdhan Biogas Conference to be held tomorrow, aims to accelerate Waste to Wealth and Circular Economy https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472176 NAT Acceleration of the Compressed Biogas sector will be high on the agenda of the SBM-GOBARdhan Biogas Conference to be held in New Delhi tomorrow. India constitutes high-level Enquiry Committee after US shares inputs pertaining to nexus between organized criminals, terrorists https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472170 NAT External Affairs Ministry today said that the nexus between organized crime, trafficking, gun running and extremists at the international level is a serious issue for law enforcement agencies to consider. India's G20 Presidency revitalised multilateralism, amplified Global South's voice and championed inclusive development, asserts Prime Minister https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472160 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that India has achieved extraordinary outcomes during its G-20 presidency as it revitalized multilateralism, amplified the voice of the Global South, championed inclusive development, and fought for the empowerment of women. COP28 Summit begins in Dubai with calls for accelerated action and higher ambition against escalating climate crisis https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472105 NAT The 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, commenced at Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today. India's G20 presidency ends Today https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472161 NAT Today is the last day of India's G20 presidency. Brazil will be leading the G20 presidency for the next one year from tomorrow. President Droupadi Murmu reviews Passing Out Parade of 145th batch of National Defense Academy - NDA at Khadakwasla in Pune https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472144 NAT President Droupadi Murmu reviewed the Passing Out Parade of the 145th batch of National Defense Academy - NDA at Khadakwasla in Pune today. PM Narendra Modi urges people of Telangana to exercise their franchise today and strengthen Indian democracy https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472156 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the people of Telangana to exercise their franchise today and strengthen Indian democracy. Centre launches first-ever auction of critical mineral blocks to boost economy and support its transition towards clean energy https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472155 NAT Union Minister for Mines Pralhad Joshi has launched the first-ever tranche auction of critical mineral blocks at a function in New Delhi. Government calls all party meeting on Saturday ahead of Winter Session of Parliament beginning Monday https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472154 NAT Ahead of Winter Session of Parliament beginning on Monday, the government has called an all party meeting on Saturday to ensure smooth functioning of both Houses. PM Narendra Modi to distribute over 51 thousand appointment letters to newly inducted recruits in government sector under Rozgar Mela https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472152 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51 thousand appointment letters to newly inducted recruits through video conferencing today. World Bank funded National Agricultural Higher Education Project and Indian Agricultural Research Project New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472147 NAT World Bank funded National Agricultural Higher Education Project and Indian Agricultural Research Project New Delhi, Modern Agricultural Science Technology Center for Climate Adapted Agriculture and Water Management has been launched at Mahatma Phule Agricultural University Govt calls all-party meeting on 2nd December ahead of Parliament Winter Session https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472143 NAT Ahead of Winter Session of Parliament beginning 4th of next month, the government has called an all-party meeting on 2nd of December to ensure the smooth functioning of both Houses. President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates national conference on integration of Yoga in School Education System in Maharashtra https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472097 NAT President Droupadi Murmu has said that Yoga is an invaluable gift of India to the world community. CCPA issues safety notice to alert consumers against purchase of acid on e-commerce platforms https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472140 NAT The Central Consumer Protection Authority, CCPA has issued safety notice to alert consumers against the purchase of acid on e-commerce platforms. T Indian and Australian armed forces conducted Joint Military Exercise AustraHind 2023 in Australia https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472138 NAT Indian and Australian armed forces on Wednesday conducted tactical exercises in multi-domain operations in urban and semi-urban terrain during the Joint Military Exercise AustraHind 2023 in Australia. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launches first tranche of auction of critical mineral blocks in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472137 NAT Union Minister for Mines Pralhad Joshi today launched the first tranche of auction of critical mineral blocks at a function in New Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calls upon corporate sector to contribute to Armed Forces Flag Day Fund to ensure well-being of soldiers https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472133 NAT Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today called upon the corporate sector to contribute generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund to ensure the well-being of the soldiers. Centre to provide Free Foodgrains to over 81 crore beneficiaries for another five years under PMGKAY https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472110 NAT The Government has extended the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another five years from 1st of January 2024. Union Cabinet approves continuation of Fast-track Special Courts up to March 2026 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472118 NAT The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Fast Track Special Court (FTSCs) for a further three years. It has been extended till 31st March 2026 with financial implications of over 1952 crore rupees. India to construct 10,000 houses in Sri Lanka's plantation regions as part of Phase IV of Indian Housing Project https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472122 NAT The High Commission of India penned pivotal agreements for the construction of ten thousand houses in Sri Lanka's plantation regions as part of Phase IV of the Indian Housing Project. Govt extends Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana for another five years https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472124 NAT The Government has extended the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another five years from 1st of January 2024. New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes on producing quality defence equipment and products https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472121 NAT Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised producing quality defence equipment and products. He said, efforts must be made to improve skills, and workforce and attract investment capital. Technology plays crucial role in Education sector and country needs to