Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 in Varanasi has emerged as a vibrant showcase of India’s civilisational continuity and linguistic unity, bringing together students, teachers, artisans and spiritual scholars to celebrate the shared heritage of Kashi and Tamil Nadu. Speaking at the event, Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development…
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Vibrant Villages Programme-II Approved with ₹6,839 Cr Outlay
New Delhi, December 9, 2025: The Central Government has approved Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) as a Central Sector Scheme with a total outlay of ₹6,839 crore. The programme targets select villages in blocks abutting India’s international land borders (ILBs) excluding northern borders already covered under VVP-I and includes 33 villages…
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India, Australia Deepen Education Ties at 3rd AIESC
The third Australia-India Education and Skills Council (AIESC) meeting will be held in New Delhi on 8–9 December 2025, bringing ministers, education officials and sector experts from both countries together to map deeper collaboration across school education, higher education and skills development. The two-day event is set to feature the…
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India Powers Global Surge with 31.25 GW Renewables
India has emerged as one of the strongest engines powering the global shift towards clean energy, recording a historic 31.25 GW addition of non-fossil capacity during the ongoing financial year. Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, announced this milestone while addressing the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit…
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Govt Defines EMRS Expansion Rules in Bihar
The Government of India has clarified the status and expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Bihar, outlining the population-based criteria that determine where new schools can be established. The clarification follows questions raised about the absence of EMRS in districts such as Bhagalpur, Purnia, Banka and Munger. According…
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PSU MoU Enhances EMRS Infra, Digital Learning
In a move to strengthen education and infrastructure at Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), National Scheduled Tribe Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 4 December 2025 with two Central Public Sector Undertakings: Northern Coal Limited (NCL) and Oil India Limited (OIL). The signing ceremony…
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Air Marshal Umesh Urges Atmanirbharta at BRD
Air Marshal Yalla Umesh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command, visited Base Repair Depot (BRD) Tughlakabad on 4 December 2025 to review the depot’s operations, innovations and indigenisation efforts. The visit underscored the Indian Air Force’s push towards reducing import dependence and strengthening domestic maintenance capabilities under the banner of Atmanirbharta….
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Over 2 Crore Youth Join MY Bharat Portal for Nation-Building
The MY Bharat portal has reached a remarkable milestone with over 2.05 crore youth registrations as of 26th November 2025. Launched under the Department of Youth Affairs, this platform aims to empower young Indians through digital access, skill development, and nation-building opportunities. The portal can be accessed at https://mybharat.gov.in/. In…
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Khadi Steals the Show at Navyug Khadi Fashion Show
The Navyug Khadi Fashion Show, staged at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, presented a contemporary vision of Khadi on November 29, 2025. Organised by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) in collaboration with NIFT and FDCI, the event underlined the Prime Minister’s mantra …
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India Shines at WorldSkills Asia 2025 With 8th-Place Debut
India marked a proud moment on the global skills map by securing an impressive 8th-place finish during its first-ever participation in the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025. Held among 29 countries across the continent, the event showcased some of the best emerging skills talent in Asia. India’s debut performance highlighted…