There is no report of practice of manual scavenging in any district, stated UNION MINISTER OF STATE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT, SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE, in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today. Parliament enacted ‘The Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013 …
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The Ministry regularly receives suggestions from various stakeholders regarding Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), including suggestions to increase MPLADS funds, which are examined as per due process. Statement showing the details of authorization released under MPLADS fund to the MPs of West Bengal in the 18thLok Sabha …
Read More »Status of Co-operatives in the country
A comprehensive National Cooperative Database (NCD) has been developed by Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, with the support of State Governments. The data of all the Cooperative Societies from various sectors including Dairy, Women welfare and Tribal SC/ST has been entered in the database by nodal officers appointed by …
Read More »Railways Recruits 5.02 Lakh Candidates from 2014-2024; 1,30,581 Through Computer Based Tests Post COVID-19 Restrictions
Occurrence and filling up of vacancies are continuous processes in Indian Railways considering its size, spatial distribution and criticality of operation. Adequate and suitable manpower is provided to cater to the regular operations, changes in technology, mechanizations and innovative practices. The vacancies are filled up primarily by placement of indents …
Read More »63 Lateral Entry Appointments in Ministries and Departments : Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space and MoS Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that lateral recruitment, at the levels of Joint Secretary, Director and …
Read More »Mission Karmayogi: Enhancing Civil Services Capacity through Continuous Learning and Skill Upgradation
“Recognizing the crucial role of Civil Services in fulfilment of India’s developmental aspirations and national priorities, the Government had launched the National Program for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCB) — Mission Karmayogi” said Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of …
Read More »Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi’: Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 Initiative Enhances Early Childhood Care and Education Focus in Anganwadi System
Government has launched Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi (PBPB) initiative on 10th May, 2023 for upskilling of all anganwadi workers to build their capacity to provide early childhood care and education and nutrition service to children below six years of age. As on June, 2024 a total of 11,364 State Level …
Read More »Indigenous ATP System ‘Kavach’ Deployed on 1465 Route km and 144 Locomotives on South Central Railway
Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system and a highly technology intensive system, which requires safety certification of highest order. Kavach aids the loco pilot in train running within specified speed limits by automatic application of brakes in case Loco Pilot fails to do so and also …
Read More »Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Interacts with NSS Volunteers from Across India
Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, engaged in a dynamic and insightful interaction with National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers from across India through video conference today. The interaction aimed to recognize and motivate the youth who are contributing significantly to community service …
Read More »Coal Ministry Extends Timeline for Self-evaluation for Star Rating of Coal and Lignite Mines for FY 2023-24
Ministry of Coal has decided to extend the deadline up to 31.07.2024 for submission of self-evaluation for star rating of Coal and Lignite mines for F.Y. 2023-24. The date has been extended from 15.07.2024 to ensure maximum participation and provide an opportunity for more mines to register and complete the …
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