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The National Livestock Mission (NLM) in India, through its Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP), promotes entrepreneurship by offering a 50% capital subsidy for establishing various animal breeding and fodder processing units. The initiative aims to organize livestock farming, including camels, horses, and donkeys, into the formal sector. It also features a
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India is taking significant strides in sustainable fishing practices by implementing Minimum Legal Sizes (MLS) for certain fish stocks, including Silver Pomfret, to prevent juvenile fishing and enhance conservation efforts. The government has declared specific regulations to protect fish stocks, such as a 61-day annual fishing ban and restrictions on
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The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has taken comprehensive steps to manage the impact of overfishing by mechanized operations in India. The report reveals the balance between sustainable practices and boosting fish production through government programs like PMMSY, which supports traditional fishermen through economic and infrastructure initiatives. Regular
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The Government of India is advancing pisciculture infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana. An approved proposal amounting to Rs 2416.92 crore focuses on hatcheries, ponds, ice plants, and diagnostic labs, aiming to enhance fish production. Source: Original Link
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The Department of Atomic Energy announced an ambitious Nuclear Energy Mission aiming for a 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047. Currently, India has 24 operational nuclear power plants delivering a total of 8,780 MW, with a recent enactment of the SHANTI Act to boost private sector participation. Source:
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development has integrated Anganwadi Services, Poshan Abhiyaan, and Scheme for Adolescent Girls under the Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 initiative. This mission aims to reduce malnutrition and improve health through diverse strategies such as community engagement, dietary diversity, and enhanced nutrition guidelines.
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The Government of India, through the Ministry of Women and Child Development, has unveiled an array of legislative, schematic, and collaborative measures aimed at combating human trafficking more effectively. This includes new legal provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, financial support for infrastructure like Anti Human Trafficking Units, and
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The Government of India aims to significantly boost its nuclear power capacity, setting a target of reaching 100 GW by the year 2047. Currently operating 24 nuclear plants with a capacity of 8,780 MW, the country plans to expand this capacity to 22 GW by 2031-32 and 54 GW
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Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, provides a comprehensive package of six critical services to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres staffed by Anganwadi Workers and Helpers. The initiative enhances honorariums and provides additional benefits like technological tools and insurance schemes to
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development has implemented robust interventions under Mission Shakti to ensure women's safety and empowerment. With over 12.67 lakh women assisted by One Stop Centres and the launch of the Mission Shakti Dashboard, the government is strengthening transparency and service delivery for
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India is exploring the development and deployment of ANEEL, a Thorium-based fuel for its PHWR reactors, subject to government approvals. The current Uranium Oxide fuel usage will continue, optimizing Uranium resource usage. This is part of India's 3-stage nuclear program aimed at long-term energy security, which includes Fast
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development, in collaboration with other governmental bodies, is enhancing measures to safeguard women in the digital realm through the Mission Shakti initiative. This effort involves a holistic, victim-focused response to address and mitigate cybercrimes that target women, such as impersonation and non-consensual sharing of