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Source: Government of India

DARPG organized the 5th  National Workshop on “Sevottam and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances”, at the Institute of Management in Government (IMG), Kerala.

More than 100officials from ATIs and State Governments participated in the workshop held on 25th April, 2025 at the Institute of Management in Government (IMG), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Workshop formulated the roadmap forward for Capacity Building and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances in line with the directions of the Prime Minister

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 4:05PM by PIB Delhi

In line with the Prime Minister’s emphasis on effective grievance resolution as a cornerstone of transparent and accountable governance, the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) organized the5^thNational Workshop on “Sevottam and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances” on April 25th, 2025, at the Institute of Management in Government (IMG), Kerala.

The Workshop commencedin the presence of Shri K. Jayakumar, Director, Institute of Management in Government (IMG), Shri V Srinivas, Secretary, DARPG , Jaya Dubey, Joint Secretary, DARPG and other participants from various State Government ATIs and AR Departments.  The inaugural session featured a keynote presentation by Shri V. Srinivas, Secretary, DARPG, which outlined key reforms in grievance redressal including multilingual support via Bhashini, advanced CPGRAMS features, and strengthened monitoring, aimed at enhancing citizen satisfaction. 18 Speakers from Government of Kerala, Government of India, non-profit foundations and technological organisations apart from NIC and NeGD attended the event.

The workshop unfolded across five sessions, each featuring practitioner oriented presentations regarding best practices in public grievances, use of technology tools and role of non-profit organisations in grievance redressal. Separate sessions were held by the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCII) who in their role as knowledge partner of which were supposed to suggest model capacity building modules for ATIs. Certain draft Sevottam rules were also opened for discussion with various State Governments by Professor Nirmalaya Bagchi of ASCII. Shri Chakravarthy T. Kannan, Secretary General, Quality Council of India, shared insights on the evolving categorization framework in CPGRAMS and its impact in simplifying grievance filing – making the process more intuitive, accessible, and citizen-centric.Centre for Good Governance, Hyderabad released their draft model for ranking of State Governments on Grievance Redressal. Suggestion on both the above points wererequested from all State ATIs and State Governments. Representatives of Government of Kerala includedSmt. Anu Kumari, District Collector Trivandrum, Smt. Veena Madhavan, Special Secretary Administrative Reforms, and Shri Sreeram Sambasiva Rao, Special Secretary, IT. Shri Amitabh Nag, CEO Bhashini, Shri K Krishnakumar, CTO, e-Gov Foundation, Shri Varun Hemachandran Team Lead Agami and Shri Nisheeth Srivastava, Professor, IIT Kanpur also spoke in the event. Key areas of focus included policy reforms, best practices, capacity building, and innovative solutions aimed at enhancing service delivery and boosting citizen satisfaction.

Under this Sevottam Scheme, DARPG provides financial support to State ATIs/CTIs for setting up Sevottam Training Cells. Over the past three financial years (2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25), as part of Sevottam, 756 training courses have been conducted, training 24,942 officers from various State Governments. In the past financial year 2 National Workshops on “Effective Redressal of Public Grievances” on November 18, 2024, in New Delhi and February 20, 2025, in Bhopal, with participation from Central Ministries, State Governments, and State Administrative Training Institutes (ATIs) were already conducted. The National workshop served as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration, bringing together diverse stakeholders to deliberate on best practices, innovative strategies, and key reforms in grievance redressal.

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Jointly organised by the Art Promotion Office under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) and the Shenzhen Fringe Art Center, the first thematic exhibition “Ink Impressions and Silk Inspirations” of the “Ink Art Ensembles” exhibition series in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) is currently on display at the Guangming Culture and Art Center, Shenzhen. The exhibition features ink art works by Hong Kong artist Raymond Fung, and fashion creations by Shenzhen-based artist Xing Lili using traditional silk fabric xiangyun sha, initiating a cross-media and trans-regional artistic dialogue. The exhibition runs until June 9 with free admission.

The Art Promotion Office and the Shenzhen Fringe Art Center jointly organised the “Ink Art Ensembles” exhibition series in the GBA from 2024. Guest curated by Hong Ko and Eric Zhu, the series features five exhibitions in four cities, namely Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Foshan and Dongguan in the GBA. The series focuses on ink art as the subject or primary creative medium of the Hong Kong artists, while other GBA artists respond through diverse creative forms with the aim to create a platform for in depth artistic dialogues and to highlight contemporary artistic experimentation and innovation.

