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The Ministry of Culture has implemented significant improvements at the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for the year. The staff in the Excavation Branches has increased from 86 to 102, following regular recruitment processes. Additionally, modern technologies such as LiDAR, GIS, and drones are employed in studying and documenting ancient
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The Production Linked Incentive Scheme for the Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) has driven a cumulative investment of ₹9,207 crore by approved applicants. From April 2021 to September 2025, the PLISFPI beneficiaries reported export sales amounting to ₹89053.44 crore. With 170 applications approved under the scheme, there are currently
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In a significant move to bolster safety regulations and worker protections, the Indian government has overhauled labor laws for hazardous sector workers by consolidating 29 Central labor laws into four comprehensive Labour Codes. Key provisions include mandatory annual health check-ups, enhanced risk assessment processes, and robust social security benefits. The
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Indian Railways, as part of its goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030, has significantly accelerated its renewable energy projects. By November 2025, the railway network had commissioned 812 MW of solar and 93 MW of wind power for its traction needs. Moreover, 1,600 MW of round-the-clock
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The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance has revised the recruitment process for the banking sector. This new framework aims to streamline the recruitment cycle for the State Bank of India (SBI), Nationalised Banks (NBs), and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), improving transparency in the examination process
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The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions has announced a new initiative, 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore', aimed at addressing public grievances and enhancing service delivery across India. Scheduled from December 19-25, 2025, the campaign will occur in all districts, states, and union territories as part of Good
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The National Steering Committee for the PM Vishwakarma scheme approved a series of proposals to enhance the process of loan sanctions and disbursements for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Key measures include revisiting pending applications, offering smaller loans to reduce EMI burdens, and improving communication with beneficiaries through calls
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The Ministry of Tourism in India is actively enhancing tourism in tribal areas through initiatives like Swadesh Darshan and Swadesh Darshan 2.0. These projects aim to develop tourism experiences and infrastructure across various destinations, particularly in the North-Eastern regions, by providing financial assistance to state governments and Union Territory
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The Ministry of Tourism in India has been actively strengthening the tourism and hospitality workforce through the 'Capacity Building for Service Providers (CBSP)' scheme. This initiative, conducted in collaboration with both government and private institutes, offers short-term training courses, such as Hunar Se Rozgar Tak and Tourism Awareness
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India launched a pilot project to test the Toyota Mirai, a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle, on its roads as part of its National Green Hydrogen Mission. The collaboration between the National Institute for Solar Energy, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and the government aims to advance hydrogen mobility by assessing the
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The Ministry of Tourism has clarified there is no national policy planned to ensure women's safety at tourist destinations. Although safety and security of tourists fall under state jurisdiction, the ministry has been working with various state governments and Union Territories (UTs) to establish dedicated tourist police forces.
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The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has established eight High-Level Task Forces (HLTFs) to strategize in sectors like agriculture, sports, and infrastructure to propel the region's growth. These task forces involve interstate coordination, facilitated by the Poorvottar Vikas Setu portal, providing a digital platform for