Governor News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Dr Hedgewar's thoughts of unity more relevant today when secessionist forces are active: Maha Guv
Mumbai, March 22: Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Saturday that the thoughts of unity and integration propounded by RSS Founder Dr K.B.
Chhattisgarh: Governor Ramen Deka meets beneficiaries of PM Awas Yojana in Bemetara
Bemetara (Chhattisgarh), March 22: Chhattisgarh Governor Ramen Deka visited Bemetara district of the state on Saturday, where he met beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and discussed their issues. He visited the village of Chorbhatti, near the district headquarters, and inspected the house of Kekti Bai Sahu, a beneficiary of the scheme.
Govt taking all steps to trace missing Meitei youth in Manipur: Guv Bhalla
Imphal, March 21: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Friday said that the government is making all possible efforts to trace missing youth Luwangthem Mukhesh and reunite him with his family.
Himachal: BJP demands CBI probe into suspicious death of HPPCL chief engineer
Shimla, March 21: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its demand for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the suspicious death of Vimal Negi, Chief Engineer of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).
Punjab has intensified fight against drugs, organised crime: Guv Kataria
Chandigarh, March 21: Reiterating the firm commitment of the Punjab government to wipe out the scourge of drugs, Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Friday said that under the 'Yudh Nasheyan Virudh', a special focus has been to break the economic chain in the entire nexus.
Trainee officers of National Defence College meet Andhra Governor
Vijayawada, March 20: Senior defence service officers from India and foreign countries and senior civil service officers presently undergoing training at the National Defence College, New Delhi, called on Governor of Andhra Pradesh S Abdul Nazeer at Raj Bhavan here on Thursday, said a press statement.
Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai releases 2nd edition of Kunjikkali's Echoes of Liberation
Panaji, March 20: Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai released the second edition of Kunjikkali's Echoes of Liberation at Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan on Thursday.
Trump plans to sign executive order to dismantle Department of Education: Report
Washington, DC, March 20: US President Donald Trump is planning to sign an executive order on Thursday (local time) that aims to eliminate the US Department of Education, delivering on his campaign promise, USA Today reported, citing senior Trump administration officials.
J-K LG Manoj Sinha urges holistic reform in education at Spiritual & Value Education Summit
New Delhi, March 13: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the Spiritual and Value Education Summit in New Delhi, according to the official statement.
Manipur: Imphal West surrenders highest number of weapons after Governor's appeal
By Saurabh Trivedi, New Delhi, March 13: In a significant step towards restoring peace in Manipur, Imphal West has surrendered the highest number of weapons in response to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla's appeal to turn in looted illegal arms.
Naga MLAs in Manipur promise to support govt in restoring peace
Imphal, March 13: Six Naga community MLAs of different political parties on Thursday assured Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla of cooperation at every step to ensure peace and also exuded confidence that the state would definitely return to peace and normalcy under his leadership, officials said.
TN Governor Ravi extends deadline for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 write-up submission to March 22
Chennai, March 12: Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has extended the last date for submissions to the 'Write-up' competition for the participants in the 'Experience sharing of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0-2025'.
Future City to be a transformative step in Telangana's growth: Governor
Hyderabad, March 12: The Future City planned by the Telangana government spanning 765 square kilometres across 56 villages, will be a transformative step in Telangana's urban and industrial growth, said Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Wednesday.
Kerala CM, Governor meet Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi
New Delhi, March 12: Kerala Chief Minsiter Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Wednesday met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at Kerala House in New Delhi.
Guv Ravi urges TN govt to notify search committee for V-C appointment
Chennai, March 11: Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has urged the state government to notify the search committee for appointing the Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, as constituted by the Chancellor.
MP govt to present economic survey, discussion on Governor's address to follow
Bhopal, March 11: The Madhya Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, will present the economic survey in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, the second day of the ongoing budget session. The government will also table the second supplementary budget.
Himachal highly vulnerable to climate change, says Governor in address to Assembly
Shimla, March 10: Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Monday, in his address to the legislative Assembly on the first day of the 16-day Budget session, said being Himalayan region the state is highly vulnerable to climate change.
MP budget session: Governor highlights Rs 30 lakh crore investment proposals, solar pumps to farmers
Bhopal, March 10: The Madhya Pradesh Assembly's budget session began on Monday with Governor Mangubhai Patel's address, highlighting the state government's achievements over the past year and outlining plans.
Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita to be conferred with 'Assam Vaibhav Award': Assam CM Himanta
Guwahati, March 10: Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that his government has decided to confer the 'Assam Vaibhav Award' - highest civilian state award of to Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita.
Arab League, Iraq, Egypt voice concern over Syria's security situation
Cairo/Baghdad, March 9: The Arab League (AL) has been following with great concern the security situation in Syria, the pan-Arab body said in a statement.
Women's participation crucial to achieve Viksit Bharat goal: Maharashtra Governor
Mumbai, March 8: Maharashtra Governor C. P.