Source: Government of India

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 4:02PM by PIB Delhi

The following Recruitment Results have been finalized by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of March 2025. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post. Applications of other candidates were duly considered but regretted that it has not been possible to call them for interview/recommend them for the post.

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India’s Index of industrial production records growth of 3% in March 2025

Quick Estimate of Index of Industrial Production and Use-Based Index for the Month of March 2025

(BASE 2011-12=100)

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 4:00PM by PIB Delhi

As per the revised calendar, the Quick Estimate of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) will now be released on 28^th of every month (or next working day if 28^th is a holiday). The index is compiled with data received from source agencies, which in turn receive the data from the producing factories/ establishments. These Quick Estimates will undergo revision in subsequent releases as per the revision policy of IIP.

2.        Key Highlights:

1.  The IIP growth rate for the month of March 2025 is 3.0 percent which was 2.9 percent (Quick Estimate) in the month of February 2025.
2.  The growth rates of the three sectors, Mining, Manufacturing and Electricity for the month of March 2025 are 0.4 percent, 3.0 percent and 6.3 percent respectively.
3.  The Quick Estimates of IIP stands at 164.8 against 160.0 in March 2024. The Indices of Industrial Production for the Mining, Manufacturing and Electricity sectors for the month of March 2025 stand at 156.8, 160.9 and 217.1 respectively.
4.  Within the manufacturing sector, 13 out of 23 industry groups at NIC 2 digit-level have recorded a positive growth in March 2025 over March 2024. The top three positive contributors for the month of March 2025 are – “Manufacture of basic metals” (6.9%), “Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers” (10.3%) and “Manufacture of electrical equipment” (15.7%).
5.  In the industry group “Manufacture of basic metals”, item groups “Flat products of Alloy Steel “, “Pipes and tubes of Steel”, “Bars and Rods of Mild steel” have shown significant contribution in growth.
6. In the industry group “Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers”, item groups “Auto components/ spares and accessories”, “Axle”, “Bodies of trucks, lorries and trailers” have shown significant contribution in growth.
7. In the industry group “Manufacture of electrical equipment” item groups “Electric heaters”, “Transformers (Small)”, “End facing connector for optical fibres and cables” have shown significant contribution in growth.
8.  As per the use base classification, the indices stand at 168.2 for Primary Goods, 134.8 for Capital Goods, 173.1 for Intermediate Goods and 212.3 for Infrastructure/ Construction Goods for the month of March 2025. Further, the indices for Consumer durables and Consumer non-durables stand at 138.5 and 147.9 respectively.
9.  The corresponding growth rates of IIP as per Use-based classification in March 2025 over March 2024 are 3.1 percent in Primary goods, 2.4 percent in Capital goods, 2.3 percent in Intermediate goods, 8.8 percent in Infrastructure/ Construction Goods, 6.6 percent in Consumer durables and (-)4.7 percent in Consumer non-durables (Statement III).  Based on use-based classification, top three positive contributors to the growth of IIP for the month of March 2025 are – Infrastructure/ construction goods, Primary goods, Consumer durables.
10.   Monthly Indices and Growth Rate (in %) of IIP for the last 13 months

 

3.       Along with the Quick Estimate of IIP for the month of March 2025, the indices for December 2024, January 2025 and February 2025 have undergone final revision in the light of the updated data received from the source agencies. The Quick Estimate for March 2025, has been compiled at weighted response rate of 88 percent, whereas the weighted response rate for December 2024, January 2025 and February 2025 were 95 percent, 94 percent and 94 percent respectively.

4.     Details of Quick Estimates of the Index of Industrial Production for the month of March 2025 at Sectoral, 2-digit level of National Industrial Classification (NIC-2008) and by Use-based classification are given at Statements I, II and III respectively. Also, for users to appreciate the changes in the industrial sector, Statement IV provides month-wise indices for the last 13 months, by industry groups (as per 2-digit level of NIC-2008) and sectors.

