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April 11, New Delhi — India generates nearly 7.8 million metric tonnes of post-consumer textile waste annually, highlighting the scale of fabric use across households and industries. With increasing focus on the circular economy and resource efficiency, municipalities are exploring solutions to...

Jaipur, April 10 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Friday said that women will play a key role in achieving the goal of a 'Developed India', and asserted that the Nari Shakti Vandan Act will enhance their participation in politics.Addressing the 'Nari Shakti Vandan' programme at the...

Bhopal, April 10 – The Madhya Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, will observe a "Nari Shakti Vandan" fortnight across the state from April 10 to April 25 to raise awareness about the Women's Reservation Act, also known as the "Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam."The event will...

Amaravati, April 9 Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh on Thursday directed officials to draft a comprehensive law to regulate access to social media for children below 13 years of age.The minister chaired a Group of Ministers (GoM) meeting with senior officials and representatives of major...

In Jammu and Kashmir, as a significant step towards promoting inclusive growth and community empowerment, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has incorporated more than 13 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) for the supply of essential religious materials used in Prasad, including raksha sutra...

New Delhi, April 8 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) reflects an economic ethos where opportunities are accessible, initiatives are encouraged, and every dream is given the support to grow.Speaking on the social media platform ‘X’...

Hyderabad, April 7 In a move aimed at improving cancer care in the state, Telangana Health Minister C Damodar Rajanarasimha announced on Tuesday that cancer would be classified as a notifiable disease and launched a cancer registry.Expressing concern that approximately 55,000 to 60,000 new...

Bhopal, April 6 – Ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, the Madhya Pradesh government has intensified efforts to prevent child marriages, issuing detailed directives for strict vigilance during mass marriage ceremonies scheduled for April 20.The Madhya Pradesh Department of Women and Child Development, in...

Lucknow, April 5 – In a significant move towards women's empowerment, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a unique scheme called the "Safe Mobility Program," which focuses on creating employment opportunities for women in Self-Help Groups (SHGs).Under this program, a large number of...

Kolkata, April 4 – The Left Front, led by the CPI(M) in West Bengal, released its manifesto for the upcoming state assembly elections on Saturday, with a focus on industrial development and job creation.The manifesto promised to create jobs in both the public and private sectors. This would be...

Itanagar, April 2 Women's empowerment is central to building a self-reliant and prosperous state, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Thursday, highlighting the role of the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM) in strengthening rural communities and creating sustainable livelihood...

Rajouri, April 1: District Development Commissioner Abhishek Sharma reviewed the progress of Mission YUVA and the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement Project (JKCIP) at the block level.He directed effective implementation at the grassroots level, with a focus on Self-Help Groups...

New Delhi, March 28 – The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has decided to extend the ongoing Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 at Sunder Nursery in Delhi until April 5, an official said on Saturday.On March 29, Minister of State (MoS) for Tribal Affairs Durgadas Uikey will inaugurate a Van Dhan Conclave to...

The government has extended the Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 until April 5th, in response to overwhelming public interest. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced that this decision aims to further strengthen market access and livelihood opportunities for tribal artisans, entrepreneurs, and...

New Delhi, March 24 A series of initiatives focused on women, including e-auto permits for 1,000 women, free bicycles for 1.30 lakh girl students, and the establishment of 'Rani Haat' to link their skills with markets, were announced by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.The Delhi government...

Itanagar, March 24 Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein handed over e-rickshaws to 40 people in the Namsai district on Tuesday under the Gram Bandu initiative, which aims to boost rural livelihoods while promoting eco-friendly modes of transport.The initiative is being...

Itanagar, March 23 Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein said on Monday that tourism in the state must be community-driven and sustainable, with local stakeholders such as tour operators, homestay owners, self-help groups (SHGs) and entrepreneurs playing a central role in shaping...

Bhubaneswar, March 22 Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday launched 141 water resources projects worth Rs 2,612 crore.Addressing the programme, which was organized on the occasion of World Water Day, Majhi said his government's aim was to remove gender inequality in water...

Agartala, March 19 – Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Thursday that purified drinking water is now being supplied to all 51 wards under the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), supported by an extensive network of treatment and iron-removal plants.Speaking on the fifth day of the...

Raipur, March 19 – Tech-enabled drones, once considered a phenomenon of urban areas, are silently revolutionizing agriculture across the country's vast rural landscapes. And, at the forefront of this transformation are the "Namo Drone Didis," who are not only changing farming methods but also...