news
The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) has signed an agreement with the Adani Skills and Education Foundation on November 26, 2025, recognizing it as an Awarding Body with PAN-India jurisdiction. This enables the foundation to award and certify qualifications in the port logistics sector, ensuring quality-assured vocational
news
In a recent phone call, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended condolences to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Modi assured continued assistance under Operation Sagar Bandhu, highlighting India's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka through its Vision MAHASAGAR initiative. President Dissanayake
news
Indian Railways has granted out-of-turn promotions to Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana, and Renuka Singh Thakur, three women cricketers who played a pivotal role in India's triumph at the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. Recognizing their outstanding contributions, all three have been elevated to the rank of Officer
news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed concern over the health condition of Begum Khaleda Zia, a longstanding public figure in Bangladesh, and has conveyed his sincere wishes for her swift recovery. Modi emphasized India's readiness to provide support in any possible way. This statement was shared by the
news
India has made significant strides in advancing the rights and inclusivity of persons with disabilities through a comprehensive legal framework and numerous government initiatives. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 significantly advanced the legal protections and opportunities available to the disabled community, while initiatives like the Accessible India
news
As part of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Bihar has achieved a significant milestone by providing all its rural habitations with safe drinking water free from arsenic and fluoride contamination. The initiative, supported by a central fund of Rs. 770.95 crore since 2019, ensures clean water through a developed
news
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has received a staggering 17,036 complaints from 32 States and Union Territories regarding financial irregularities and substandard work under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). These complaints stem from multiple sources including public representatives and media reports. The situation is most severe in Uttar Pradesh,
news
The Government of India, along with state governments, has been advancing the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) since August 2019 to ensure every rural household receives tap water. The Ministry of Jal Shakti recently introduced the Rural Piped Water Supply Scheme (RPWSS), a new digital initiative. It allocates unique IDs to
news
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) launched by the Indian government aims to provide tap water connections to all rural households. In Tamil Nadu, which faced challenges such as limited groundwater sources and COVID-19 disruptions, the mission has made significant progress. Since 2019, the state has increased tap water connections from
news
The Government of India, in collaboration with State and Union Territory governments, has been implementing the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) since August 2019. This significant initiative, extended until 2028, aims to provide tap water connections to every rural household in India, including drought-affected regions in Rajasthan. The mission, focusing on
news
The Government of India, alongside various State governments, has launched digital initiatives to bolster its Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission - Gramin (SBM-G) that aim for comprehensive water provision and sanitation in rural areas. These include Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) portals, mobile apps for geo-tagging sanitation
news
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), initiated by the Government of India in partnership with state governments including Odisha, aims to ensure every rural household has access to tap water. Since its inception in August 2019, notable progress has been made in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, with tap water connections