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DODA, March 29: An awareness camp under the Youth Engagement and Empowerment initiative was held in the village of Shaie Arnora by the Department of Animal Husbandry, in collaboration with the local Kissan Khidmat Ghar.The program involved active participation from both youth and farmers, who...

Belagavi (Karnataka), March 29 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised a farmer in this city for his success in fish farming during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, citing it as an example of how innovation in agriculture can boost incomes and inspire rural youth.The farmer, Raju...

Jaipur, March 29 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma launched a half-marathon here on Sunday and emphasized the importance of physical and mental well-being among youth for building a progressive society.Addressing participants at the event organized at Mahindra World City on the Ajmer...

New Delhi, March 27 The overall unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above in the country declined marginally to 3.1 per cent in January to December 2025, from 3.2 per cent a year ago, according to a government survey released on Friday.The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025...

Samba, March 19: Ayushi Sudan chaired a Block Diwas program in Purmandal, where she listened to public concerns regarding road connectivity, water supply, and basic amenities.She assured prompt resolution and directed departments to take immediate action, emphasizing timely completion and...

REASI, March 16: Reasi Deputy Commissioner, Kumar Abhishek, reviewed the progress of Mission YUVA and land registration digitization in two separate meetings.He assessed the status of loan applications under Mission YUVA and directed officials to ensure timely processing and disbursement. He...

Jaipur, March 16 – As part of the Rajasthan Diwas celebrations, the state government will observe ‘Rajasthan Yuva Shakti Diwas’ on Tuesday, with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma set to launch and dedicate development projects worth Rs 485 crore focused on youth empowerment.This initiative...

Jammu, March 16. Traditional crafts like wall painting, Khadi-based cotton weaving, and Pashmina weaving – which were on the verge of extinction in Jammu and Kashmir – are now re-emerging in new forms and shapes, allowing the local population to fully utilize their skills.Various Central...

New Delhi, March 16 Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Monday that an increasing number of casual workers are entering formal employment, and with economic growth, job opportunities are increasing day by day."Employment is increasing in the country day by day, and...

An awareness program on the PM Vishwakarma Yojana was organized in Kishtwar to educate local artisans and craftsmen about the various benefits and opportunities available under the scheme.The program was conducted by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in collaboration with the...

Jammu, March 11 – In a move to strengthen skill development and promote self-employment among educated unemployed youth, the Employment Department in Jammu and Kashmir has launched a three-month Solar Technician training program, in collaboration with the ITI Rajouri.This initiative, designed...

Gwalior, March 13 – Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav transferred ₹1,836 crore into the bank accounts of over 1.25 crore women, who are beneficiaries of the Ladli Behna Yojana.The Chief Minister transferred the amount through a single click during a ceremonial event – 'Ladli Behna...

Minister for Textiles, Giriraj Singh, stated that the spirit of "Vocal for Local" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" has strengthened the country's handloom sector, and it represents a unique identity of the nation. Responding to supplementary questions in the Rajya Sabha today, Mr. Singh said that under...

Bhopal, March 12: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will transfer the 34th installment of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government's cash benefit scheme, Ladli Behna Yojana, during a ceremonial event in Gwalior on Friday.During a 'Ladli Behna Sammelan' to be held at the Shabari Mata...

Guwahati, March 11 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma participated in a cheque distribution program under the Chief Minister Atmanirbhar Assam Abhiyan (CMAAA) 1.0 at the Khanapara Veterinary Field on Wednesday.The main objective of this program was to make the state's youth financially...

Patna, March 10 – A three-day trade fair is underway in the city, under the ambitious Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana. Around 60 stalls have been set up at the fair, where traditional artisans and beneficiaries of the scheme are displaying and selling their handmade products.The fair is...

March 9, Kohima: The Directorate of Economics and Statistics of Nagaland has revealed that more than half of the state's population participates in the labor force, but a significant proportion of residents still face long-term unemployment and lack technical or vocational training.According...

Gandhinagar, March 9 – More than 2,900 beneficiaries in the Rajkot district received loan assistance under the Shri Vajpayee Bankable Scheme in the past year, the Gujarat government informed the state Assembly on Monday.Responding to a question raised by a member in the Assembly, Minister of...

A three-month solar technician training program has been launched by the Department of Employment, Rajouri, in collaboration with ITI Rajouri, to promote self-employment and skill development among educated, unemployed youth.The course includes training in solar panel manufacturing...

Itanagar, March 9 The Arunachal Pradesh government has taken several initiatives to uplift the Puroik community and integrate them into the mainstream through welfare schemes, vocational training, and educational support. Social Justice, Empowerment and Tribal Affairs (SJETA) Minister Kento Jini...