Agartala, Feb 19 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday underlined the importance of promoting the Hindi language alongside local languages, saying it (Hindi) plays a vital role in communication and national unity. The Chief Minister said that as part of efforts to strengthen Hindi while respecting linguistic diversity, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has chosen Agartala to host the Joint Regional Official Language Conference (Rajbhasha Sammelan) of the Northern, Eastern, and Nor…
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Aizawl, Feb 10 (IANS) Mizoram Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd) on Tuesday said that the state possesses a rich cultural heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, strong agro-based potential and vibrant creative industries, noting that there are immense untapped opportunities that can be harnessed through concerted efforts. The Governor on Tuesday inaugurated the ‘LESDE Kût 2026 – Accelerating Innovation, Empowering Entrepreneurs’. The five-day event, organised by the Labour, Employme…
Gwalior, Feb 2 (IANS) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said on Monday that the Budget for financial year 2026-27 fulfills the aspirations of the people and takes decisive steps towards realising the national resolve of a developed India (‘Viksit Bharat’) at the grassroots level. Scindia, who is a BJP MP from Madhya Pradesh’s Guna, made this statement while addressing a press conference during a visit to Ashok Nagar (under Gwalior di…
Patna, Feb 1 (IANS) After the presentation of the Union Budget in Parliament, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar welcomed the budget, describing it as progressive, forward-looking, and beneficial for Bihar’s long-term development. In a post on his official X handle, the Chief Minister said, “The Union Budget is positive and welcome. This budget, presented by the central government, keeps in mind the goals of building a developed India. It is progressive and forward-looking, and through it, se…
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on Thursday, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and discussed the state’s development progress, future growth roadmap and key areas requiring continued support from the Centre. During the meeting, Chief Minister Sangma thanked Prime Minister Modi for granting time and, on behalf of the people of Meghalaya, expressed heartfelt gratitude for his warm wishes on the occasion of Meghalaya Statehood Day. Chief Minister Sang…
New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday shared a glimpse of a special invitation, handcrafted by artisans from the North Eastern states, for guests invited to the ‘At Home’ event being hosted by her on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.President Murmu shared a short film on the invitation kit on her social media handle, and wrote: “Here’s a glimpse of the specially designed ‘At Home’ invitation that has been sent from the President of India to the guests for the 77th Repu…
New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) NITI Aayog on Thursday released a detailed blueprint to improve outcomes for the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by streamlining scheme implementation, strengthening inter-ministerial coordination, and enhancing the delivery of financial, skill, marketing, and innovation support.The report, titled ‘Achieving Efficiencies in MSME Sector through Convergence of Schemes’, outlines a strategic roadmap to strengthen the effectiveness of government support for M…
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Jyotiraditya Scindia, Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, on Wednesday held discussions on drawing up a strategy for strengthening the agri-horti ecosystem of the North Eastern states to enhance the incomes of farmers.The minister participated in the high-level task force meeting on agriculture and horticulture, convened by Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang in the national capital. The Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, Agriculture Ministers of Assam,…