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The Department of Telecommunications, in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority, is testing a new Cell Broadcast System across India to improve real-time disaster alerts. This system, developed by the Centre for Development of Telematics, aims to enhance the speed and effectiveness of alerts during natural and man-made emergencies.
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Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla emphasizes the importance of community participation and traditional knowledge systems for sustainable conservation during a meeting with representatives in Nainital. Highlighting the role of Van Panchayats in Uttarakhand, he calls for collective action to combat climate change and preserve biodiversity. Source: Original Link
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The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, led by Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar, has increased its budget to ₹2042.08 crore for FY 2025-26. This funding aims to improve educational opportunities for students from Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Economically Backward Classes (EBCs), and De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNTs)
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The Ministry of Coal has issued a Letter of Award to Kartikay Vayunandana Private Limited for a coal-to-acetic acid project in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, under the Financial Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects. The initiative, which falls under Category III of Round II, is part of a wider
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The Department of Financial Services has mandated public sector banks and other financial institutions to reserve positions for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities in recruitment and promotions, aligning with government directives. This initiative includes appointing Chief Liaison and Grievance Redressal Officers, ensuring inclusive work environments by adopting Equal Opportunity Policies, and
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti has signed reform-linked Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Uttarakhand, Karnataka, and Tripura under the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 to ensure sustainable rural water delivery. The agreements support the initiative's goals of achieving comprehensive rural household drinking water coverage by fostering community participation
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The Principal Controller of Communication Accounts has issued a directive for BSNL and MTNL pensioners in Delhi to urgently submit their KYP forms to avoid delays in pension benefits processing. Various submission methods have been provided, including physical, mail, and email options, ensuring all pensioners can meet this requirement conveniently.
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The Sacred Holy Relics of Tathagata Buddha have been ceremonially received in Leh, Ladakh, beginning a major spiritual event. The relics were escorted by spiritual leaders Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and Khenpo Thinlas Chosal, and greeted by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena. This is the first time the
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India has significantly expanded its Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) network from 14 units in 2014 to 50 operational units by 2026. This expansion under the India Meteorological Department (IMD) covers over 87% of the country, enhancing the forecasting accuracy of cyclones, heavy rains, and thunderstorms. With Mission Mausam, India plans
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is set to inaugurate the extended Vande Bharat Express service connecting Jammu Tawi to Srinagar, significantly improving rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. The train, augmented from 8 to 20 coaches, will start regular service on May 2, 2026, enhancing travel options for pilgrims, tourists, traders,
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The Principal Controller of Communication Accounts, Department of Telecom, has released the schedule for Telecom Pensioners Jeevan Praman Camps for May 2026 in various locations across Delhi and NCR. These camps aim to facilitate pensioners in submitting their life certificates through various digital methods. The camps are scheduled at MTNL
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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj released the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0, revealing that 3,635 Gram Panchayats are front-runners in grassroots governance and rural development. The participation rate for this edition was 97.3%, significantly higher than in the previous version. Major themes of success include poverty reduction