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DDWS Innovation Challenge Champions Grassroot Technology for Rural India

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation held the DDWS Innovation Challenge Grand Finale, fostering the development of scalable and community-friendly technologies to enhance safe drinking water access and plastic waste management in rural India. Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C.R Patil, highlighted the significance of ensuring not just water access but water safety and urged for innovations that align with rural needs. Technologies focusing on water quality testing and local plastic waste management were awarded for their potential to sustain rural socio-economic growth.

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Government's National Social Assistance Programme: Financial Support for Vulnerable Groups

The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) aims to provide financial assistance to vulnerable sections of society, including the elderly, widows, and persons with disabilities belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. The program includes multiple sub-schemes and has supported over 3.09 crore beneficiaries across various states, with specific funding

Launch of eSARAS Platform Enhances Market Access for Women SHGs

The Ministry of Rural Development has launched the eSARAS platform, a digital marketplace to promote and sell products from Self Help Groups (SHGs). The initiative aims to facilitate direct sales online and through major e-commerce platforms, supporting women artisans in rural areas. Training and resources are provided to enhance the

Operationalisation of SHE-LEAPS by Ministry of Rural Development

The Ministry of Rural Development has launched the Self-Help Entrepreneur-Livelihoods and Enterprise Application for Prosperity and Sustainability (SHE-LEAPS), designed to monitor Self Help Group (SHG) enterprises across India. The application, operational since July 2026, uses the LokOS digital platform to support data capture and management for SHG entrepreneurs under DAY-NRLM.

BRICS National Statistical Offices Conclude Meeting on Quality Statistics

The recent meeting of the Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSOs) of BRICS countries in Lucknow focused on leveraging quality statistics for innovation and cooperation among member nations. Key discussions revolved around modern survey methods, digital data collection, and strategies for strengthening macroeconomic statistics. Source: Original Link

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Government's National Social Assistance Programme: Financial Support for Vulnerable Groups

Launch of eSARAS Platform Enhances Market Access for Women SHGs

Operationalisation of SHE-LEAPS by Ministry of Rural Development

BRICS National Statistical Offices Conclude Meeting on Quality Statistics