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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Production of Garlic
The production of garlic for the year 2021-22 and 2022-23 in the Country are given below:
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Year
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Production 
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2021-22
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3523
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2022-23 
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3369
Planned research on genetic improvement of garlic for identification of varieties suitable for cultivation under different seasons and agro-climatic conditions in India is being carried out by the ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research, Pune and the National Horticulture Research and Development Foundation, Nasik. Further, location specific adoptive trails are being taken up at different locations of the country through ICAR- All India Network Research Project on Onion and Garlic , Pune.
The field trials were conducted to identify suitable varieties for cultivation during Kharif through ICAR-AINRP on O&Gat six locations ) for three years. Two varieties, Bhima Purple and G-282 performed better at three locations viz. Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu , giving yield of 30.0-40.0 q/ha. However, the yield in Kharif season was quite less as compared to Rabi season. Gadag local, a land race from Karnataka, is being cultivated by growers during season and is giving better yield in Karnataka.
In addition, one advance breeding line of garlic namely, G-389 has been observed suitable for Kharif in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh as well as for Rabi.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Import clearance time for edible oil comes down significantly to approx. 3-4 days ; there is no clogging of consignments at the ports
The Indian Customs is continuously monitoring the import clearances of edible oils in co-ordination with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India . It is seen that the import clearance time for edible oil has come down significantly to approx. 3-4 days at present which is the usual time taken for sampling, duty payment and logistics. It is being ensured that there is no clogging at the ports. To facilitate the trade and expedite the clearances, nodal officers have been nominated in all the Customs Zones and a Standard Operating Procedure has also been put in place for smooth clearance. Customs is also engaging with the Industry Associations regularly.
The following data reveals significant increase in imports of crude palm oil  in most recent periods: -
In MT
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Description
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30.6.20 to 12.7.20
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30.6.21 to 12.7.21
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Crude Palm Oil
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2,90,694
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4,04,341
In MT
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Description
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01.4.20 to 12.7.20
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01.4.21 to 12.7.21
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Crude Palm Oil
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19,03,035
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20,91,332
The import/export policy relating to edible oils, its volumes of clearances and pendency situation at ports etc are reviewed on weekly basis by Inter-ministerial Committee on prices of Agricultural Commodities. These aspects are also reviewed regularly by Committee of Secretaries and Group of Ministers.
Department of Consumer Affairs and Department of Food continuously monitor the retail selling prices of edible oil for assessing the need for intervention
Tariff and other policy interventions are normally made on the recommendations of these Committees/Group.
To provide relief to the consumers, certain measures have been taken recently in respect of edible oil. These include reduction of customs duty on edible crude palm oil from 35.75% to 30.25% and on refined palm oil from 49.5% to 41.25%. Further, import restriction of refined palm oil has also been lifted till 31st December.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Mariyappan, Sharad, Singhraj take India’s medal tally at Tokyo Paralympics to ten
Key Highlight
- This is Mariyappan’s second medal from the Paralympic Games; in Rio 2016, he won the gold
Mariyappan Thangavelu and Sharad Kumar, both employed as Sports Authority of India coaches, have made the country proud by winning the Silver and the Bronze medals respectively at the Men’s High Jump T63 final at Tokyo Paralympics on Tuesday. This is Mariyappan’s second medal from the Paralympic Games; in Rio 2016, he won the gold.
The Indian medal tally reached 10 following the day’s events. Earlier, Singhraj Adhana won the bronze medal in the 10m air pistol SH1 event.
Mariyappan’s highest jump of 1.86m in the final has been a Season Best score. Sharad also finished with a Season Best jump of 1.83m en route to his Bronze medal. Both are classified under T42 category, i.e. athletes have one or more impairment types affecting hip and/or knee function in one or both limbs and with activity limitations.
Tamil Nadu-based para athlete Mariyappan has had been training at the SAI centre in Bangalore under coach Satyanarayana prior to the Tokyo Paralympics. He won the Padma Shri and the Arjuna Awards in 2017 as well as the Khel Ratna in 2021. Facilitated by the Government of India, Mariyappan has competed in five international competitions to the tune of Rs 13.04 Lakh from the Target Olympic Podium Scheme  and Rs 27.79 Lakh from the Annual Calendar for Training and Competition .
Sharad Kumar, meanwhile, has had been training in Ukraine for over two years prior to the Tokyo Paralympics under foreign coach Nikitin Yevhen at full cost to the Government of India, to the tune of Rs 80.75 Lakh from TOPS and Rs 21.72 Lakh from ACTC. The Govt also facilitated in assisting him in getting back to India from Ukraine during the peak of Covid-19 and also streamlining a smooth visa process. Sharad won the gold medal at the Asian Para Games 2018 and the Silver in World Para Athletics Championship 2019.