empower Education and Technology, NITI Aayog CEO, BRV Subrahmanyam says https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472113 NAT NITI Aayog CEO, BRV Subrahmanyam has said that technology plays a crucial role in the Education sector and the country needs to empower Education and Technology. United States issues record-breaking one lakh forty thousand visas to Indian students https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472104 NAT The US Embassy and its consulates in India issued a record breaking one lakh forty thousand student visas between October 2022 and September this year. PM Narendra Modi speaks to workers evacuated from collapsed tunnel in Uttarakhand; says rescue mission created amazing example of teamwork https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472101 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the rescue operations to evacuate all 41 workers who were trapped inside collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand from the past 17 days. PM Narendra Modi to interact with beneficiaries of central government’s welfare schemes through virtual mode https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472109 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with beneficiaries of central government’s welfare schemes tomorrow through virtual mode under the ongoing Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. India & US to launch joint microwave remote sensing satellite for Earth observation https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472100 NAT India and the US will launch the joint microwave remote sensing satellite for Earth observation in the coming months. The satellite will be named NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar). PM Narendra Modi to distribute 51 thousand appointment letters to newly inducted recruits https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472099 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51 thousand appointment letters to newly inducted recruits tomorrow through video conferencing. Nation heaves sigh of relief as 17-day long rescue operation in Uttarakhand ends in success with safe evacuation of all 41 workers https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472089 NAT The Nation has heaved a sigh relief as the challenging 17-day multi-agency rescue operation in Uttarakhand ended in success last night with the safe evacuation of all the forty-one workers who were trapped inside Silkyari tunnel. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds efforts of agencies, organisations & people involved in Uttarakhand rescue operation https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472098 NAT Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has lauded the efforts of agencies, organisations, and people involved in the Uttarakhand rescue operation. Vikshit Bharat Sankalp Yatra goes to different parts of country https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472096 NAT Vikshit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is going on in different parts of the country. Under the Yatra, the Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Vans, with the aim to disseminate information and create awareness regarding the Central government’s flagship welfare programmes President, Vice President and Prime Minister laud evacuated workers' resilience; Praise bravery & determination of rescue personnel https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472094 NAT President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the country in praising the courage and patience of the workers evacuated from the tunnel in Uttarakhand after 17-long days and their families. Centre to launch first-ever tranche auction of critical and strategic mineral blocks today https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472091 NAT The Centre will launch the first tranche auction of critical and strategic minerals today. Twenty blocks of critical and strategic minerals spread across the country are to be auctioned. PM Modi expresses satisfaction over successful rescue operation of workers trapped in Uttarkashi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472088 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed satisfaction over the successful rescue operation of the workers trapped in Uttarkashi. Second phase of Kashi Tamil Sangamam programme to be held from 17th to 30th of December https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472075 NAT The second phase of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam programme will be held from the 17th to the 30th of next month. In this regard, the registration portal was launched by IIT Madras yesterday. India and US to launch joint microwave remote sensing satellite (NISAR) for Earth observation https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472079 NAT India and the US will launch the joint microwave remote sensing satellite for Earth observation in the coming months. PM Modi to distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472069 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits on Thursday via video conferencing. Syed Modi India international badminton championship world tour Super 300 kicks off in Lucknow, UP https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472072 NAT The Syed Modi India international badminton championship world tour Super 300 kicked off today in Lucknow city of Uttar Pradesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveils crest of Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyer Imphal https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472067 NAT Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled the crest of Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyer Yard 12706 (Imphal), today in New Delhi, along with Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh. 10.71 crore people became part of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, including 3.37 crore youth, says Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472066 NAT An MoU was signed today between the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ramchandra Mission on Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan in New Delhi. PM Narendra Modi takes stock of situation of trapped workers in Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472059 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of the relief and rescue operations being carried out to rescue 41 workers trapped in the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Standard and Poors Global predicts India’s economic growth at 6.4 per cent for fiscal year 2024-25 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472053 NAT India’s economic growth is likely to rise at 6.4 percent for fiscal year 2024-25, according to Standard & Poors (S&P) Global. However, the agency cautioned that high food inflation and weak exports can cast a shadow on growth in the years ahead. Madras High Court stays operation of summons issued to five district collectors by ED https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472064 NAT The Madras High Court has stayed the operation of the summons issued to five district collectors by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with its probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act into alleged illegal sand mining in the state. Centre to launch first tranche auction of critical and strategic minerals https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472062 NAT Centre will launch the first tranche auction of critical and strategic minerals tomorrow. Twenty blocks of critical and strategic