Month: January 2024

Role of the RRBs and Co-operative Banks should be towards changing the rural society by empowering women: Shri Charanjit Singh

Manish Kumar

Additional Secretary, Ministry of Rural Development Shri Charanjit Singh chaired a meeting yesterday with the Chairpersons of Regional Rural Banks and Managing Directors of State Co-operative Banks on SHG Bank Linkage & Financial Inclusion in New Delhi. Shri Charanjit Singh said that role of the RRBs and Co-operative Banks should be towards changing the rural society by empowering women. He said that the Branch Managers should visit the villages and stay there for one night to assess the ground reality. Chairman NABARD said that SHG women members could be transformed…

Indian delegation visits Hawaii to discuss progress of TMT

Manish Kumar

An Indian delegation led by Secretary Department of Science and Technology (DST) Professor Abhay Karandikar visited Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA and discussed challenges in the progress of Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) project and ways to overcome them. Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) is a 30-meter diameter primary mirror optical and infrared telescope being established at Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA. India is a Founder-Member Partner in this project which aims to open new windows to the universe through optical and infrared astronomy. Indian participation in this project was approved by Union Cabinet…

Divya Kala Mela 2024 inaugurated in Nagpur today

Manish Kumar

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) {DEPwD}, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt of India through National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) organizes Divya Kala Mela unique event showcasing the products and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs/artisans from across the country. To continue the efforts of empowering Divyang Entrepreneurs, Divya Kala Mela is being organized from 12th January – 21st January 2024 at Ground-3 Reshimbagh, Nagpur (Maharashtra). The Divya Kala Mela, Nagpur inaugurated today . Shri Omprakash urf Bachchu Kadu, MLA & Chairman Divyang Kalyan State…

Ministry of Tourism Organises Conference on Mahabharat Circuit followed by a Familiarisation Trip to Kurukshetra, Jyotisar and Thanesar

Manish Kumar

The Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India (Northern Region Office) organised a Conference on Mahabharat Circuit.  This was followed by a Familiarisation Trip to Kurukshetra, Jyotisar and Thanesar on 10th January, 2024. A diverse array of delegates from all over the country comprising of Tour Operators, travel media persons, opinion makers and influencers participated in the Conference apart from the officers of the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India, Haryana Tourism Department and local administration. The endeavor was to create awareness about the tourism potential and religious significance of the…

Fostering Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Innovation driven by Youth in India:

Manish Kumar

Applications Open for the Youth Co:Lab National Innovation Dialogue 2023-2024 in India to Support 50 Youth-led Social Start-ups in Accelerating their Businesses. Interested startups can submit their application under the themes namely: Agriculture Fintech and Insurtech for small and marginal farmers, Innovative solutions for Indigenous groups, tribal communities and Assistive technology and solutions. Some of the startups will also be supported with seed grants.    Speaking at the launch, Resident Representative a.i. of UNDP India Isabelle Tschan said, “India, with its significant youth population, enjoys the advantage of a demographic dividend,…

DRDO conducts successful flight-test of New Generation AKASH missile off Odisha coast

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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight-test of the New Generation AKASH (AKASH-NG) missile from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha at 1030 hrs on January 12, 2024. The flight-test was conducted against a high-speed unmanned aerial target at very low altitude. During the flight-test, the target was successfully intercepted by the weapon system and destroyed. It has validated the functioning of the complete weapon system consisting of the missile with indigenously developed Radio Frequency Seeker, Launcher, Multi-Function Radar and Command, Control…

True democracy is when the Government comes to people’s doorsteps: Anurag Singh Thakur

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Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting and Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Anurag Singh Thakur flagged-off Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra Vans in Byculla, Mumbai today. On the occasion, the Minister thanked all present for witnessing and being a part of Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. “The Yatra is taking place in every corner of the country. More than twelve crore people have been associated with Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. Through it they have got to know about schemes and have been benefitted through various welfare schemes of the Central Government”, said…

PESA is crucial for making a positive impact on the lives of tribal communities and ensuring their sustainable development – Shri Vivek Bharadwaj

Manish Kumar

Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj Shri Vivek Bharadwaj inaugurated the Two-Day Regional Conference on Strengthening of PESA today at Pune, Maharashtra. Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Additional Secretary, Smt. Mamta Varma, Joint Secretary, Shri Eknath Dawale, Principal Secretary, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department, Government of Maharashtra were also present on the occasion. In his address, Shri Vivek Bharadwaj commended participating States and stressed upon impact of the PESA Act on tribal communities. Shri Bharadwaj shared firsthand insights into the ground-level challenges faced by tribal communities. Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj also underscored…

Inland Waterways takes a giant step with IWDC towards fulfilling Maritime India Vision 2047

Manish Kumar

The first meeting of Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC) concluded on January 8, 2024 in Kolkata to strengthen the inland water transport system in the country. The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Shri Sarbananda Sonowal chaired the meeting onboard vessel MV Ganga Queen showcasing the interesting possibilities waterways sector holds. The Meeting witnessed participation from the Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Shantanu Thakur and the Ministers from six States, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland and Manipur, Senior officials and dignitaries…

When India develops, the entire Global South develops – Shri Dharmendra Pradhan

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Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, attended the inaugural session on Developing Global Networks for Skill Development at the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024, held at the Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Minister for Industries and Labour, Skill Development and Employment, Govt. of Gujarat, Shri Balvantsinh Rajput; Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Labour, Skill Development & Employment, Govt. of Gujarat; Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India, Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari; CEO and MD, National Skill Development Council, Shri…