5.     Release of the Index for April 2025 will be on Wednesday, 28^th May 2025.

 

 

Note: –

1. This Press release (English and Hindi Version) is also available at the Ministry’s Website –http://www.mospi.gov.in.
2. Detailed information pertaining to IIP is available at https://mospi.gov.in/iip and https://esankhyiki.mospi.gov.in/

 

STATEMENT I: INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION – SECTORAL
(Base: 2011-12=100)
Month	Mining		Manufacturing		Electricity		General
	(14.372472)		(77.63321)		(7.994318)		(100)
	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25
Apr	122.6	130.9	138.8	144.6	192.3	212.0	140.7	148.0
May	128.1	136.5	143.1	150.4	201.6	229.3	145.6	154.7
Jun	122.3	134.9	141.6	146.6	205.2	222.8	143.9	151.0
Jul	111.9	116.1	142.1	148.8	204.0	220.2	142.7	149.8
Aug	111.9	107.1	144.4	146.1	220.5	212.3	145.8	145.8
Sep	111.5	111.7	141.5	147.2	205.9	206.9	142.3	146.9
Oct	127.4	128.5	142.1	148.4	203.8	207.8	144.9	150.3
Nov	131.3	133.8	139.3	147.0	176.3	184.1	141.1	148.1
Dec	139.5	143.2	151.6	157.2	181.6	192.8	152.3	158.0
Jan	144.3	150.7	150.8	159.5	197.1	201.9	153.6	161.6
Feb	139.7	141.9	144.4	148.4	187.2	194.0	147.1	151.1
Mar*	156.2	156.8	156.2	160.9	204.2	217.1	160.0	164.8
Average
Apr-Mar	128.9	132.7	144.7	150.4	198.3	208.4	146.7	152.5
Growth over the corresponding period of previous year
Feb	8.1	1.6	4.9	2.8	7.6	3.6	5.6	2.7
Mar*	1.3	0.4	5.9	3.0	8.6	6.3	5.5	3.0
Apr-Mar	7.5	2.9	5.5	3.9	7.1	5.1	5.9	4.0
* Figures for March 2025 are Quick Estimates.
NOTE : Indices for the months of Dec’24, Jan’25 and Feb’25 incorporate updated production data.

 

STATEMENT II:  INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION – (2-DIGIT LEVEL)
(Base: 2011-12=100)
Industry	Description	Weight	Index		Cumulative Index		Percentage growth
code			Mar’24	Mar’25*	Apr-Mar*		Mar’25*	Apr-Mar*
					2023-24	2024-25		2024-25
10	Manufacture of food products	5.302	142.4	131.0	134.5	130.9	-8.0	-2.7
11	Manufacture of beverages	1.035	124.2	128.0	110.9	114.1	3.1	2.9
12	Manufacture of tobacco products	0.798	78.3	96.6	81.1	84.5	23.4	4.2
13	Manufacture of textiles	3.291	106.9	112.1	107.6	109.2	4.9	1.5
14	Manufacture of wearing apparel	1.322	143.0	144.8	109.9	116.7	1.3	6.2
15	Manufacture of leather and related products	0.502	95.9	87.8	95.0	91.6	-8.4	-3.6
16	Manufacture of wood and products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials	0.193	111.4	116.9	98.3	103.9	4.9	5.7
17	Manufacture of paper and paper products	0.872	83.0	77.9	79.4	78.3	-6.1	-1.4
18	Printing and reproduction of recorded media	0.680	91.6	80.9	89.3	83.8	-11.7	-6.2
19	Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products	11.775	142.4	145.3	133.0	137.3	2.0	3.2
20	Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products	7.873	132.3	129.0	127.4	129.3	-2.5	1.5
21	Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products	4.981	228.0	217.5	233.6	230.9	-4.6	-1.2
22	Manufacture of rubber and plastics products	2.422	116.3	117.9	109.1	113.7	1.4	4.2
23	Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products	4.085	165.4	179.4	144.1	150.5	8.5	4.4
24	Manufacture of basic metals	12.804	232.1	248.0	214.1	228.0	6.9	6.5
25	Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment	2.655	115.0	108.9	92.4	98.0	-5.3	6.1
26	Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products	1.570	134.7	163.6	121.7	132.9	21.5	9.2
27	Manufacture of electrical equipment	2.998	124.7	144.3	106.7	130.5	15.7	22.3
28	Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.	4.765	145.4	157.1	121.0	125.1	8.0	3.4
29	Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers	4.857	130.5	143.9	127.8	133.6	10.3	4.5
30	Manufacture of other transport equipment	1.776	175.7	165.6	144.7	161.4	-5.7	11.5
31	Manufacture of furniture	0.131	296.4	237.8	192.9	225.1	-19.8	16.7
32	Other manufacturing	0.941	90.0	88.0	85.3	81.3	-2.2	-4.7
05	Mining	14.372	156.2	156.8	128.9	132.7	0.4	2.9
10-32	Manufacturing	77.633	156.2	160.9	144.7	150.4	3.0	3.9
35	Electricity	7.994	204.2	217.1	198.3	208.4	6.3	5.1
	General Index	100.00	160.0	164.8	146.7	152.5	3.0	4.0
* Figures for March 2025 are Quick Estimates.

