Category: Govt

# Representatives from 10 states present a 21-point memorandum seeking constitutional protections, Census recognition and stronger implementation of tribal rights laws The Democratic Assembly of Representative Body for Adivasi Rights (DARBAR), a national confederation representing tribal organisations and Adivasi communities from across India, on Friday presented a 21-point memorandum addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, seeking constitutional, cultural and administrative measures for the protection of tribal identity, rights and heritage. The press conference was led by Surya Singh Besra, prominent tribal leader, political activist, Founder Secretary of the All Jharkhand Students…

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The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), has launched the AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 portal to strengthen Ebola health screening at India's Points of Entry (PoEs). The upgraded digital platform is designed to streamline health declarations, improve passenger screening, and support public health surveillance for international arrivals.   The initiative aims to enhance coordination among health and aviation authorities, enable faster data processing, and strengthen India's preparedness against the potential import of Ebola cases. AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 is expected to facilitate efficient monitoring while…

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The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has successfully concluded the first cohort of the BHARATI Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at accelerating innovation-led growth in India's agri-food exports. The programme focuses on nurturing startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators to develop export-oriented solutions across the agri-food value chain.   The inaugural cohort brought together participants working on cutting-edge technologies, value addition, sustainability, supply chain efficiency, and market access. By fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, the BHARATI Programme seeks to enhance the global competitiveness of Indian agri-food products, strengthen the…

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# The traditional shawl highlighted the state's GI-tagged weaving heritage and the livelihoods of nearly 5,000 artisan families In a gesture that spoke louder than any speech, Chintakayala Vijay, newly elected Rajya Sabha MP from Andhra Pradesh, chose a traditional Mangalagiri handloom shawl for his oath-taking ceremony. In an era of designer suits and formal blazers, Vijay walked into India's upper house wrapped in the living heritage of Andhra Pradesh's weavers, making an unmistakable statement about the kind of leader he intends to be. The Mangalagiri shawl was not a…

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# “This is not just a run—it is a mission to inspire a drug-free India and promote a healthier, more responsible society,” says Asian Marathon Gold Medalist Dr Sunita Godara Health Fitness Trust organized the 24th edition of the “Run Against Drug Abuse” at Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat, reinforcing its mission to turn the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan into a people’s movement. The event also marked International Yoga Day, combining fitness with social awareness. Held annually since 2003, the initiative is supported by key government bodies, including the Ministry of Social…

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Global peace activist, humanitarian, and founder of Global Peace Initiative, Dr. K.A. Paul, has issued a strong message to students appearing for the NEET examination, urging them not to take extreme steps such as suicide due to academic pressure or examination-related stress. Expressing deep concern over recent reports of a student allegedly ending her life over fears of not clearing the examination, Dr. Paul said that no exam result is worth sacrificing one's life. He emphasized that failure in a single examination does not determine a person's future and encouraged…

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The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority has facilitated the first-ever export of fresh litchi from Uttarakhand to Italy, marking the fruit's entry into the European market and opening new opportunities for Indian horticultural exports.   The inaugural shipment highlights the growing global demand for premium Indian fresh produce and reflects APEDA's efforts to expand export destinations for agricultural products. The initiative is expected to enhance market access for litchi growers in Uttarakhand while boosting farmers' incomes through better export opportunities.   The export was carried out after…

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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has commissioned Rajasthan's first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at the Daulatpura Toll Plaza on the Delhi–Jaipur section of National Highway-48. The initiative marks a significant step towards modernising India's toll collection system by enabling seamless, barrier-free travel for motorists. The MLFF system combines Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology with FASTag-based Electronic Toll Collection (ETC), allowing vehicles to pass through the toll plaza without stopping. The automated system is expected to reduce congestion, save travel time, lower fuel consumption and cut vehicular emissions. To ensure smooth operation, NHAI…

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The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has strengthened its operational capabilities with the induction of an indigenous Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV), marking another milestone in India’s drive towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing.   Designed and built in India, the Air Cushion Vehicle—commonly known as a hovercraft—is capable of operating seamlessly over water, mudflats, marshes, sandbanks, and shallow coastal areas. Its unique amphibious capability makes it an ideal platform for coastal surveillance, search and rescue, disaster response, humanitarian assistance, and maritime law enforcement.   The induction of the indigenous ACV is expected…

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Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu has announced the revival of the historic Qadian–Beas Railway Line project, bringing back to life a railway proposal that had remained dormant for nearly a century.   The railway line, originally conceived during the pre-Independence era, is expected to significantly improve rail connectivity between Qadian and Beas in Punjab. The project aims to enhance passenger convenience, facilitate the movement of goods, and provide a boost to regional economic development.   According to the Minister, the revived rail link will strengthen transport infrastructure, improve access to…

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