Haryana-based shooter Singhraj, who won the bronze with a total of 216.8 points, has also been assisted by the Govt in terms of competing internationally as well as financial assistance in procurement of air pistol and engagement of personal coach. The TOPS funding for him amounts to Rs 18.65 Lakh and Rs 36.65 Lakh from the ACTC.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Urges Students to find easy solutions to the Country’s Problems
Indian Solutions for Global Application – is Our Commitment says the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi gave away Prizes to the winners of the 36 Hour Singapore India hackathon which concluded at IIT Chennai today.
The Hackathon the second such one was organised in collaboration with Government of Singapore, Government of India, IIT Chennai and the Nanyang Technical University , Singapore.
The First Hackathon was organised based on the idea mooted by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi at NTU,Singapore in 2018.
Addressing the students and academic fraternity, the Prime Minister congratulated the winners of the hackathon.
“Friends, I congratulate the winners of the hackathon. And, I congratulate each and every young friend assembled here, particularly my student friends. Your willingness to confront challenges and find workable solutions, your energy, your enthusiasm is of much greater value than just winning a competition“.
The Prime Minister said that India is among the top 3 Startup Friendly ecosystems. He said India had given great emphasis to innovation and incubation in the last five years.
“Programmes like Atal Innovation Mission, PM Research Fellowships, Start-up India Abhiyan are the foundation of 21st century India, an India that promotes a culture of innovation. We are now trying to give exposure to modern technology like Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain to our students as early as in 6th grade. From school to research in higher education, an ecosystem is being created that becomes a medium for innovation.”
Urging the students to find easy solutions to the problems being faced by India, the Prime Minister said that India would like to offer its solutions to the entire globe and especially the poorest of the nations.
“We are encouraging Innovation and Incubation for two big reasons, One is - we want easy solutions to solve India's problems, to make life easier. And another, we, in India want to find solutions for the whole world. Indian Solutions for Global Application - this is our goal and our commitment. We would also like our cost effective solutions to be available to serve the needs of the poorest countries - Indian innovation in support of the poorest and the most deprived, no matter where they live.”
Prime Minister will also be attending the diamond jubilee celebrations and convocation ceremony of IIT-M.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to road accident in Dhupguri in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal; announces Ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to a road accident in Dhupguri in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal and announced Ex-gratia from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund .
In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said, "The road accident in Dhupguri in Jalpaiguri  is extremely anguishing. In this time of sadness, prayers with the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon.
From the PMNRF, Ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each would be given to the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to the accident in West Bengal. Rs. 50,000 each would be given to those injured."
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Reconstruction of Ganga Ghats
The State-wise and year-wise funds released/disbursed by National Mission for Clean Ganga , for the ghats& crematoria projects under NamamiGangeProgramme during the last three financial years and current financial year  are as under:-
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Financial Year
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Uttarakhand
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Uttar Pradesh
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Bihar
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Jharkhand
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West Bengal
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Total
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2018-19
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41.82
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266.74
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18.52
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6.36
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4.82
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338.26
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2019-20
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3.21
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48.15
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22.07
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2.28
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1.15
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76.86
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2020-21
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9.45
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4.18
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11.82
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3.23
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3.79
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32.47
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2021-22
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6.71
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1.18
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1.64
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-
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0.94
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10.47
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Total
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61.19
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320.25
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54.05
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11.87
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10.70
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458.06
The details of Present Status of Ghats and crematoria as given below:
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Sl.
No.
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State
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Total No. of Ghats and Crematoria Sanctioned
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Total No. of Ghats and Crematoria
Completed
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Total No. of Ghats and Crematoria
Under Progress
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Total No. of Ghats and Crematoria
Under tendering
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1
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Uttarakhand
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45
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43
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2
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0
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2
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Uttar Pradesh
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103
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99
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0
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4
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3
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Bihar
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31
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14
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15
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2
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4
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Jharkhand
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16
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15
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1
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0
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5
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West Bengal
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36
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33
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3
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0
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Total
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231
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|
204
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21
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6
This information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti and Food Processing Industries, ShriPrahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in the LokSabha today.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Senior Professor Priya Mahadevan of S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences Features in DST’s List
Kolkata, March 22, 2022
Professor Priya Mahadevan, Senior Professor, S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, under Department of Science and Technology , Government of India has been featured in DST’s compendium ‘75 Under 50 Scientists Shaping Today’s India’. The book was released by the Union Minister of State  Science & Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on February 28, 2022 at New Delhi. The compendium explores personal lives and professional accomplishments of 75 scientists, providing an in-depth look at the diversity surrounding them, such as their differing backgrounds, reasons for becoming scientists, obstacles they faced and their work in different disciplines.
