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Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh Appointed as New Vice Chief of the Army Staff, Brings 38 Years of Operational Expertise

New Delhi — In a major leadership development in the Indian Army, Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh has officially taken over as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff. The decorated officer assumed charge on 31st July 2025, bringing with him nearly four decades of rich operational and strategic experience. Prior to this appointment, Lt Gen Singh…

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Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Meets PM Modi in Delhi, Discusses Key Development Agendas

New Delhi— In a significant political engagement, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Prime Minister’s Office in New Delhi on Friday. The high-level meeting is seen as a crucial step toward strengthening cooperation between the Centre and the Chhattisgarh state government on issues of development, infrastructure, and welfare…

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SBK Singh IPS Assumes Charge as Commissioner of Police, Delhi

New Delhi – Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer SBK Singh today officially assumed charge as the Commissioner of Police, Delhi. The ceremony took place at the Delhi Police Headquarters, marking the beginning of his tenure as the top cop of the national capital. SBK Singh, a 1989-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre, brings with…

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ITBP and Department of Biotechnology Join Hands for Cutting-Edge Biomedical Research

New Delhi- In a major initiative to strengthen biomedical innovation tailored to paramilitary needs, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate collaborative research and advanced training. The agreement was formalized at the ITBP Headquarters in New Delhi…

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Exploring India Sustainably with Heritage Tourism and Eco-Friendly Travel Initiatives

Lifestyle Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com The Ministry of Tourism has reinforced its commitment to sustainable and heritage tourism by implementing several strategic initiatives under the broad framework of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. Recognizing that the development and upkeep of cultural and natural heritage sites primarily rest with State Governments and Union Territory Administrations, the Ministry is playing…

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Government Launches ‘Apna Ghar’ Resting Facilities for Truck Drivers Across Indian Highways

TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com In a major step toward improving the safety, comfort, and welfare of truck drivers across the country, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has launched the ‘Apna Ghar’ initiative. As of July 1, 2025, a total of 368 ‘Apna Ghar’ rest facilities with 4,611 beds have been set up by Public…

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MSDE Concludes Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 with Pledge, Plantation, & Community Engagement Initiatives

TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) successfully observed Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 from July 16 to July 31, 2025, both at its headquarters and across the country through its affiliated offices and autonomous bodies. This fortnight-long drive was held under the directive of the Cabinet Secretariat and coordinated by the Department…

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Delhi Records Cleanest July Air Since 2018: AQI at Best Level, No ‘Severe’ Days in 2025 So Far

New Delhi — In a major milestone for India’s capital city, Delhi recorded its best average air quality index (AQI) in the month of July 2025 since air quality monitoring began in its current format in 2018. With an average AQI of just 78, Delhi’s air quality in July entered the ‘Satisfactory’ category, outperforming even the…

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₹11,169 Cr Green Signal: Cabinet Approves Four Major Railway Multi-Tracking Projects Across Six States

New Delhi, July 31, 2025 — In a significant step towards strengthening India’s railway infrastructure and boosting economic growth, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four major railway multi-tracking projects under the Ministry of Railways. These projects, with a combined estimated cost of ₹11,169 crore, will expand the Indian Railways…

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Amit Shah thanks PM Modi for ₹2000 Cr Grant to NCDC; Big Boost for Cooperatives, Women Empowerment & Rural Employment

New Delhi— Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Union Cabinet approved a ₹2000 crore grant to the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) for the next four years, marking a significant push for India’s rural economy, cooperative sector, and grassroots employment. In a…

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