The Union Cabinet has approved the GOBARdhan scheme aimed at promoting the production of Compressed Biogas (CBG) in India with an investment of Rs.23,731 crore. The initiative aims to convert organic waste into clean energy, boosting economic growth and energy security while supporting rural livelihoods and environmental sustainability.
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On August 8, 2026, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, held a meeting with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The meeting was announced via a post on X, highlighting the engagement between the two leaders. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has merged the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation's Schemes aimed at Inter-Caste Marriages and Atrocity Victims into a Centrally Sponsored Scheme to enhance efficiency. This initiative also includes addressing pending financial disbursements. Source: Original Link
The Government of India confirms that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users will not face transaction charges, ensuring that the vast majority of transactions remain free for both consumers and merchants. The amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act is aimed at enhancing UPI's sustainability and technological advancement.
CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) showcased its Modified Mix Seal Surfacing Plus (MSS+) technology to the Chief Secretary of the Government of Rajasthan, highlighting its low-emission road construction and maintenance capabilities. A live demonstration on a Jaipur city road was conducted using India's first indigenously developed automatic mobile
