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Delhi Assembly to go paperless from Monsoon Session in July: Speaker
New Delhi, April 17: Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Thursday announced that the Monsoon Session scheduled to be held in July will be conducted in a completely paperless mode.
Delhi Assembly to go paperless from upcoming Monsoon session: Speaker Vijender Gupta
New Delhi, April 17: Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly Vijender Gupta announced on Wednesday that the upcoming Monsoon Session of the Delhi Assembly, scheduled for July, will be conducted entirely paperless.
Himachal Pradesh receives awards for Aadhaar enrolment of children and adoption of Aadhaar-based authentication
Shimla, April 16: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu was presented awards by the Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister (Innovation, Digital Technologies and Governance) Gokul Butail here on Wednesday received for Himachal Pradesh in recognizing its leading position among all the State in achieving the highest Aadhaar enrolment rate for children and fostering technical expertise for the widespread adoption of Aadhaar-based authentication.
Delhi Speaker meets Odisha CM during visit to study paperless legislative process
Bhubaneswar, April 15: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta, along with a team, arrived in Bhubaneswar to learn more about the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) that has helped Odisha Assembly adopt a paperless legislative process, an official said on Tuesday.
India key to global cybersecurity, says Germany's Maria Adebahr
New Delhi, April 12: India's expanding influence in global digital governance and artificial intelligence came into sharp focus at the Carnegie Global Technology Summit, with several international leaders highlighting the country's pivotal role in shaping a safe, inclusive, and innovation-driven cyberspace.
Retirement from government service doesn't mean you are retired as a citizen: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
Guwahati, April 10: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that retirement from government service should not be seen as an end but a transition into a new role as contributors and partners to nation-building.
Government services will now be at fingertips: Kerala govt rolls out K-Smart in panchayats
Thiruvananthapuram, April 10: The Kerala Government on Thursday rolled out K-Smart (Kerala Solutions for Managing Administrative Reformation and Transformation) in panchayats after its successful implementation in corporations and municipalities.
Meghalaya CM launches digital Disaster and Relief Monitoring System
Shillong, April 5: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday officially launched the Disaster and Relief Monitoring System (DRMS), a digital platform aimed at streamlining disaster reporting, relief processing, and fund disbursement in the state.
Haryana Chief Secy launches e-learning portal for employees
Chandigarh, April 3: Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Thursday launched an e-learning portal for the e-office platform, aiming at helping government employees enhance their digital skills and streamline administrative processes.
40 Sri Lankan civil servants study India's digital governance
New Delhi, March 29: Forty senior civil servants from Sri Lanka, including the Chief Secretary, Uva Province, got an insight into India's digital governance - an initiative that enhances transparency, efficiency, and citizen-centric service delivery - as part of a capacity-building programme, an official said on Saturday.
Delhi becomes 28th legislature to join National eVidhan Application Platform
New Delhi, March 23: The Delhi Legislative Assembly has taken a significant step towards digital governance by signing a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA), Government of India and Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) for the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA).
Haryana CM launches AI-powered chatbot 'Sarathi' for enhanced citizen engagement
Chandigarh, March 23: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has launched the state-of-the-art artificial intelligence-powered chatbot 'Sarathi' for the Chief Secretary's office website (http://csharyana.gov.in).
Delhi becomes 28th state to join the national e-Vidhan application platform
New Delhi, March 22: The Delhi Legislative Assembly has taken a significant step towards digital governance by signing a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA), Government of India and Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) for the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA).
Kiren Rijiju slams previous AAP-ruled Delhi Assembly for blocking paperless initiative
New Delhi, March 22: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday trained his guns on the previous AAP-dominated Delhi Assembly for its failure to adopt a Central-government promoted technological tool for paperless work.
Indian Ambassador to UN stresses need for responsible, ethical AI
New York, March 21: India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, has stressed the importance of promoting the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence at the world body and highlighted actions taken by the Government of India to integrate AI for good governance and developmental practices.
Bill Gates will support Maha's digital governance model, Lakhpati Didi project: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 20: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that Microsoft and Gates Foundation will provide support to make Maharashtra a role model in the country in digital governance and right to service, especially when the government has started the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
500 govt services will be available via 'Mana Mitra' by June 30: Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh
Guntur, March 19: Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh has announced that 500 government services will be made available through WhatsApp via Mana Mitra by June 30, as per an official release.
Information related to govt depts to be available soon on CM Dashboard: Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 11: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the information from all government departments will soon be available to the public through the 'CM Dashboard'. This will also include details related to courts, RERA, and law and order.
Delhi Assembly moves towards digital transformation with NeVA implementation
New Delhi, March 7: Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Delhi, Vijender Gupta convened a crucial meeting today with officers from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs to discuss the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) in the Delhi Assembly.
Odisha govt signs pact with Meta to launch WhatsApp chatbot for public services
Bhubaneswar, March 8: The Odisha government in collaboration with Meta, the US-based technology giant, will soon launch a unified WhatsApp Chatbot to ensure seamless access of various government services by the citizens across the state.
