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The Election Commission of India (ECI) conducted briefing sessions for Central Observers tasked with overseeing forthcoming Assembly Elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. The event, led by Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar, emphasized the role of Observers in ensuring fair and transparent elections. A total
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through its agencies TRIFED and NSTFDC, is boosting tribal entrepreneurship and livelihoods in Assam. Since 2019, 495 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras have been set up with a budget of Rs. 7425 lakhs, engaging over 1.5 lakh members. TRIFED is fostering market access for tribal
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India has reached a milestone by achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources as of June 2025, surpassing its original target. This accomplishment highlights India's dedication to climate action and sustainable development. The country added a substantial 48,436 MW in renewable energy during
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Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, informed Lok Sabha about EMRS establishment challenges in Bhagalpur, Bihar, due to population criteria not being met. The initiative, announced in the 2018-19 Union Budget, focuses on providing quality education to tribal students in blocks with more than 50% Scheduled
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has sanctioned 11 Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museums across 10 states to honor tribal contributions in India's freedom movement. Funded under schemes like 'Support to Tribal Research Institute' and 'Proviso to Article 275(1)', the Ministry aims to raise awareness
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, led by Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Shri Durgadas Uikey, has outlined the guidelines for establishing Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in areas with significant Scheduled Tribes population and adequate tribal population. The scheme aims to provide quality education to tribal students within
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued the Telecommunication (Broadcasting and Cable) Services Interconnection (Addressable Systems) (Seventh Amendment) Regulations, 2026. These amendments aim to enhance the audit process for broadcasting and cable services by introducing measures to increase transparency, reduce redundant audits, and ensure accountability among auditors. The
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has embarked on initiatives to reinforce Gram Sabhas and Community Forest Resource Management Committees, promoting the protection of Community Forest Rights as outlined in the FRA. Financial aid is provided through the DhartiAabaJanjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan to develop community-led forest management plans. Source: Original Link
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Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, shared updates on two critical proposals: the inclusion of the Jhodia community in Odisha's Scheduled Tribes list as a synonym of Paroja, and the recognition of the Soura language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. The Jhodia
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the beta version of the Adi Vaani mobile application, focusing on real-time translation and cultural preservation for tribal languages. Although currently available on Android, efforts are underway to expand its language reach and improve offline features, with specific outreach still lacking in Kerala.
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Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Durgadas Uikey, reported in the Lok Sabha that 7,083 teaching staff were recruited through ESSE-2023 for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), with 2,765 being female. The report highlighted the service conditions governed by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS)
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs shared progress on the implementation of the Scheduled Tribes And Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006. Approximately 85.40% of claims have been settled across 20 states and 1 union territory, according to the latest reports. The Ministry emphasized the resolution