The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) organized a dedicated workshop today at its headquarters in New Delhi to train empanelled audit firms responsible for conducting Digital Addressable Systems (DAS) audits. The event marked a crucial initiative towards reinforcing regulatory compliance, ensuring system integrity, and enhancing transparency in the television broadcasting distribution ecosystem. The day-long workshop witnessed active participation from 43 TRAI-empanelled auditors along with key stakeholders from the broadcasting industry. It served as a collaborative platform for sharing insights, challenges, and experiences encountered during DAS audit processes. According to TRAI regulations, all distributors of television channels are mandated to…
Author: Aruna Sharma
The 11th Session of the India-Russia Working Group on Modernization and Industrial Cooperation was held today at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, under the framework of the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation.The session was co-chaired by Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and H.E. Mr. Alexey Gruzdev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.The meeting reviewed the progress made since the previous session and served as a platform to reinforce bilateral cooperation across a range of key sectors. Sub-groups…
Underground coal mining presents numerous advantages over opencast methods, especially in terms of environmental sustainability, land-use efficiency, and reduced social disruption. As it causes minimal surface disturbance, underground mining helps preserve vital infrastructure, agricultural lands, forests, and residential areas. From an environmental perspective, underground mining generates considerably less dust and noise pollution than surface mining. It is particularly effective for accessing deep-seated coal reserves, which often have superior quality. Additionally, because it leaves a smaller surface footprint, underground mining contributes to lower greenhouse gas emissions associated with land degradation and vegetation loss. Operationally, underground mines are less affected by adverse…
BCC (India) Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Lokpal of India for a major infrastructure development project valued at approximately ₹121 crore. The agreement marks the beginning of a transformative initiative that will include structural repairs, seismic retrofitting, and modern interior fit-outs to enhance the Lokpal’s office premises. The project is designed to ensure enhanced functionality, sustainability, and architectural excellence. NBCC will act as the Project Management Consultant (PMC), overseeing the execution with a focus on high-quality delivery and compliance with sustainability standards. The initiative aims to boost the operational efficiency and upgrade the physical infrastructure…
Under the Government of India’s flagship Skill India Mission (SIM), the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) continues to deliver skill, re-skill, and up-skill training across the country. These initiatives cater to a wide demographic, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life, including those in Maharashtra, are equipped with industry-relevant, future-ready skills. Comprehensive Training Ecosystem MSDE operates through a robust network of skill development centres under several major schemes: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) through Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) As of 30th June 2025,…
आज उत्तर प्रदेश के मुख्यमंत्री योगी आदित्यनाथ ने अपने सरकारी आवास पर एक उच्चस्तरीय बैठक की, जिसमें प्रदेश के विभिन्न वर्षा और बाढ़ प्रभावित क्षेत्रों की स्थिति की समीक्षा की गई। बैठक में संबंधित विभागों के वरिष्ठ अधिकारी और जनपदों के प्रभारी मंत्री एवं जिलाधिकारी वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेंसिंग के माध्यम से जुड़े। प्रभावित जिलों में राहत कार्यों की तत्परता से समीक्षा मुख्यमंत्री ने संबंधित अधिकारियों को निर्देशित किया कि: बाढ़ प्रभावित गांवों में राहत सामग्री समय से वितरित की जाए। सामग्री की गुणवत्ता और मात्रा की पूरी निगरानी रखी जाए। प्रभावित लोगों को पैक और पका हुआ भोजन उपलब्ध कराया जाए।…
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), is actively working to enhance the employability of youth by imparting industry-relevant skills under the umbrella of the Skill India Mission (SIM). This national initiative aims to skill, re-skill, and up-skill individuals across the country through a wide network of training centres and schemes. Key Schemes Under Skill India Mission Skill training is imparted through multiple flagship schemes, ensuring inclusive access to diverse sections of society: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) through Industrial…
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly constructed Kartavya Bhavan – 03 at Kartavya Path in Delhi at 12:15 PM. Following the inauguration, the Prime Minister will also address a public programme at 6:30 PM the same day. This event marks a major milestone in the Government’s commitment to modern, efficient, and citizen-centric governance, aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision of administrative transformation. Part of the Central Vista Transformation Kartavya Bhavan – 03 is the first among several upcoming Common Central Secretariat (CCS) buildings under the Central Vista redevelopment project. It aims to centralize and streamline administrative functions…
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Roche Products (India) Pvt. Ltd. to support DPIIT-recognized startups operating in critical therapeutic sectors, including oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, haematology, and rare diseases. Under this strategic partnership, Roche India will provide: Mentorship from global healthcare experts Support for pilot and validation studies Access to advanced technologies, infrastructure, and global platforms The MoU was formally signed by Dr. Sumeet Jarangal, Director, DPIIT, and Smt. Rajwinder Mehdwan, Managing Director, Roche Products (India) Pvt. Ltd., in the presence of senior officials…
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HDFC Capital Advisors Limited to promote innovation and support startups in the affordable housing and PropTech (Property Technology) sectors. This collaboration underscores DPIIT’s ongoing commitment to nurturing an inclusive, innovation-driven startup ecosystem in line with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat@2047. At the heart of this partnership is the H@ART Programme (HDFC Affordable Real Estate and Technology Programme), launched by HDFC Capital. This initiative is designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support…