New Delhi: The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) organised an international symposium on “Human-Centred AI and Sustainable Development: Holistic Pathways for Energy Security” as an official pre-summit event of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026. Focus on Safe, Trusted and People-Centric AI The day-long symposium, held at…
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India’s CSR Spending Crosses ₹1.44 Lakh Crore in Five Years
New Delhi: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by Indian companies has crossed ₹1.44 lakh crore over the last five financial years, highlighting sustained growth in development-focused corporate participation. Annual filings submitted by companies to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) reveal that development-oriented CSR expenditure between FY 2019-20 and FY…
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Andhra Pradesh to Lead India’s Blue Economy Under Budget 2026
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Friday said that Andhra Pradesh, along with other coastal states, will emerge as the torchbearer of India’s Blue Economy mission under the strategic framework of Union Budget 2026–27. Addressing media representatives and social…
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India, Guatemala Unite for Women-Led Growth at UN
India has reiterated its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Guatemala in the areas of social development, women’s empowerment, and inclusive growth during high-level discussions held on the sidelines of the United Nations Commission for Social Development in New York. Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Savitri…
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MSP for Forest Produce Lifts Tribal Livelihoods
The Government of India has reinforced its commitment to tribal welfare by expanding the procurement and marketing framework for Minor Forest Produce (MFP) under the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM). The initiative aims to ensure fair remuneration, livelihood security, and sustainable income generation for tribal communities across the country….
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Dharti Aaba Drive Boosts Chandauli’s Tribal Progress
The Government of India’s flagship tribal welfare initiative, the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), is driving a comprehensive transformation of tribal regions across the country, with visible impact in Uttar Pradesh’s Chandauli district. The programme, launched by the Prime Minister on October 2, 2024, aims to bridge long-standing…
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MoTA Charts New Tribal Development Strategy
New Delhi: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) on Tuesday convened a high-level national review meeting aimed at reshaping India’s tribal development strategy through community-led, evidence-based and integrated interventions. Held at Kartavya Bhawan-1 in New Delhi, the full-day conference brought together senior officials from over 30 States and Union Territories,…
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MSDE, IPE Global Sign MoU to Boost Women-Centric Skilling
New Delhi: In a decisive push towards women-led development, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IPE Global Limited to enhance a gender-responsive and future-ready skilling ecosystem for young women across India. The collaboration marks a significant step in aligning India’s…
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Government Expands Concessional Loan Support for Scheduled Castes
The Government of India has strengthened its commitment to the socio-economic empowerment of Scheduled Castes by expanding the provision of concessional loans through the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC). The move is aimed at improving access to affordable credit for self-employment, entrepreneurship, education, and income-generating activities among…
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India at UN: Savitri Thakur Outlines Path to Viksit Bharat 2047
India has once again positioned itself as a global leader in equitable growth at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. During the 64th Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD), the Indian delegation reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to a rights-based approach to governance. The session focused on the…