Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and participants of the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan for setting three Guinness World Records™ titles. The initiative marks a major milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to promote women’s health, wellness, and empowerment under the Nari…
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PDUNASS Honoured at EPFO Foundation Day 2025
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) marked its 73rd Foundation Day with remarkable recognition for its training arm, the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS). The Academy was honoured with two prestigious Bhavishya Nidhi Awards 2025 for its transformative role in capacity building and governance innovation. Recognizing…
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Ayushman Bharat: India’s Path to Universal Healthcare
India’s healthcare transformation is accelerating under the Ayushman Bharat initiative, launched by the Government of India in 2018. The flagship scheme aims to ensure affordable and accessible healthcare for all citizens, especially the economically weaker sections. The mission is anchored around four key pillars AB-PMJAY, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, Ayushman Bharat…
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada Begins Nationwide
1–15 November 2025: Fortnight-long events to honour tribal heroes and celebrate Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary have begun across India, combining cultural programmes, education drives and community outreach. The Government of India has launched the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada (1–15 November 2025) as part of a year-long observance marking…
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Harnessing Statistical Models for Inclusive Growth
The National Statistics Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), has introduced a groundbreaking study titled “Model-based District-level Estimates based on the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2022–23 for Uttar Pradesh.” This initiative seeks to bridge critical data gaps in district-level planning by using advanced statistical…
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India Boosts R&D Ecosystem at NITI Aayog Meet
NITI Aayog organized the 8th Regional Consultative Meeting on “Ease of Doing Research & Development (R&D)” at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS), Thiruvananthapuram, bringing together leading policymakers, scientists, and academicians to deliberate on strengthening India’s R&D ecosystem. The two-day consultation, held on October 30–31, aimed to address…
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India to Host India International Science Festival 2025 in Chandigarh
India is set to host the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025 in Chandigarh from December 6 to 9, 2025, showcasing the nation’s remarkable transformation into a science-led and innovation-driven society. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, chaired a high-level review meeting to…
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India Women Create History, Clinch Maiden World Cup Title
New Delhi, November 2: The roar of victory echoed across India as the nation’s daughters scripted a golden chapter in cricket history. The Indian Women’s Cricket Team lifted their first-ever ICC World Cup trophy after a breathtaking win, igniting celebrations from stadium stands to every corner of the country. A…
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Nationwide Run for Unity Unites India on Patel’s 150th
The 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) was marked with vibrant “Run for Unity” events across the country. The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, led inclusive celebrations that embodied the…
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New Haj House in Navi Mumbai to Enhance Pilgrim Facilities
In a major milestone for India’s Haj pilgrims, the Ministry of Minority Affairs has initiated the construction of a new Haj House at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The project is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to modernize Haj infrastructure and ensure better facilities and services for pilgrims. Secretary Reviews Site…