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Centre Allocates Rs 1,100 Crore for Inland Waterways and Ayush Projects

In a significant move to enhance connectivity and infrastructure in the Northeast region, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced a substantial grant of over Rs 1,100 crore for the development of 25 inland waterways projects. The focus is on expediting crucial...

Government’s ‘Skills on Wheels’ Initiative for Rural Empowerment

In a bid to empower rural communities, the government is set to launch the 'Skills on Wheels' initiative, aiming to deliver skill training directly to the doorsteps of rural individuals, with a particular focus on equipping rural youth, especially women,...

‘Hello Naariyal’ Call Centre Launched By CDB

Introduction In a significant move to support coconut farmers and enhance coconut cultivation practices, the Coconut Development Board (CDB) has recently launched the “Hello Naariyal” Friends of Coconut Trees (FoCT) call centre facility. This initiative aims to provide valuable assistance...

Govt Introduces PM Kisan Bhai To Break Traders’ Monopoly

  The Indian government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, is gearing up to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting small and marginal farmers who face challenges in storing their produce while waiting for optimal market conditions. PMKisan Bhai Scheme...

Government Unveils Financial Incentive for Empowering Divyang Individuals

In a significant move towards fostering economic empowerment and financial inclusion among persons with disabilities, the government has introduced a one percent interest rate rebate for divyang borrowers. This initiative is part of the National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation...

IREDA Launches CSR Portal to Improve Transparency in CSR Initiatives

Introduction In a significant move towards reinforcing transparency and accountability, the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA), operating under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has recently unveiled a dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portal. This portal marks a...

Government Launches ‘Bharat Atta’ Initiative for Affordable Wheat Flour

Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, Piyush Goyal, has launched a significant initiative to provide affordable wheat flour to consumers under the 'Bharat' brand. This initiative aims to offer a cost-effective alternative to the market prices, contribute...

Legal Literacy And Legal Awareness Program (LLLAP) Reaches More Than 6 Lakh People

  The Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Program (LLLAP) under the DISHA scheme, facilitated by the Department of Justice, extends its reach to over 600,000 individuals through the collaborative efforts of 14 implementing agencies. Enshrining Access to Justice in India:...

MoHUA Rolls Out Swachh Diwali Shubh Diwali Signature Campaign

Swachh Diwali Subh Diwali Campaign The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is launching the Swachh Diwali Subh Diwali Campaign from November 6th to 12th 2023, under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 with an objective of celebrating Diwali in an...

COLORS joins forces to support the ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative

COLORS, India’s leading Hindi GEC, today announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Women and Child Development’s ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative, to address the issue of girl child abandonment, through the launch of its new fiction show Doree. Television...