 

STATEMENT III: INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION – USE-BASED
(Base :2011-12=100)
	Primary goods		Capital goods		Intermediate goods		Infrastructure/ construction goods		Consumer durables		Consumer non-durables
Month	(34.048612)		(8.223043)		(17.221487)		(12.338363)		(12.839296)		(15.329199)
	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25	2023-24	2024-25
Apr	142.2	152.2	92.4	95.0	152.0	157.8	169.8	184.2	108.1	119.5	154.7	150.9
May	149.9	160.9	102.6	105.3	156.9	162.4	173.2	186.3	115.6	130.2	149.8	154.0
Jun	146.7	156.0	107.4	111.3	154.2	159.1	170.9	184.9	116.8	127.1	146.7	145.2
Jul	141.8	150.1	102.1	114.0	153.8	164.6	170.3	179.7	117.0	126.6	153.5	147.1
Aug	145.4	141.6	107.4	107.4	157.4	162.3	176.8	181.5	123.2	129.8	148.3	141.8
Sep	138.8	141.3	112.6	116.5	154.2	160.8	172.8	178.8	125.0	132.9	142.6	145.7
Oct	146.1	149.8	106.1	109.2	157.5	165.0	175.9	184.2	123.0	129.8	142.4	146.4
Nov	143.8	147.7	98.0	106.7	151.3	158.5	164.2	177.3	106.5	121.5	157.2	158.1
Dec	151.9	157.7	103.8	114.7	159.8	170.1	180.3	195.4	114.5	123.8	179.7	166.9
Jan	154.3	162.8	108.3	119.3	163.8	172.5	186.6	200.2	121.4	130.0	164.9	165.1
Feb	148.2	152.3	106.7	115.4	157.6	159.1	179.5	191.7	121.9	126.4	149.9	146.7
Mar*	163.1	168.2	131.6	134.8	169.2	173.1	195.2	212.3	129.9	138.5	155.2	147.9
Average
Apr-Mar	147.7	153.4	106.6	112.5	157.3	163.8	176.3	188.0	118.6	128.0	153.7	151.3
Growth over the corresponding period of previous year
Feb	5.9	2.8	1.7	8.2	8.6	1.0	8.3	6.8	12.6	3.7	-3.2	-2.1
Mar*	3.0	3.1	7.0	2.4	6.1	2.3	7.4	8.8	9.5	6.6	5.2	-4.7
Apr-Mar	6.1	3.9	6.3	5.5	5.3	4.1	9.7	6.6	3.6	7.9	4.1	-1.6
* Figures for March 2025 are Quick Estimates.
NOTE: Indices for the months of Dec’24, Jan’25 and Feb’25 incorporate updated production data.

 