Assam Governor congratulates winners of Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize 2024
Guwahati, March 7: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya extended his wishes to the winners of the Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize for the year 2024, including Anjan Sharma for Assamese, Basudeb Das for Bengali, and Uttara Bwiswmuthiary for Bodo, said a statement from Raj Bhavan on Friday.
Manipur: Joint ops by Army, other forces lead to recovery of 114 arms, explosives
Imphal, March 8: The security forces after the expiry of the 15-day deadline to surrender looted and illegally-held arms and ammunition, further stepped up their search operations in 10 of the 16 Manipur districts and recovered 114 weapons, IEDs, grenades, various ammunition and other war-like stores, officials said here on Saturday.
Rajasthan Guv holds security meet, interacts with border village residents
Jaipur, March 8: Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde visited the ancient Shaktipeeth Maa Tanot Rai temple along the India-Pakistan border on Friday, offering prayers for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of the people of the state.
Madhya Pradesh: Budget Session to begin on March 10; CM Mohan Yadav reviews preparations
Bhopal, March 7: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday reviewed the state government's preparation for the Budget Session of the state Assembly set to commence on March 10.
J&K L-G inaugurates Tawi Festival
Jammu, March 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the 3rd edition of the Tawi Festival organised by Hari Tara Charitable Trust (HTCT), at Amar Mahal Palace in Jammu.
Manipur Kuki-Zo apex body urges Governor to further extend time to surrender looted arms
Imphal, March 7: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of Kuki-Zo tribals in Manipur, on Friday urged Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to further extend the time limit to return the looted and illegally held arms and ammunition.
Assam Assembly passes bills allowing Governor to take charge of autonomous councils
Guwahati, March 7: The Assam Legislative Assembly on Thursday passed seven Amendment Bills related to the autonomous councils. These bills allow the Governor of the state to take charge of the autonomous councils if holding elections in these councils becomes impracticable after the term or extended term.
Govt focussed on farmer welfare by procuring all 24 crops at MSP: Haryana Guv
Chandigarh, March 7: Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on Friday said policies of the state government are primarily focussed on the welfare of farmers by procuring all 24 crops at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).
Manipur: Security forces to launch operation to recover remaining looted arms
Imphal, March 6: Responding to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla's appeal, a large number of looted and illegally held arms including many sophisticated weapons have returned to the police on Thursday, the last date of surrendering the arms, officials said.
Security forces conduct flag march in Manipur
Imphal, March 6: Security forces, comprising Central and state, on Thursday evening conducted flag marches in different districts of Manipur ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive of free movement on all roads in Manipur from March 8, officials said.
Bengal Guv calls meeting with VCs of all state universities amid JU ruckus
Kolkata, Mar 6: In wake of the on-going crisis in Kolkata's Jadavpur University (JU) over the March 1 ruckus within the university campus, the West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has convened a meeting with the vice-chancellors of all state-run universities in the state on Friday.
Himachal University students to sign anti-drug pledge
Shimla, March 6: Students seeking admission to Himachal Pradesh University will be required to sign an anti-drug pledge, state Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said at the 35th court meeting of the university on Thursday.
Governor-CM tussle in court not desirable, says Calcutta HC
Kolkata, March 6: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday orally observed a legal tussle between the Governor and the Chief Minister of any state is not desirable.
Manipur: 48 more looted arms including ammunition surrendered to police
Imphal, March 5: Responding to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla's appeal, 48 more looted arms including many sophisticated weapons have returned to the police during the past 24 hours, officials said.
Assam Governor attends 7th convocation of Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University
Guwahati, March 3: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Monday said that Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University is contributing immensely to quality higher education in the state as it is working whole-heartedly in promoting access to higher education for the students belonging to remote areas and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Himachal Cabinet approves Governor's address, CAG report
Shimla, March 3: The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet on Monday in its meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu approved the draft Governor's address to be delivered on the inaugural day of the 8th session of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha on March 10.
Digvijaya Singh writes to MP Guv to seek attention over irregularities in B.Ed, M.Ed
Bhopal, March 3: Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh on Monday wrote a letter to Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel to seek his attention over alleged irregularities in B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) and M.Ed (Master of Education) in the state.
Former MP CM Digvijaya Singh seeks state-level probe into BEd, MEd Colleges scam, writes to Governor
Bhopal, March 3: Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Monday wrote a letter to the Governor of the state, Mangubhai Patel, to draw his attention to a scam in the operation of BEd and MEd colleges in the state and demand an investigation into the matter by a state-level senior officer.
No serious law & order issues, K'taka model being studied by many economists globally: Guv
Bengaluru, March 3: Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot on Monday said no serious law and order problems have arisen in the state in the last 19 months and also praised the handling of the economy and guarantee schemes by the state government. He added that the Karnataka model was being studied by many economists and universities around the world.