Government Of India

GoI launches new FloodWatch app, users to get real-time flood updates through interactive maps

The CWC or Central Water Commission has launched a new app called FloodWatch. The purpose of this app is to provide real-time flood information and forecasts for up to 7 days to the general public

Adopting a specific sport between private and public sector participants will help sports development in India

Y20 Roundtable organised by FICCI and Manav Rachna brought together industry leaders to discuss better public private partnerships in the Sports Sector.

Centre asks IAS, IPS, IFS officers to inform it about their stock market related transactions

This intimation is in addition to similar information that needs to be shared by them under Rule 16 (4) of AIS or All India Services (Conduct) Rules, 1968

Jetpacks, robot mules, drones: How Indian Army is set to go hi-tech

The ministry of defence has decided to procure a slew of hi-tech weapons with an eye on increasing its advantage in combat. Experts say India is in a serious weapons race with its neighbours

Explained: Why the Centre hasn't moved forward on the Naga Peace Accord

While Naga National Political Groups have agreed to accept a solution and continue the dialogue, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isac-Muivah) has been rigid in its demand for a separate flag and constitution for the Nagas

Explained: What is Tele-MANAS, India’s 24×7 mental health service?

Centre’s Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States (Tele-MANAS) aims to make mental health assistance available round the clock, especially for people in remote or under-served areas

How Indian Army’s 11 Gorkha Rifles regiment has made history with new CDS Lt General Anil Chauhan

Lt General Anil Chauhan and his predecessor Late General Bipin Rawat both come from the 11 Gorkha Rifles. Called 'Bravest of the Brave', this regiment has played a significant role in the 1971 Bangladesh War and the 1999 Kargil War

Why Lt Gen Anil Chauhan is an excellent choice for CDS as India's military challenges mount

General Chauhan is no doubt faced with major tasks the first being to push forward and give impetus to the plans for the reorganisation of the Armed Forces into Integrated Theatre Commands among other measures to bring in synergy and efficiency

Explained: Why Lt General Anil Chauhan is a good pick for the role of India’s CDS

After 40 years of service, the new Chief of Defence Staff, Lt General Anil Chauhan, is considered an expert on counter-insurgency operations. He had multiple tenures in the Eastern Command, giving him a unique perspective on China

Who is the new CDS Lt General Anil Chauhan? What role will he play?

As new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lt General Anil Chauhan’s task will be to get the army, navy and air force to collaborate rather than work in their silos. He will also, as head of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA), be the main military adviser to the defence minister