STATEMENT IV:  MONTHLY INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION – (2-DIGIT LEVEL)
(Base: 2011-12=100)
Industry code	Description	Weight	Mar-24	Apr-24	May-24	Jun-24	Jul-24	Aug-24	Sep-24	Oct-24	Nov-24	Dec-24	Jan-25	Feb-25	Mar-25
10	Manufacture of food products	5.3025	142.4	119.8	116.4	118.3	119.9	122.3	120.5	130.5	136.5	154.2	159.2	142.7	131.0
11	Manufacture of beverages	1.0354	124.2	123.8	136.4	125.2	112.9	100.3	101.8	102.7	99.4	104.2	117.1	116.9	128.0
12	Manufacture of tobacco products	0.7985	78.3	61.1	88.1	83.2	81.3	78.5	91.2	92.3	80.3	88.2	96.9	76.3	96.6
13	Manufacture of textiles	3.2913	106.9	105.3	107.0	106.2	109.1	109.4	109.3	111.1	106.2	114.2	113.7	106.7	112.1
14	Manufacture of wearing apparel	1.3225	143.0	105.1	123.6	122.6	111.7	112.5	103.7	104.0	110.3	119.1	121.1	121.4	144.8
15	Manufacture of leather and related products	0.5021	95.9	89.3	102.6	99.2	102.0	94.3	89.5	87.0	76.3	89.2	93.8	88.1	87.8
16	Manufacture of wood and products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials	0.1930	111.4	84.3	100.3	103.8	99.1	108.1	106.7	103.2	98.2	115.0	104.4	106.8	116.9
17	Manufacture of paper and paper products	0.8724	83.0	75.6	81.0	79.8	81.7	83.0	81.2	78.3	75.0	76.9	76.7	72.2	77.9
18	Printing and reproduction of recorded media	0.6798	91.6	82.1	91.9	85.3	84.4	83.3	84.7	78.0	82.6	89.9	83.3	78.9	80.9
19	Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products	11.7749	142.4	135.4	140.7	132.2	140.9	130.8	128.8	132.8	135.6	147.4	146.3	131.8	145.3
20	Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products	7.8730	132.3	127.0	133.2	131.7	135.2	129.5	129.4	129.4	123.2	131.0	130.7	121.9	129.0
21	Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products	4.9810	228.0	244.4	245.0	218.8	224.7	212.6	222.9	216.9	251.4	259.1	246.1	211.8	217.5
22	Manufacture of rubber and plastics products	2.4222	116.3	108.9	112.4	114.5	116.9	115.5	117.6	116.6	103.6	107.0	118.7	114.6	117.9
23	Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products	4.0853	165.4	148.7	149.1	154.1	136.3	139.8	137.6	144.3	136.7	157.7	162.3	159.8	179.4
24	Manufacture of basic metals	12.8043	232.1	220.7	225.9	219.2	223.7	225.6	219.7	228.2	222.0	236.8	242.2	224.3	248.0
25	Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment	2.6549	115.0	85.0	97.8	89.5	93.7	92.8	99.5	100.2	95.2	107.4	104.0	102.2	108.9
26	Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products	1.5704	134.7	114.2	136.5	134.8	130.9	146.6	146.7	124.2	115.9	115.1	126.0	139.9	163.6
27	Manufacture of electrical equipment	2.9983	124.7	110.4	122.7	136.8	131.8	127.7	128.1	125.9	121.1	163.9	131.4	122.1	144.3
28	Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.	4.7653	145.4	108.0	118.1	125.3	126.2	122.9	131.7	120.2	117.7	127.5	121.7	124.4	157.1
29	Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers	4.8573	130.5	126.5	134.4	128.9	133.5	129.2	132.6	133.4	134.4	116.0	148.3	142.0	143.9
30	Manufacture of other transport equipment	1.7763	175.7	140.3	153.2	153.4	155.0	156.4	189.0	184.5	159.4	142.2	180.0	157.8	165.6
31	Manufacture of furniture	0.1311	296.4	220.8	246.0	217.0	209.2	226.2	246.6	211.4	201.7	239.0	212.1	233.8	237.8
32	Other manufacturing	0.9415	90.0	96.5	72.5	74.6	83.3	86.9	99.5	91.8	57.0	77.9	76.6	71.5	88.0
5	Mining	14.3725	156.2	130.9	136.5	134.9	116.1	107.1	111.7	128.5	133.8	143.2	150.7	141.9	156.8
10-32	Manufacturing	77.6332	156.2	144.6	150.4	146.6	148.8	146.1	147.2	148.4	147.0	157.2	159.5	148.4	160.9
35	Electricity	7.9943	204.2	212.0	229.3	222.8	220.2	212.3	206.9	207.8	184.1	192.8	201.9	194.0	217.1
	General Index	100	160.0	148.0	154.7	151.0	149.8	145.8	146.9	150.3	148.1	158.0	161.6	151.1	164.8
Note: The figures for March 2025 are provisional

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Source: Government of India

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 3:53PM by PIB Delhi

The Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy. It includes Training, Simulator, Associated Equipment, Weapons and Performance-Based Logistics. It also includes additional equipment for the existing Rafale fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF).

The IGA has been signed by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of Armed Forces of France Mr Sebastien Lecornu. The signed copies of the agreement, aircraft package supply protocol and weapons package supply protocol were exchanged by Indian and French officials in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi on April 28, 2025.

 

 

In line with the Government’s thrust on Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the agreement includes Transfer of Technology for integration of indigenous weapons in India. It also includes setting up of production facility for Rafale Fuselage as well as Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facilities for aircraft engine, sensors and weapons in India. The deal is expected to generate thousands of jobs and revenue for a large number of MSMEs in setting up, production and running of these facilities.

