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NSFDC Achieves Major Success in Elevating Scheduled Caste Economies

The National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) has significantly improved entrepreneurship and self-employment among Scheduled Caste persons through its concessional credit-based schemes, benefiting over 5,480 individuals across various states and union territories. An external study found that 81% of beneficiaries reported positive socio-economic advancements, with particular success in income enhancement and asset creation. The initiatives have also notably empowered women, leading to a significant increase in self-employment.

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DRI Uncovers Major Wildlife Trafficking Networks in India

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has conducted intelligence-driven operations across India, leading to the seizure of over 440 endangered wildlife animals and 15 kg of ivory. A total of 33 individuals have been arrested in connection to these wildlife trafficking networks, underscoring DRI's commitment to combatting wildlife

AI Champions for Digital Governance Summit Launched in New Delhi

The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with ITDC and LBSNAA, inaugurated the 'AI Champions for Digital Governance' Summit in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing AI capabilities in public sector leadership from July 13 to 15, 2026. The summit aims to foster practical skills in AI-driven governance aligned with

MoHUA Accelerates ‘Catch the Rain’ Campaign for Water Security in Urban India

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) is advancing the 'Catch the Rain' initiative with interventions for water conservation, groundwater recharge, and water body rejuvenation across urban India, mobilizing over 900 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) under AMRUT 2.0. Source: Original Link

Launch of NIDAR 2.0 to Empower Students in Drone Technology

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Drone Federation India (DFI) have launched NIDAR 2.0, a national innovation challenge aimed at fostering advanced drone technology among students. The initiative emphasizes the use of Indian-made processors and offers a significant prize pool along with support for startup incubation

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DRI Uncovers Major Wildlife Trafficking Networks in India

AI Champions for Digital Governance Summit Launched in New Delhi

MoHUA Accelerates ‘Catch the Rain’ Campaign for Water Security in Urban India

Launch of NIDAR 2.0 to Empower Students in Drone Technology