The National Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) under the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, has started disbursing prizes to winners of the ‘Har Ghar Jal Quiz: Jal Ka Gyan Ab Hua Aasan’ competition conducted on the MyGov platform. This initiative aligns with JJM’s mission to…
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Parliament Highlights: ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Campaign
coinciding with World Environment Day, the Hon’ble Prime Minister launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. This initiative celebrates the nurturing role of Mother Earth and human mothers by encouraging individuals to plant a tree as a symbol of love, respect, and honor for their mothers. The campaign also…
Pre-Bid Meeting Held for 11th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions
The Ministry of Coal conducted a pre-bid meeting for the 11th round of commercial coal mine auctions on December 19, 2024. The meeting, chaired by Additional Secretary and Nominated Authority Smt. Rupinder Brar, followed the launch of the auction process on December 5, 2024. This round offers 27 coal mines…
Parliament Winter Session Witnesses Intense BJP-Congress Clash Over Amit Shah’s Remarks on BR Ambedkar
The Winter Session of Parliament erupted in turmoil on Thursday, as tensions between the BJP and Congress escalated over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s controversial remarks on BR Ambedkar. Both houses, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, were adjourned for the day amidst protests, heated exchanges, and allegations of…
Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats: Financial Assistance to States/UTs
The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change provides financial support to States and Union Territories under the Centrally Sponsored Umbrella Scheme ‘Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats.’ This scheme encompasses the sub-components ‘Development of Wildlife Habitats,’ ‘Project Tiger,’ and ‘Project Elephant,’ aiming to conserve wildlife habitats and manage human-wildlife conflicts…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and King Charles III Reaffirm Commitment to India-UK Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a telephonic conversation with His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom on December 19, 2024. The discussion emphasized the historic ties between India and the UK and reaffirmed their mutual commitment to enhancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Key Highlights of the Conversation…
Elephanta Ferry Capsize: CISF Heroes Save 35 Lives in a Rapid Rescue Effort
A tragic ferry accident near Mumbai’s Butcher Island turned into a story of heroism when three Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel led an extraordinary rescue operation on Wednesday. Their swift actions saved the lives of 35 passengers within minutes and aided in the eventual rescue of 72 people from…
Delhi Shrouded in Dense Fog, AQI Near Severe-Plus; Cold Wave Sweeps North India and Karnataka
Delhi woke up to a thick layer of fog on Thursday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 6 a.m. reaching 448—just shy of the “severe-plus” category. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) categorizes AQI levels above 450 as “severe-plus,” indicating hazardous air quality. Of the 37 monitoring stations in…
Tamil Actor Vijay Criticizes Amit Shah Over Ambedkar Remarks
Chennai: Tamil superstar and President of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), Vijay, has strongly criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah following his controversial remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar during a recent session in Parliament. In a social media post on Wednesday, Vijay expressed his displeasure, stating that some individuals seem to…
PSA Reviews Progress on Overhauling India’s Medical Products Regulatory Ecosystem
Prof. Ajay Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India, chaired the third review meeting on December 18, 2024, to assess advancements in transforming India’s regulatory framework for medical products. This meeting followed an earlier review held on August 21, 2024, and built on recommendations made during the…