The Ministry of Jal Shakti provides details on the construction of Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs) under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II. The initiative aims to enhance sanitation in rural areas through financial incentives and local planning, prioritizing households in need.
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The President of India is set to present the Handloom Awards 2025 on August 7, recognizing exceptional achievements in the handloom sector. The event, part of National Handloom Day celebrations, will see 22 awardees honored, including Sant Kabir and National Handloom Award winners, for their significant contributions to preserving India&
The Ministry of Education, under India’s BRICS chairship 2026, is set to host the 13th BRICS Education Ministers’ Meeting in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from August 5-7, 2026, focusing on key collaboration areas such as early childhood education, skill development, and mutual recognition of qualifications. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Heavy Industries reports the deployment of 523 electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa-PSM Scheme as of July 2026, highlighting substantial investments and achievements under the PLI-Auto scheme and ongoing initiatives to enhance electric vehicle adoption. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has allocated ₹2,000 crore under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme for Electric Vehicle Public Charging Stations across India, aiming to boost electric vehicle usage. Assam has reported sales of over 42,000 EVs but has yet to propose installations for charging infrastructure. Source: Original Link
