Pilibhit, February 26: The Government of India’s National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme was showcased in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, where sanitation workers and waste pickers received safety equipment, health coverage and livelihood support in the presence of Union Minister of State Shri B. L. Verma. Focus on Safety…
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NHRC Calls for Rights-Based National Strategy on Beggary
New Delhi, February 26: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has called for a comprehensive, rights-based national strategy to eliminate beggary, stressing dignity, rehabilitation and coordinated policy action over punitive measures. The call came during an Open House Discussion titled “Rethinking Beggary: Bridging Gaps between Policy, Practice and Dignity,”…
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Divyangjan Empowerment Shines at 30th Divya Kala Mela
The 30th edition of Divya Kala Mela commenced at Rangers Ground in Dehradun, celebrating the creativity, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit of Divyangjan. Uttarakhand Governor Lt. General Gurmit Singh described the event as a powerful platform that highlights the decisive role of persons with disabilities in propelling India toward becoming the…
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DoSJE Observes World Day of Social Justice with Preamble Reading
New Delhi: The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, will observe the World Day of Social Justice on 20th February 2026 at the National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi. The event will feature a symbolic reading of the Preamble to…
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VP Releases Shashi Tharoor’s Book on Sree Narayana Guru
New Delhi, February 19: Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday released the book “The Sage who Reimagined Hinduism: The Life, Lessons and Legacy of Sree Narayana Guru” authored by Member of Parliament Dr. Shashi Tharoor at the India International Centre in New Delhi. The event highlighted the enduring relevance…
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Dr. Ambedkar Centre Launches Souvenir Store
The Hon’ble Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, inaugurated the new Souvenir Shop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC)</strong) in New Delhi. The initiative aims to promote cultural heritage, support artisan communities, and spread the legacy of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Tribute to Dr. Ambedkar…
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Vice President Pays Tribute to Karpoori Thakur
New Delhi: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Monday paid heartfelt tributes to Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur on his death anniversary, remembering him as a towering leader of social justice and a true ‘Jan Nayak’ of the people. The floral tribute ceremony was held at Uparashtrapati…
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Divya Kala Mela 2026 Inaugurated in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, February 14, 2026: The 29th edition of Divya Kala Mela was inaugurated at the Exhibition Ground in Chandigarh by Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar, who described the event as a celebration of dignity, self-reliance and empowerment for Divyangjan across India. A Celebration of Dignity…
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NALSA SAMVAD Scheme Expands Tribal Legal Access
New Delhi, February 12: The NALSA SAMVAD Scheme 2025 is expanding legal outreach across India with the establishment of 690 district-level units aimed at improving access to justice for Scheduled Tribes (STs), Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), and Denotified and Nomadic Tribes (DNTs). Community-Based Approach to Legal Awareness Launched in…
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Savitri Thakur, UN Envoy Discuss Women-Led Growth
Minister of State for Women and Child Development Smt. Savitri Thakur held a high-level meeting with Shri Parvathaneni Harish, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, during her official visit to New York, reaffirming India’s commitment to inclusive development, social justice and women-led growth on global platforms. The meeting comes…