Professor Mahadevan’s works revolve round electronic, magnetic, structural, optical and mechanical properties of systems at the nanoscale, charge, orbital and magnetic ordering in p and d band systems, models for magnetism in transition metal compounds, dilute magnetic semiconductors and calculation of various spectral functions.
Professor Mahadevan joined the institution in 2005 as Reader. She became an Associate Professor of the institute in 2009. From 2013 till date she is working as Professor of the institute.
Professor Mahadevan did her Masters from Department of physics, IISc, Bangalore in 1993 and PhD from the same institute in 1998. She has several awards to her credit. In a recent event she has been elected as a fellow of The World Academy of Sciences  from January 1, 2022.
Ministry of Defence
IAF AND USN IN IOR
As a strategic outreach exercise with the defence forces of friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean Region , Indian Air Force will participate in operational engagements with the US Navy in an exercise to be carried out with Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group  on 23 and 24 Jun 21. The CSG is currently deployed in the IOR.
The Exercise in the AoR of Southern Air Command will see the IAF forces operate from bases under four operational commands and will include Jaguars & Su-30 MKI fighters, AWACS, AEW&C and Air to Air Refueller aircraft. The US CSG is expected to field F-18 fighters and E-2C Hawkeye AEW&C aircraft. The exercise will be carried out south of Thiruvananthapuram, on the western seaboard, over two days.
IAF has extensive experience in maritime operations in the IOR. This has been consolidated over the years by conduct of exercises from the country’s island territories, including participation in International exercises. The multi spectral capability of the IAF in IOR also includes HADR missions and logistics support undertaken in support of friendly nations in the region. This engagement with the US CSG offers one more opportunity to undertake joint operations in the maritime domain with a friendly foreign power.
The exercise with the US CSG will focus on multiple areas including enhancing aspects of interoperability, nuances of international integrated maritime SAR operations and exchange of best practices in the maritime airpower domain.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
HPCL commences its first Cow dung to Compressed Biogas Project
The project is being developed under GOBAR-Dhan scheme
In a transcending move towards green energy and commitment towards environmental stewardship, HPCL commenced its Cowdung to Compressed Biogas Project at Sanchore, Rajasthan. This will be HPCL’s first project under Waste to Energy portfolio. The plant is proposed to utilize 100 Tons per day of dung to produce biogas, which can be utilized as automotive fuel. The project is proposed to be commissioned in a year’s time.
The project’s ground breaking ceremony took place at Shree Godham Mahatirth Pathmeda Lok Punyarth Nyas, Village Pathmeda, Tehsil Sanchore District Jalore in Rajasthan which was attended by ED - Bio-fuel & Renewables, Shri Shuvendu Gupta and Senior officials from HPCL.
The project is being developed under GOBAR-Dhan scheme launched by Government of India in Apr’18 as a part of the Biodegradable Waste Management component under Swachh Bharat Mission  to positively impact cleanliness and generate wealth and energy from cattle and organic waste.
Department of Space
Under the leadership of Prime Minister, space technology has reached almost every house in the country: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State for Space addresses National Conference on ‘System for Transforming India: Challenges and Opportunities' at Ahmedabad today
Union Minister of State  for Development of North Eastern Region, MoS PMO, Personnel, Atomic Energy and Department of Space Dr. Jitendra Singh said that space technology has reached almost every house in five years under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He said, “Our Prime Minister has a naturally scientific nature. He never fails to promote scientists and the example is Chandrayaan Mission. He was present to witness Chandrayaan's landing." The Minister was speaking during the inaugural session of National Conference on ‘System for Transforming India: Challenges and Opportunities’ at Space Application Centre, Ahmedabad today.
Emphasizing the use of space technology for the common people, the Minister said that there are some examples of the use of space technology such as road transport, railway, unmanned railway crossing and geotagging of works under MNREGA. He said that three to four years ago, there were reports of accidents at unmanned railway crossings. But the use of space technology has shown a significant reduction in such accidents. He further said that it was difficult to get the Fund Utilization Certificate in the North East region. With the use of space technology, it became possible to get such stuck fund utilization certificate of worth Rs. 7000 crore.
Praising ISRO and the Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh said that ISRO has built a work culture through dedication and commitment that other scientific communities should follow. "I can say with pride that India will soon become a superpower and this journey will start with the Department of Space.", he said.
ISRO Chairman Dr. K Sivan said, “Young generation should come forward to shape the future of the country.” He added that the system engineering defines the complex system. The purpose of system engineering is not limited to building a best & optimal system, but to build a system that is feasible and serve a purpose. “The system engineering reduces the risk involved in space missions”, he said.
