Tribhuvan Sahkari University
The Tribhuvan Sahkari University (TSU) has been established through a recent act of Parliament, with an initial offering of four courses, including one from the former Institute of Rural Management Anand. The university's current intake capacity includes 25 seats for diploma programs, 30 for undergraduate programs, 583 for
National Cooperative Database
The Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, has developed a comprehensive National Cooperative Database (NCD) to provide access to information on over 8 lakh cooperatives and approximately 30 crore members. Launched on March 8, 2024, the NCD is continuously updated by States and Union Territories, capturing data on various parameters
International Year of Cooperatives
The Ministry of Cooperation is commemorating the UN International Year of Cooperatives (IYC) 2025 with the theme 'Cooperatives Build a Better World'. Initiatives include an Annual Action Plan, awareness campaigns, and a National Conference of State Cooperation Ministers. The campaign aims to promote inclusivity, transparency, and engagement in
National Cooperative Policy
The Ministry of Cooperation has formulated a New National Cooperation Policy (NCP) aimed at enhancing the cooperative sector in India. A national committee, led by Shri Suresh Prabhu, has been working since September 2022 to draft this policy, incorporating feedback from various stakeholders. The government plans to establish 2 lakh
PACS
The Government of India has approved a plan to strengthen the cooperative movement by establishing 2 lakh multipurpose PACS, Dairy, and Fishery cooperative societies across the country over five years. This initiative aims to enhance grassroots engagement through various government schemes and support from national banks. A Standard Operating Procedure
Cooperatives
The Ministry of Cooperation has launched various initiatives to celebrate the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives (IYC) 2025, themed 'Cooperatives Build a Better World'. The action plan includes the establishment of committees for coordinated efforts, extensive outreach activities, and significant events across states. Key highlights include the
CCRAS
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has announced the second edition of the CCRAS-PRAYATNA Scientific Writing Workshop, aimed at enhancing the scientific writing skills of Ayurveda postgraduate, Ph.D., and post-doctoral scholars. The initiative focuses on building competencies in manuscript development and research publication, with hands-on training
Indian Navy
The Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet, led by Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, completed a port call in Singapore from July 16-19, 2025. The visit aimed to enhance bilateral naval ties and maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Activities included discussions with Singaporean officials, a wreath-laying ceremony at Kranji War Memorial,
Lokmanya Tilak
On July 23, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary, highlighting Tilak's pivotal role in India's freedom movement and his belief in knowledge and service to others. Source: Original Link
Chandra Shekhar Azad
On July 23, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad on his birth anniversary, highlighting Azad's unparalleled valour and his significant role in India's quest for freedom. Modi emphasized that Azad's legacy continues to inspire the youth to
INTACH
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) will release a documentary titled 'Kan-Kan Mein Ram' on July 23, 2025, exploring the cultural diversity of the Ramayana across India. The film, launched by Minister of Culture & Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, showcases various representations of
Metal Scrapping
The Indian government is promoting the establishment of metal scrapping centres, including in Maharashtra, through various policies. The Steel Scrap Recycling Policy, 2019, coordinates efforts across ministries to recycle ferrous scrap. The Vehicle Scrapping Policy by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways incentivizes the phasing out of older vehicles.