In a significant move over three years, the Central Government has provided substantial scholarships to benefit over 25.85 lakh Scheduled Caste students in Tamil Nadu, affirming its commitment to educational access, social protection, and economic empowerment through various welfare initiatives including PM-AJAY and PM-YASASVI.
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The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment is enhancing educational opportunities for Other Backward Classes (OBC) students through multiple scholarship and coaching schemes. These initiatives aim to provide financial assistance and academic support, ensuring equitable access to quality education and opportunities for higher education and competitive exams. Source: Original Link
The Indian Navy received the second Indigenous Diving Support Vessel, 'Nipun', from Hindustan Shipyard Limited, enhancing its deep-sea dive operation capabilities with advanced technology and nearly 75% indigenous content. Source: Original Link
On July 29, 2026, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the inaugural sea shipment of value-added flavoured Makhana from Darbhanga, Bihar, to Canada, comprising 7 metric tonnes packed for export. This significant milestone aims to enhance Bihar's agricultural exports and improve income for
Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C. R. Paatil, convened a meeting with the Chief Ministers of Chhattisgarh and Odisha to work towards a resolution of the Mahanadi Water Dispute, emphasizing dialogue and technical cooperation. Source: Original Link
