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Union Environment Minister visits Great Indian Bustard Habitat in Kachchh, Gujarat; Inaugurates GIB Soft Release Centre, Sayara Van Kavach and reviews Mangrove Plantation Efforts
Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav visited the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) habitat in Naliya, Kachchh, Gujarat, where he inaugurated a GIB Soft Release Centre and reviewed ongoing conservation and habitat-management measures. During his visit, he also inaugurated the Sayara Van Kavach, flagged off 33 new patrolling and rescue vehicles, and reviewed mangrove plantation efforts under the MISHTI programme at Jakhau.
NMBA Reaches Out To 34.54 Crore Citizens Including Over 13.70 Crore Youth, 10.64 Crore Women
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has advanced the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) campaign, reaching over 34.54 crore citizens, including 13.70 crore youth and 10.64 crore women. Over the last two years, more than 755 new de-addiction facilities have been established, and over 1.67 lakh master volunteers have been trained. The campaign also marked its sixth year with extensive public participation and initiatives like the NMBA 2.0 Mobile Application.
Ministry Of Social Justice And Empowerment Strengthens Educational Empowerment Through Scholarships And Digital Reforms
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is strengthening equitable access to education for disadvantaged groups like SCs, OBCs, EBCs, and DNTs through scholarships, residential infrastructure, and digital reforms. Key interventions include the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes, which aim to reduce dropout rates and enhance higher education enrolment. The implementation relies on transparency measures such as DBT-enabled systems, Aadhaar-seeded accounts, e-KYC verification, and integration with databases like DigiLocker and UDISE.
PRESS RELEASE OF CONSUMER PRICE INDEX ON BASE 2024=100 FOR AUGUST, 2026
Retail inflation based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in August 2026 stood at 4.82% provisionally, while year-on-year food inflation based on the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) reached 5.95%. The data was released by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) using a base year of 2024=100. Rural and urban combined general inflation rates were 5.23% and 4.31% respectively.
Prime Minister meets with the President of the Republic of the Philippines on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in New Delhi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. The leaders expressed satisfaction with bilateral cooperation and agreed to deepen ties across defense, trade, space, and other sectors. They also discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest.
NHRC, India in partnership with Ministry of External Affairs to organise ITEC Executive Capacity Building Programme on human rights for senior-level functionaries of NHRIs of the Global South
The National Human Rights Commission, India, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, is organizing a six-day ITEC Executive Capacity Building Programme on human rights in New Delhi. Scheduled from September 14 to 19, 2026, the programme is for senior-level functionaries of National Human Rights Institutions of the Global South. It aims to strengthen institutional capacities and foster international cooperation in human rights.
Prime Minister meets with the President of South Africa on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 13th September 2026. The leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation, discussed global issues, and agreed to maintain coordination in multilateral fora. Prime Minister Modi also invited South Africa to join the International Big Cat Alliance following the successful translocation of cheetahs.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurates ‘Ganesh Gyanarthi Exhibition’ organised by the Asiatic Society of Mumbai in Mumbai
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the 'Ganesh Gyanarthi Exhibition' organized by the Asiatic Society of Mumbai in Mumbai. During his address, he emphasized the importance of preserving India's ancient knowledge tradition, history, and values, and urged the institution to link its manuscripts with the Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Mission.
Secretary, DAHD visits CPDO (Western Region), Mumbai; Calls for Strengthening Poultry Infrastructure, Training and Biosecurity
Shri Naresh Pal Gangwar, Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, visited the Central Poultry Development Organisation in Mumbai to review its operations. He called for strengthening poultry infrastructure, biosecurity, and training programs, and launched poultry management books in Hindi and Marathi. He also inspected the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services station in Mumbai.
English Translation of Prime Minister’s Opening Remarks during the 18th BRICS Summit Session: “Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth”
The Prime Minister delivered the opening remarks at the 18th BRICS Summit session focusing on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. Under India's Presidency, efforts have centered on these four pillars to translate shared vision into win-win cooperation and inclusive global growth. Key initiatives announced include early warning systems for diseases, a startup innovation fund, digital agriculture, and clean energy centers of excellence.
Prime Minister meets with the Vice President of Nigeria on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima Mustapha on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The leaders reviewed India-Nigeria relations and discussed cooperation in trade, defence, energy, and digital technologies. They also exchanged views on global matters and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Strategic Partnership.
Prime Minister chaired the BRICS session on “Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism” (September 12, 2026)
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired a BRICS session on September 12, 2026, during the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, focusing on inclusive global governance and strengthening multilateralism. He emphasized reforming global institutions like the UN Security Council, empowering the Global South, and proposed a Seafarers Emergency Support Network. The session concluded with the adoption of the New Delhi BRICS Leaders' Declaration.
Prime Minister congratulates Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team on retaining Asia Cup
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team for retaining the Asia Cup following an unbeaten campaign. He stated that the team's victory highlights the players' talent and determination.
Prime Minister congratulates Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team on winning Asia Cup
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team for winning the Asia Cup. The team secured the title with an emphatic 4-1 victory in the final match. He praised the achievement as remarkable and noted it reflects the immense talent of the young players.
DAHD Reviews Lumpy Skin Disease Situation in NCT Delhi; Emphasises Coordinated Vaccination and Disease-Control Measures
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying reviewed the Lumpy Skin Disease situation in NCT Delhi with local authorities. The review focused on vaccination coverage, active surveillance, treatment, and preventive measures to keep the sporadic outbreak under control.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will address the inaugural session of Hindi Diwas 2026 and the 6th All India Official Language Conference in Mumbai on Monday, 14 September
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah will address the inaugural session of Hindi Diwas 2026 and the 6th All India Official Language Conference in Mumbai on 14 September. The two-day event, organized by the Department of Official Language, will feature the presentation of 'Rajbhasha Gaurav' and 'Rajbhasha Kirti' Awards for 2025–26, the launch of various publications, and discussions centered on the National Song 'Vande Mataram'.
Dryland Congress 2026 Concludes with Delhi Declaration on Drylands
The three-day Dryland Congress 2026 concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration on Drylands (3D), calling for enhanced South-South and triangular cooperation in dryland agriculture. The event featured discussions on foresight, data systems, and living laboratories, alongside new partnerships and the presentation of the ISSCA Global Awards 2026.
BRICS Backs Expert Group on Traditional Medicine, Calls for Evidence-Based Global Cooperation
The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit has endorsed international cooperation in Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) by welcoming a proposed BRICS Expert Working Group on TCIM. The initiative aims to strengthen health systems, advance evidence-based research on medicinal plants, and promote safe and affordable healthcare.
CAZRI Moth Bean Varieties Demonstrate Remarkable Resilience During El Niño Year
Four moth bean varieties (CAZRI Moth-4, CAZRI Moth-5, CAZRI Moth-6, and CAZRI Moth-7) developed by ICAR-CAZRI have demonstrated remarkable resilience during a 35-day dry spell in the El Niño year of Kharif 2026. Grown in western Rajasthan, these varieties utilized developmental plasticity, early canopy development, and subsurface soil moisture to maintain growth and pod formation despite limited rainfall. Seed production for these varieties is currently underway to meet indents on the Saathi Portal.
Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
The Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections was launched on August 18, 2026, and came into effect on September 1, 2026, to accelerate active domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections in India. The scheme incentivizes City Gas Distribution (CGD) entities by providing additional allocations of cheaper domestically produced APM gas for incremental billed connections beyond a set threshold. This aims to reduce gas sourcing costs, shorten the capital payback period for domestic connections from about ten years to nearly three years, and expand clean household energy coverage.