The Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) 2.0 emphasizes reducing plastic waste generation and adhering to the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules dated August 12, 2021. Key focus areas include: Source segregation of waste Segregated collection and transportation Processing of segregated waste Setting up Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) in all Urban Local…
Month: July 2024
Minister of State for MNRE, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Holds Stakeholder Meeting with Renewable Industry Associations
Minister of State for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, conducted a meeting today with representatives from various renewable industry associations, including the All-Indian Solar Industries Association. The discussions centered on the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and other incentives designed to boost Indian manufacturing…
Spreading Awareness About Indian Culture and Heritage Among Youth
The Ministry of Culture has been consistently working to spread awareness about Indian culture and heritage among all sections of society, especially the youth. To achieve this, the Ministry administers several schemes targeted at young people, including: Objective: To provide financial assistance to young artists aged 18-25 with outstanding promise…
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Pays Tribute to Vietnamese Leader Nguyen Phu Trong at New Delhi Embassy
On July 25, 2024, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visited the Vietnam Embassy in New Delhi to pay tribute to Mr. Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, who recently passed away. Representing the Government and people of India, Shri Singh extended…
Model Skill Loan Scheme is a Reform and Liberalisation that Responds to Public Demand, Says MoS Jayant Choudhary
Shri Jayant Choudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and MoS for the Ministry of Education, launched the revised Model Skill Loan Scheme. This scheme aims to provide access to high-end skilling courses without financial constraints, empowering India’s youth to become a…
Sources: BJP to Appoint New Working President by August-End | Exclusive
Top sources in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have informed News18 that JP Nadda will continue to provide advisory support during the transition to a new working president, and eventually to a full-time president. With JP Nadda now overseeing the Health Ministry in the Narendra Modi government 3.0 and the…
Mumbai Rains: BMC Declares Holiday for Schools and Colleges Amid IMD’s ‘Red’ Alert
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in Mumbai following a red rain alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The BMC has urged schools to notify parents and take necessary precautions. The IMD’s red alert signifies a high likelihood of heavy…
Joe Biden Ends 2024 Presidential Campaign to Strengthen Unity Within the Democratic Party
In a poignant address from the Oval Office on July 24, 2024, President Joe Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, urging the nation to prioritize the defense of democracy over any political position. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. In his speech,…
Union Budget 2024-25: Roadmap to a Developed India
The Union Budget 2024-25 presents a strategic plan to achieve ‘Viksit Bharat’ by emphasizing nine key areas aimed at creating ample opportunities for all citizens, propelling India towards becoming a developed nation. Key Priorities: Agriculture productivity and resilience Employment & skilling Inclusive human resource development and social justice Manufacturing &…
Coal Ministry Extends Self-Evaluation Deadline for Star Rating of Mines for FY 2023-24
The Ministry of Coal has extended the deadline for the submission of self-evaluation for the star rating of coal and lignite mines for the fiscal year 2023-24 to July 31, 2024. Originally set for July 15, 2024, the extension aims to encourage maximum participation and allow more mines to register…