ECI provides digital push for continuous capacity building of functionaries at all levels
New Delhi, March 5: The two-day conference of Chief Electoral Officer (CEOs) of all States and Union Territories at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) concluded here in Delhi on Wednesday.
2014-2024 has been a transformative decade, Controller General of Accounts highlights achievement of PFMS platform
New Delhi, March 1: Shyam S Dubey, Controller General of Accounts, on Saturday outlined the success of Public Financial Management System (PFMS) and said that 2014-2024 has been a transformative decade.
Maha Cabinet clears data policy for effective, seamless services
Mumbai, Feb 25: The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday approved the state Data policy which aims to utilise the data collected by various government departments effectively and in a transparent manner during the implementation of schemes and projects. A State Data Authority is being established under the Maharashtra Institution for Transformation (MITRA).
Two MoUs signed with IIT Madras will enhance sustainable audit skill sets: CAG
New Delhi, February 24: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with IIT Madras to enhance sustainable audit skill sets and foster innovation in auditing.
Using modern tools to increase revenue & improve tax collections: Tripura CM
Agartala, Feb 22: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that to increase revenue from various sectors and improve tax collection, modern technologies are being utilised and digital awareness among the taxpayers would be further expanded.
Centre launches digital brand identity manual to standardise e-governance
New Delhi, Feb 19: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has taken a major step towards strengthening India's digital governance with the launch of the Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM).
Digital building permission system launched in Assam
Guwahati, Feb 13: Assam Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Jayanta Mallabaruah, on Thursday, inaugurated the Online Building Permission System (OBPS), a digital platform aimed at streamlining the process of obtaining building permits across the state, officials said.
Guwahati: Assam Minister launches Online Building Permission System
Guwahati, February 13: Assam Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Jayanta Mallabaruah on Thursday ceremonially launched the Online Building Permission System (OBPS) during a programme held in Guwahati. The OBPS will be available in 32 Municipalities across the state.
AI Paris Summit launches platform to address digital divides, discusses impact on energy, job market, governance
Paris, February 12: To realise the key priorities of the AI Summit, founding members of the Summit have launched Public Interest AI Platform and Incubator to bridge gaps between public and private efforts, and reduce digital divides.
All departments in Andhra Pradesh to adopt e-office system by February-end
Amaravati, Feb 11: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday directed that all departments must fully adopt the e-office system by the end of February.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker urges MLAs to embrace paperless system
Jaipur, Feb 3: Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani on Monday urged legislators to actively participate in the paperless system in the House.
MCA21 records 80.26 lakh form filings by firms in 10 months as doing business turns easier
New Delhi, Feb 3: A total of 80.26 lakh forms have been filed on the Centre's MCA21 portal, in the period from April 1, 2024, to Jan 27, 2025, compared to 73.29 lakh forms filed during the corresponding period in the previous year, driving ease of doing business in the country with enhanced digital solutions, the Parliament was informed on Monday.
Centre expands Aadhaar authentication to boost good governance, ease of living
New Delhi, Jan 31: In a bid to help improve transparency and inclusivity in the decision-making process, the Centre on Friday expanded Aadhaar authentication to government and private entities for providing various services in the public interest boosting innovation, knowledge and public service enhancement.
Andhra Pradesh rolls out WhatsApp Governance
Amaravati, Jan 30: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday rolled out WhatsApp Governance, offering 161 services to citizens initially.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls for enhanced efficiency in revenue services
Bengaluru, January 30: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged the state's Revenue Department to build on its progress and further enhance efficiency, ensuring faster and more citizen-friendly services. He commended the department's advancements in digitisation and public service delivery while emphasising the need for continuous improvement to make services more seamless and accessible.
Andhra Pradesh to launch WhatsApp governance tomorrow, offer 161 services initially
Amaravati, Jan 29: Andhra Pradesh will become the first state in the country to launch WhatsApp governance as it will offer 161 online services from January 30 (Thursday).
Government notifies draft rules for 'One Nation, One Time' initiative to synchronize time across India
New Delhi, January 27: The Department of Consumer Affairs, has notified the Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025, for "One Nation, One Time," innitiative to establish synchronized and precise Indian Standard Time (IST) across the country.
Himachal CM launches portal for govt services
Baijnath, Jan 25: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday launched the Him Pariwar Portal, an initiative to provide a centralised platform for accessing documents, government services, and welfare schemes, at a state-level function to mark statehood day.
Centre introduces 'Entity Locker' for smooth business document management
New Delhi, Jan 20: After the success of DigiLocker for citizens, the government on Monday launched 'Entity Locker', a cutting-edge digital platform designed to transform the management and verification of business and organisation documents.
Centre unveils key amendments to streamline local cable operator registration, renewal process
New Delhi, Jan 17: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Friday issued key amendments to the Cable Television Network Rules, 1994 to streamline the local cable operator (LCO) registration process and further ensure ease of doing business.