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Bihar’s Mahila Samvad Campaign: Empowering Women Through Dialogue and Awareness

In a significant push towards women’s empowerment, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched the “Mahila Samvad” campaign, a state-wide initiative aimed at connecting women with welfare schemes and amplifying their voices in policy discussions. This transformative campaign particularly targets rural...

Telangana Bhu Bharati Act, 2025: A Major Reform in Land Governance

The Government of Telangana has introduced a landmark reform in land governance through the Telangana Bhu Bharati (Record of Rights) Act, 2025. The Act seeks to correct the loopholes and address the widespread grievances that arose from the earlier Dharani...

Amaravati: World’s First Fully Renewable-Powered City in the Making

In a landmark step towards sustainable urban development, Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, is on track to become the world’s first city powered entirely by renewable energy. Envisioned by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, this ambitious project aligns...

Maharashtra Designates DPS Flamingo Lake as Conservation Reserve

In a significant move for wildlife conservation in urban India, the Maharashtra State Wildlife Board has officially declared DPS Flamingo Lake as a conservation reserve. This landmark designation represents the first time a wetland connected to the Thane Creek Flamingo...

Rongali Bihu: Assam’s Celebration of New Beginnings and Agricultural Prosperity

Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, is being celebrated across Assam in mid-April 2025, marking the Assamese New Year and the beginning of the agricultural season. This vibrant festival is not only a celebration of spring and harvest, but...

Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan Inaugurates 62nd National Maritime Day and Merchant Navy Week

The 62nd National Maritime Day and Merchant Navy Week were officially inaugurated by Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhavan, Mumbai. The event, held on April 5, 2024, aimed to highlight the significance of India's maritime sector in achieving...

Uttarakhand Government Renames 15 Places to Reflect Indian Culture and Heritage

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the renaming of 15 places across Haridwar, Dehradun, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar districts, aiming to align with public sentiment and Indian cultural heritage. The move seeks to honor great historical figures and...

Uttarakhand Government Plans Ganga and Sharda River Corridors to Boost Religious Tourism

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced the development of corridors along the sacred Ganga and Sharda rivers to enhance religious tourism in the state. The initiative aims to improve infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims while preserving the state's...

Meghalaya Inaugurates First Scientific Coal Mining Block: A Historic Milestone

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the state's first scientific coal mining block, "Saryngkham-A", at Byndihati in East Jaintia Hills. This marks a significant shift from the traditional rat-hole mining, which was banned by the National Green Tribunal (NGT)...

Telangana Government Unveils ₹3.04 Lakh Crore Budget for 2025-26: Focus on Welfare and Development

The Telangana Government has presented its most ambitious budget to date, crossing the ₹3 lakh crore mark for the first time since the state's formation. The budget, which amounts to ₹3.04 lakh crore, reflects the government’s commitment to welfare programs,...