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The Ministry of Tourism in India has approved 40 projects worth Rs. 3295.76 crore under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. This initiative aims to develop iconic tourist centers and promote them globally. Projects are sanctioned based on proposals submitted by state governments, considering factors
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The Ministry of Tourism is promoting the sustainable development of tourist destinations through schemes such as the revamped 'Swadesh Darshan 2.0', focusing on eco-sensitive areas. The central government offers financial support to States and Union Territories for tourism infrastructure under various schemes including 'PRASHAD' and
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The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions reports that between 2022 and 2025, a significant number of public grievances were recorded and resolved through CPGRAMS. A total of over 86 lakh grievances were addressed within the span, indicating a robust redressal mechanism. As of December 2025, measures under the
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The Ministry of Tourism of India is amplifying its strategies to attract foreign tourists by revamping existing schemes and introducing new initiatives. The Ministry has launched the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 (SD2.0) and Challenge Based Destination Development (CBDD) schemes to support state and union territories in developing tourism infrastructure.
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The Ministry of Tourism in India has implemented various strategies to enhance both domestic and international tourism. Key initiatives include participating in global travel exhibitions, organizing familiarization tours for foreign tour operators and media, and promoting Indian culture through festivals and social media. The 'Dekho Apna Desh' initiative
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The National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) Way Forward has reported a notable increase in the number of e-services offered by Indian states and union territories, rising by 105% from April 2023 to October 2025. The saturation of mandatory e-services has improved to 80%. Additionally, 10 states/UTs now deliver
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The Government of India's Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), launched in August 2019, continues to make significant strides towards providing potable tap water to every rural household in India, in partnership with state governments. As of December 2025, over 81% of rural households, covering 15.76 crore homes across
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In a significant announcement, Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shripad Naik, highlighted India's remarkable progress towards self-reliance in defence, known as "Atmanirbharta." Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India has shifted from a major importer to a global
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has made significant advancements in monitoring systems and forecasting technologies to mitigate the impact of severe weather events, such as heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall. The IMD has expanded its Doppler Weather Radar network and Automatic Weather Stations across the country, with a particular focus
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The Indian Meteorological Department's (IMD) seasonal forecasts for the 2024 and 2025 southwest monsoon seasons were notably accurate, with the actual rainfall closely aligning with their predictions. For both years, monsoon predictions were above normal across much of India, supporting strong agricultural outputs. Enhancements in IMD's
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti has reported significant enforcement actions against financial irregularities and quality issues under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) across six states, including Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Gujarat, Assam, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. Various penalties have been imposed and recovery processes initiated, with Uttar Pradesh and Tripura recovering liquidated
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is making significant strides in improving India's climate and weather services. The National Framework for Climate Services (NFCS) was launched to provide tailored climate information, supporting decision-making in climate-sensitive sectors. IMD organized stakeholder workshops with various sectors, identifying needs and improving service accessibility.