The Latest Breaking News from Apurva Chandra

Most cases are young males between 18-44 age: Government's advisory on monkeypox

The Indian government has released an advisory on monkeypox infection. Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra has issued the advisory to States/UTs in view of WHO's declaration of Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) related to monkeypox.

The Times of India · Sep 9, 2024

Union Home, health sec meet to enhance safety of doctors

SC August 22 order, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra chaired a meeting including CS and DG of Police from for safety measures. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Aug 28, 2024

Govt. gets ready to include ASHA and anganwadi workers/helpers in its Ayushman Bharat scheme

After the Central government announced its decision to include Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) and Anganwadi workers and helpers into the free cover for health treatment under Ayushman Bharat Scheme, the Health Ministry has so far received Aadhaar details of 23 lakh anganwadi workers and helpers and over three lakh…

The Hindu · Feb 11, 2024

I&B secretary Apurva Chandra takes additional charge of Telecom Department

Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Apurva Chandra has been given additional charge of the Department of Telecommunications

The Hindu · Jul 31, 2023

I&B secretary releases Prasar Bharati's procurement policy

“There was a need to bring in a uniform and well-documented policy guideline and processes in place to ensure that critical works are completed on time”

The Hindu · Jun 16, 2022

TRAI releases guidelines for CAS, SMS testing and certification for broadcasting sector

“The release of the CAS and SMS testing procedures will bring “more transparency” in the entire value chain of the broadcasting sector”

The Hindu · Jun 16, 2022

I&B Secretary inaugurates Media and Entertainment Week at Dubai Expo

Apurva Chandra says India’s media and entertainment industry is projected to reach $100 billion by year 2030

The Hindu · Mar 18, 2022

Centre defends move to amend IAS cadre rule

“Indian Administrative Service officers cannot always remain posted in the States as it does not work well either for the service or the officers”

The Hindu · Jan 22, 2022

Centre orders ban on 35 Pakistan-based YouTube channels

It’s a war of misinformation against the country, says official

The Hindu · Jan 21, 2022