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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare successfully conducted a Stakeholder Consultation on Horticulture Clusters and Value Chain Development with a Focus on Vegetable Clusters today at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. The event brought together a diverse range of stakeholders, including farmer groups, government agencies, ministries, start-ups and private sector …

The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced the golden jubilee celebration of the Shri Warana Women Cooperative Group at Warananagar, Kolhapur, Maharashtra today (September 2, 2024). Speaking on the occasion, the President said that cooperation is the best medium for making good use of the strength inherent in society.  Principles …

The Union Cabinet Committee chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the Digital Agriculture Mission today with an outlay of Rs. 2817 Crore, including the central share of Rs. 1940 Crore. The Mission is conceived as an umbrella scheme to support digital agriculture initiatives, such as creating Digital Public Infrastructure, …

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today approved seven schemes to improve farmers’ lives and increase their incomes at a total outlay of Rs 14,235.30 Crore. 1. Digital Agriculture Mission: based on the structure of Digital Public Infrastructure, Digital Agriculture Mission will use technology for improving …

Cabinet Committee on Security, on September 02, 2024, approved the proposal for procurement of 240 aero-engines (AL-31FP) for Su-30 MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) under Buy (Indian) category from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) at a cost of over Rs 26,000 crore inclusive of all taxes and duties. …

The Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoLE) launched the eShram portal on 26th August 2021. In the short span of three years since its launch, eShram has registered more than 30 crore unorganised workers, showcasing its rapid and widespread adoption among the unorganised workers. This achievement highlights the social impact and the Government’s commitment to …

The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India, launched a new five-digit toll-free number — 14453 — as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance claimant support services. This new toll-free number replaces the old toll-free number …

Union Environment Minister Sh. Bhupender Yadav extended thedeadline for idea submission in Ideas4LiFE from 15th September 2024 to 15th October 2024.“Developed economies should also embrace developed ecologies. We must all cultivate a strong environmental consciousness as responsible citizens,”this was statedby Union Minister Sh. Bhupender Yadav in IIT Bombay emphasizing the …

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS) of the Indian Air Force, at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan), today. After assumption of his new appointment, the Air Marshal paid homage to the bravehearts who gave the supreme sacrifice, by laying wreath at the National …

Government of India is committed to extending social security benefits to gig and platform workers, Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, announced today while chairing a review meeting in New Delhi. In a significant move aimed at safeguarding the welfare of gig and platform workers, Dr Mandaviya …