The two-day national conference was organized by the Indian Society of Systems for Science and Engineering  and the Space Application Centre. During the inaugural ceremony, the Minister released the souvenir of the conference and conferred ISSE awards.
PIB Headquarters
PRICE REDUCTION ON COST OF SELLING/REPLACEMENT SIMS IN BSNL
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited  is happy to announce the reduction of selling/replacement price of all types of SIMs  from existing ₹20/- to ₹15/- under Pre-paid and Post-paid Mobile Services w.e.f. 26-05-2017 both in AP and Telangana Circles. Customers are requested to avail this opportunity. For further details dial 1503 or 18001801503
Ministry of Culture
Rashtriya Samskriti Mahotsav celebrates the unity in diversity of our nation: Union Minister of Culture, Tourism & DoNER
Tourism infrastructure to be enhanced for Ramappa Temple:
Sh. G. Kishan Reddy
The Union Minister of Culture, Tourism & DoNER Sh. G. Kishan Reddy participated in the ongoing Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav at Warangal today. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Kishan Reddy said Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav has played a significant role in showcasing folk and tribal art, dance, music, cuisines and culture of one state in other states reinforcing PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s cherished goal of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat”, presenting the rich culture of southern states as well as introduce the local population to the varied culture of other parts of India.
Explaining about the rationale behind the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav , the Minister said that “National Cultural Festival of India was conceptualized by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India in 2015 to celebrate the spirit of Tradition, Culture, Heritage and Diversity of our incredible country. Apart from the broader objective, this Mahotsav aims to preserve, promote and popularize the heritage of Indian Spirit and reconnect the new generation with our culture and to showcase to the country and the world our soft power of unity in diversity”.
Addressing the large gathering of people who had come to witness the cultural extravaganza at Warangal, Sh. Kishen Reddy said that the Ministry of Culture and Tourism is making all efforts to enhance the tourism infrastructure around Ramappa Temple which was recently bestowed with UNESCO World Heritage Site tag. He also promised the renovation of the 1000 pillar temple as per the Kakatiya traditions.
As the International day of Yoga is coming up on the 21st of June, the Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and DONER gave a call to the people to voluntarily come forward and participate in large numbers. He also exhorted the people to hoist national flag on every house on 15th August this year as India is celebrating 75 years of its independence.
Apart from the cultural performances from renowned artists like Padmashri awardee Smt Padmaja Reddy, Vandemataram Srinivas, the day witnessed number of folk art forms from nearly 500 artists from all over the country. As India is celebrating 75 years of its Independence, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, an exhibition on Prominent Telugu freedom fighters has been organised by the Regional Outreach Bureau, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on the occasion.
Government of India has set up Seven Zonal Cultural Centres to protect, promote & preserve various forms of art and culture throughout the country. This year the cultural fest is being organised in Rajahmundry, Warangal, and Hyderabad cities showcasing the blend of cultures and acting as a catalyst for fellow Indians to experience the rich cultural heritage of India.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Cabinet approves MoU on cooperation in the field of regulation of medical products for human use amongst the medicine regulatory agencies of the BRICS countries
The Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of the Memorandum of Understanding  on cooperation in the field of regulation of medical products for human use amongst the medicine regulatory agencies of the BRICS countries
The MoU would facilitate better understanding about the regulatory aspects between the parties and could help in increasing India’s export of medical products to BRICS countries.
Ministry of Tourism
Union Minister Shripad Naik alongwith Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant inaugurates Phase 1 of ‘Development of Tourism Infrastructure at Mangueshi’
Union Minister of State for Tourism and Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shripad Naik today inaugurated 1st Phase of ‘Development of Tourism Infrastructure at Mangueshi’ at Priol, Ponda today. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant and Minister for Art and Culture Govind Gaude were present on this occasion.
The Centre government through ‘Swadesh Darshan Scheme’, ‘Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spirituality Augmentation Drive ’ is helping the state government to develop infrastructure at Religious, Historical and Iconic sites, stated Shripad Naik. Goa, being a tourist destination, it is necessary to develop world class infrastructure. Union Minister appealed to state government departments to send more and more proposals to the Union Ministry of Tourism for the development of the state. Tourism infrastructure will boost Goa’s economy, said Shri Naik.
Goa Tourism Development Corporation has undertaken the development of 21, 275 square meter project. First phase of the project consists of 58 Shops with parking facilities for 75 cars, 75 two wheelers, 70 Mini buses, 40 buses along with toilet facilities for ladies, gents and disabled and three mother care rooms. The development area also consists of drainage, footpaths and Illumination. The cost for first phase development is Rs. 6.25 crore.
Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant lauded the efforts of Goa Tourism for developing an app for the facilitation of tourists. App consists of information of sites to visit, Hotels and restaurants and emergency contact numbers.