Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism is providing financial assistance to approved tourism service providers (TSPs) for promoting and marketing Indian tourism in overseas markets under the Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme. The scheme is currently under review to meet industry needs. The Ministry has participated in various international travel trade events
Capacity Building
The Ministry of Tourism's Capacity Building for Service Providers Scheme (CBSP) conducts training programs for tourism stakeholders across urban, rural, and tribal areas in India. Since its inception, 5.54 lakh individuals have been trained, with 59,210 placements reported. The initiative aims to enhance employment opportunities and
Water Resources
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has initiated comprehensive measures to monitor glaciers and glacial lakes in the Indian Himalayan Region. A Steering Committee has been formed to coordinate efforts among various ministries and organizations. The Central Water Commission is the nodal agency overseeing 902 glacial lakes, while other institutes like
Swadesh Darshan 2.0
The Ministry of Tourism has revamped the Swadesh Darshan scheme into Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0) to promote sustainable tourism in India. Initially launched in 2014-15, the scheme has sanctioned 76 projects worth ₹5290.30 Crore. Under the new SD2.0, 52 projects have been approved for ₹2108.87
Namami Gange
The Government of India has allocated ₹26,824.86 crore for the Namami Gange Programme, aimed at rejuvenating the Ganga River and its tributaries. The initiative, launched in 2014-15 and extended to 2026, includes 502 projects, with 323 completed. Recent assessments show improved water quality and a significant increase in
water harvesting
The Ministry of Jal Shakti is implementing a comprehensive water harvesting campaign to promote sustainable groundwater management in India. The campaign includes monitoring groundwater levels through a network of 27,000 wells, categorizing assessment units based on groundwater extraction, and launching initiatives like Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari to encourage community
National Handloom Day
The 11th National Handloom Day will be celebrated on August 7, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with President Smt. Droupadi Murmu as the Chief Guest. The event will honor outstanding weavers with the Sant Kabir and National Handloom Awards, and feature various activities including a fashion show, exhibitions, and
Namami Gange
The Ministry of Jal Shakti emphasizes the responsibility of States and local bodies in treating sewage and industrial effluents to prevent pollution in water bodies. The Namami Gange Program aims to rejuvenate the Ganga River and its tributaries, with 212 sewerage projects and significant investments made. The National River Conservation
Groundwater Management
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has reviewed the groundwater situation in India, revealing that 96.7% of monitored wells in Kashmir and 96% in Bengaluru are below 10 meters. A Model Bill for groundwater regulation has been adopted by 21 states, and the Central Ground Water Authority is enforcing strict
Yamuna River
The Ministry of Jal Shakti reports ongoing efforts to clean the Yamuna River, with monthly monitoring of water quality at key locations in Delhi. Despite a sewage generation of 3,596 million litres per day, only 2,955 MLD is treated, leaving 641 MLD untreated. Inspections of Grossly Polluting Industries
Flood Management
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has implemented various flood management and irrigation schemes to enhance water management and agricultural productivity across India. The Flood Management Programme (FMP) and the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) are key initiatives aimed at providing financial assistance and technical guidance to state governments. Over
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted Independent Drive Tests (IDT) in June 2025 to evaluate the mobile network performance of operators in Dewas and Ujjain cities, as well as on highways and rail routes in Madhya Pradesh. The tests covered 352.2 km in cities and 291.9