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Antariksh Venture Fund to Boost India's Space Startups from FY2027

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01 Apr 2026

India's first dedicated venture capital fund for space startups, the Antariksh Venture Fund, becomes operational with a substantial ₹1,005 crore. Set to promote the growth of India's spacetech ecosystem, investments are slated to begin from FY2027 after the completion of SEBI formalities. The initiative, managed by SIDBI Venture Capital Limited, aims to guide startups with structured support to compete in the global space economy.

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Launch of SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile Application at Chintan Shivir

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, has launched the SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile Application during the Chintan Shivir held in Chandigarh from 24th to 26th April 2026. The app is part of the SMILE–Beggary Sub-Scheme, aimed at comprehensive rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging. It

NMBA 2.0 App Launched to Boost Drug Demand Reduction Efforts

The upgraded Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App was launched to enhance monitoring, coordination, and awareness activities under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR). The app introduces new features for real-time reporting, transparency, and effective use of digital tools in combating drug use across India.

Ministry of Social Justice Unveils New Guidelines for Shelter Homes

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of India introduced the Model Guidelines on Care, Rehabilitation, and Management of Beggars’/Shelter Homes at the Chintan Shivir conference in Chandigarh. These guidelines provide a framework highlighting areas such as healthcare, infrastructure, food safety, vocational training, legal aid, and gender sensitivity. States

India's Next Census Revolution: Digital and Inclusive

India is set to conduct its first-ever digital census in 2027, marking a significant leap towards efficient data gathering for informed policymaking. The Census 2027 will use mobile-based data collection, a two-phase enumeration strategy, and include a comprehensive caste enumeration. Supported by a robust legal and institutional framework, the exercise

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Launch of SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile Application at Chintan Shivir

NMBA 2.0 App Launched to Boost Drug Demand Reduction Efforts

Ministry of Social Justice Unveils New Guidelines for Shelter Homes

India's Next Census Revolution: Digital and Inclusive