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SheSTEM 2024

December 5, 2024

SheSTEM 2024 recently concluded, promoting women’s contributions in STEM, organized by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) alongside the Swedish Embassy and Nordic partners, which aimed to inspire students from grades 6 to 12 across India. Event Overview SheSTEM is an ..

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Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) 2.0 Scheme

December 4, 2024

The Government of India is planning to introduce a new Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) 2.0 scheme, which aims to encourage a self-sustaining drone ecosystem. It focuses on local production of drones and their components and also promotes services related to drones, ..

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Approval for 9 Support Centres for Indian Women Facing Distress Abroad

December 4, 2024

The Ministry of External Affairs has launched an initiative to support women in vulnerable situations. Nine One-Stop Centres (OSCs) will be established globally. Seven centres will be located in the Gulf countries and the remaining two will be in Toronto ..

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Maha Kumbh Mela: New District Announced in UP

December 3, 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the creation of the Maha Kumbh Mela district in Prayagraj. The decision aims to enhance the management of the Kumbh Mela, which will take place in January 2025 and attract millions of pilgrims from ..

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Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF)

December 3, 2024

The Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) has been created by the government, which aims to enhance urban infrastructure in smaller cities. It specifically targets Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, which is crucial for improving essential services in these areas. ..

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India Launches Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP)

December 3, 2024

India introduced its Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) in June 2024, which has quickly gained popularity, enrolling over 19,000 individuals, including foreign nationals with Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards. The program began at Delhi Airport and has now ..

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Assam Launches State Commission for Right to Public Services

December 3, 2024

The Assam State Commission for Right to Public Services was recently launched by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati. The aim of the commission is to enhance accountability in public services. A manual detailing the appeal process for public ..

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Centre Preparing National Policy to Boost Women’s Workforce Participation

December 3, 2024

The Government of India is developing a national policy to enhance women’s participation in the workforce, which focuses on creating a supportive environment through improved care services. Several ministries are collaborating on this plan. About the Care Economy The “care ..

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Karnataka’s Health Minister Orders Study on Handigodu Disease

December 2, 2024

Karnataka’s Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has initiated a comprehensive approach to address Handigodu disease. This rare genetic disorder impacts the nervous system, leading to health challenges. The minister’s directives aim to enhance healthcare in affected regions. ..

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India and ADB Sign $98 Million Horticulture Loan

December 2, 2024

The Government of India has partnered with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance horticulture. A loan agreement of $98 million was signed recently, which is aimed at providing farmers with certified, disease-free planting materials. The initiative focuses on improving ..

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