Manufactured by France’s Dassault Aviation, the Rafale-Marine is a carrier-borne combat-ready aircraft with proven operational capabilities in maritime environment. The delivery of these aircraft would be completed by 2030, with the crew undergoing training in France and India.

Rafale-Marine has commonality with the Rafale being operated by IAF. Its procurement will substantially enhance joint operational capability, besides optimising training and logistics for the aircraft for both Indian Navy and IAF. The induction would lead to the addition of a potent force multiplier to the Indian Navy’s aircraft carriers, substantially boosting the nation’s air power at sea.

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Source: Government of India

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 9:46PM by PIB Delhi

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today, attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I where the Padma Awards were presented.”Outstanding individuals from all walks of life were honoured for their service and achievements”, Shri Modi said.

The Prime Minister posted on X :
 
“Attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I where the Padma Awards were presented. Outstanding individuals from all walks of life were honoured for their service and achievements.”

 

 

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Source: Government of India

IEPFA Signs MoU with Kotak Mahindra Bank to Enhance Investor Education through Digital outreach

MoU strengthens Strategic Partnership to step up Investor Awareness 

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 8:25PM by PIB Delhi

 In a significant move to enhance investor education and protection, the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (KMBL), one of India’s premier financial institutions. This strategic partnership aims to amplify the dissemination of critical investor awareness messages through Kotak Mahindra Bank’s extensive physical and digital network across the country.

The collaboration will see IEPFA’s curated investor education content being prominently featured on Kotak Mahindra Bank’s ATMs, kiosks, websites, mobile apps and social media platforms. Digital banners, short films, and educational videos produced by IEPFA will be showcased to raise awareness on responsible investing, financial fraud prevention, and the protection of investor’s rights.

This initiative is designed to be rolled out during the current financial year 2025-2026, with no financial obligation on IEPFA. The partnership leverages Kotak Mahindra Bank’s widespread domestic presence of 2000+ branches and 3000+ ATMs, ensuring impactful outreach to diverse segments of the population.

Under the leadership of Smt. Anita Shah Akella, CEO of the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) and Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, IEPFA continues to drive innovative collaborations for financial empowerment. Smt. Samiksha Lamba, Deputy General Manager, IEPFA, and Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Senior Vice President and Head at Kotak Mahindra Bank, exchanged the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reinforcing trust in our financial ecosystem.

Since its inception, the IEPFA has conducted several Investor Awareness Programmes aimed at increasing financial literacy and empowering investors to protect themselves from financial fraud.

About IEPFA

The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority, established under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, safeguards investor interests by promoting financial literacy and protecting investor rights.

About Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, one of India’s premier financial institutions, serves millions of customers through its extensive network of over 2,000 branches and 3,000 ATMs, offering innovative banking and financial solutions.

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Source: Government of India

Book Launch and Panel Discussion

Ramanujan: Journey of a Great Mathematician

Posted On: 28 APR 2025 8:24PM by PIB Delhi

National Archives of India is going to launch book titled Ramanujan: Journey of a Great Mathematician. The book launch will be followed by a panel discussion on ‘Legacy of Ramanujan’ on 30th April 2025 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, in New Delhi.

The book is a compelling historical account that delves into the life and contributions of Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of India’s most extraordinary mathematical geniuses. The book meticulously documents Ramanujan’s journey, from his humble beginnings in Erode, Tamil Nadu, to his groundbreaking work in number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions. It highlights how Ramanujan, despite lacking formal training, produced theorems and results that continue to astonish mathematicians worldwide.

The book stands out for its use of original documents, offering readers an authentic glimpse into Ramanujan’s life. These include letters exchanged between Ramanujan and prominent figures like G.H. Hardy, who played a pivotal role in bringing Ramanujan’s work to the global stage. Hardy, along with other mentors like J.E. Littlewood and Indian supporters such as Ram Chandra Rao, recognized Ramanujan’s unparalleled talent and helped him gain recognition. The book also sheds light on the personal struggles and triumphs of Ramanujan, emphasizing the support of his wife, Janaki, and his parents, who stood by him through his journey.

Ramanujan’s story is not just about mathematical brilliance but also about perseverance, passion, and the power of mentorship. This book serves as a tribute to his legacy, inspiring future generations to explore the beauty of mathematics and the human spirit behind it.

The National Archives of India has been awarded ISO Certification and is launching Abhilekh Patal version 3.0 on 30^th April 2025.

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