Geographical indications (GI) are an essential component of IP rights that protect the distinctive characteristics of products associated with particular geographical areas. India, as a World Trade Organisation (WTO) member, enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods Act in 1999 to safeguard these designations, guaranteeing that goods with specific places or regions remain identifiable and conserved. In addition to providing legal protection, GI tags have a significant cultural and economic impact. They improve their marketability, establish their brand, and boost sales and exports. A registered GI is valid for ten years and can be renewed twice for an additional ten years to emphasize the ongoing value of these local materials.

National Disaster Management Authority, Ministry of Home Affairs celebrates its foundation day every year on 27th September 2023 to underscore its commitment to various disaster management. It captures attention, engages viewers, and encourages citizens to become agents of change by embracing preparedness as an essential part of daily life.

The Department of Women and Child Development was established in the year 1989 with a view to accelerating the development of women and children. For the purpose of empowering women, the full-time Women and Child Development Department was established by the state government in the year 1989 with the objective of bringing women welfare-related programs at the state level.

MyGov announces winner of the ‘Hackathon for Development of MyGov Quiz platform’, hosted on MyGov InnovateIndia page (accessible at: https://innovateindia.mygov.in/quiz-hackathon/) from January 2nd 2023 to January 31st 2023.

The state of Arunachal Pradesh, since the beginning had been abiding by the Court Fee Act, 1870 for all its fees payable to the High Court and Subordinate Courts of Arunachal Pradesh, as per the Assam Court Fees (Amendment) Act, 1972. However, in light of a statement by the Union Law and Justice Ministry in March of 2023, the Court Fee Act, 1870, governed by the Central Govt, is being proposed to be repealed owing to it being a pre-independence and pre-constitution law.

It is clear why the proverb “Health is Wealth” is so important. A healthy population is essential to a country’s progress, and the Arunachal Pradesh administration is aware of this. With these insights, the state has started a quest to improve its healthcare system and services for the welfare of its citizens. Let’s look at the range of extensive projects and steps undertaken by the government of Arunachal Pradesh towards ensuring the well-being and prosperity of its people.

Department of Fertilizers in association with MyGov had organized a quiz contest inviting Documentary/Short Film on Farmers who use Nano Urea and the importance of Nano Urea Technology. The aim of the quiz was to create awareness about Nano Urea amongst the farmers.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act 2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking, and quality certification of goods and for matters connected therewith or incidental to that.

MyGov, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, organised YUVA PRATIBHA – Painting Talent Hunt under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav with an aim to promote Indian culture at the grassroot level on a national scale by identifying and recognizing the new art talent in various painting styles.

We are delighted to announce the winners of the Cyber Reel Competition, held from 30th May 2023 to 4th August 2023. This contest aimed to raise awareness about the importance of cyber safety and promote cyber hygiene to prevent cybercrime.