minerals spread across the country are to be auctioned. Union Minister Smriti Irani launches National Outreach Programme on Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472058 NAT Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani today launched the National Outreach Programme on Anganwadi Protocol for Divyang Children. Adv Somasekhar Sundaresan swears in additional judge of Bombay High Court https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472056 NAT Advocate Somasekhar Sundaresan was sworn in as an additional judge of the Bombay High Court today. Chief Justice DK Upadhyaya administered the oath. SC refuses to entertain bail plea of DMK minister V Senthil Balaji, who was arrested by ED in money laundering case https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472054 NAT The Supreme Court today refused to entertain the bail plea of DMK minister V Senthil Balaji, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. Asia’s largest open-air annual trade fair Bali Jatra inaugurated on banks of Mahanadi River in Cuttack https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472051 NAT Asia’s largest open-air annual trade fair the Bali Jatra, commemorating the glorious ancient maritime legacy of Odisha, was inaugurated on the banks of the Mahanadi River in Cuttack last evening. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls for tangible action on climate funding and technology transfer ahead of COP28 https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472048 NAT Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called for tangible action on climate funding and technology transfer ahead of COP28. She was speaking during a virtual session at the inaugural India Global Forum Middle East and Africa 2023 on yesterday. ECI issues notice to Karnataka government over publishing advertisements related to its achievements in newspapers in poll-bound Telangana https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472047 NAT Election Commission of India (ECI) yesterday issued a notice to the Karnataka government over publishing advertisements related to its achievements in newspapers in poll-bound Telangana. 42nd India International Trade Fair concluded in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472044 NAT The 42nd India International Trade Fair concluded in New Delhi yesterday. 10 lakh domestic and foreign visitors and business persons participated in this 14-day fair. 42nd India International Trade Fair concludes in New Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472003 NAT The 42nd India International Trade Fair concluded in New Delhi today. Over 10 lakh domestic and foreign visitors and businesspersons participated in this 14-day fair. Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrated across country with traditional fervour https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471997 NAT Guru Nanak Jayanti or Gurpurab is being celebrated with religious fervour across India and the world. It marks the birth of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who laid the foundation of Sikhism. India investing more money into production of movies in last few years under PM Modi, said Legendary Hollywood actor and film producer Michael Douglas https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472033 NAT Legendary Hollywood actor and film producer Michael Douglas has said that India is investing more money into production of movies in the last few years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting Anurag Singh Thakur. VP Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar calls upon people to develop culture putting nation first https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472032 NAT Vice-President of India Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today called upon people to develop culture putting nation first. PM Modi helds impressive Mega Roadshow from RTC cross roads to Kachiguda cross roads in Hyderabad https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471963 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held an impressive Mega Roadshow from RTC crossroads to Kachiguda crossroads in Hyderabad. Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra to begin in Delhi https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472026 NAT The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra will start in Delhi from tomorrow. The Yatra will be flagged off by the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Vinai Kumar Saxena in the presence of Delhi MPs and senior officials. Sports Minister Anurag Thakur congratulates Golfer Aditi Ashok for winning Ladies European Tour Season Finale Andalucia Costa Del Sol Open in Spain https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472014 NAT Sports Minister Anurag Thakur today congratulated Golfer Aditi Ashok for winning the Ladies European Tour Season Finale Andalucia Costa Del Sol Open in Spain. MeT Department predicts heavy rain and snowfall in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472008 NAT The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall, snowfall, lightning, and hailstorms in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh as the active western disturbance is expected to move eastwards. President Droupadi Murmu says ports in India need to address infrastructural and operational challenges https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472009 NAT President Droupadi Murmu today hoped the Samudrayaan Mission, India's first manned ocean mission to explore the deep ocean, will be a great success. President Droupadi Murmu & Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar extend greetings to people on occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji birth anniversary https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472001 NAT On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, President Droupadi Murmu has extended her greetings and good wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad, especially Sikh brothers and sisters. PM Narendra Modi greets nation on occasion of Kartik Poornima & Dev Deepawali https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=472000 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the nation on the auspicious occasion of Kartik Poornima and Dev Deepawali. PM Narendra Modi to visit UAE to attend World Climate Action Summit https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471992 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two day visit to Dubai, UAE from 30th November to attend the World Climate Action Summit. PM Narendra Modi extends greetings to people on occasion of Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471995 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. 54th International Film Festival of India in collaboration with UNICEF screens five films https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471991 NAT The 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in collaboration with UNICEF is screening five films that deal with child rights. Out of five films, two are from India, while three are from Iran and Sri Lanka. PM Modi pays homage to victims and bravehearts of 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks; In his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme on Akashvani, Mr Modi asserts, India now crushing terrorism with full courage https://newsonair.gov.in/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=471944 NAT Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid homage to bravehearts and victims who lost their lives in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.