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Government Expands Support for Senior Citizens with New Initiatives

On July 24, 2026, the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment inaugurated five Senior Citizen Homes across Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand. These actions are part of broader efforts under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) to ensure the well-being of the elderly, promote legal awareness, and enhance inter-generational bonding through various innovative programs. An MoU with Birla Open Minds Foundation was also signed to aid elder welfare initiatives.

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Meets Prime Minister Modi

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

Merger of Dr. Ambedkar Foundation Schemes to Streamline Welfare Efforts

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

Government of India Reaffirms No Charges for UPI Users

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-CRRI Demonstrates Indigenous Road Technology to Rajasthan Government

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

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Meets Prime Minister Modi

Merger of Dr. Ambedkar Foundation Schemes to Streamline Welfare Efforts

Government of India Reaffirms No Charges for UPI Users

CSIR-CRRI Demonstrates Indigenous Road Technology to Rajasthan Government