Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a recent mishap in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. He announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 2 lakh to the families of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 for the injured. The PM extended his thoughts and prayers to the affected families during this difficult time.
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A 'Chintan Shivir on Medicinal Plants' was conducted by the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) in New Delhi, gathering experts from government, industry, academia, and state authorities to discuss policy and innovation in the medicinal plants sector. The event focused on themes like cultivation, certification, and best practices,
Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, inaugurated the foundation stones for Academic Block-103 and Girls Hostel-50B at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. These projects are part of an initiative to expand infrastructure with a focus on sustainability and modern educational facilities. The projects, valued at Rs. 430 Crores,
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has announced ongoing efforts under the Green Highways (Plantation, Transplantation, Beautification and Maintenance) Policy, 2015, aiming to make national highways more sustainable. Emphasis is placed on using recycled materials, eco-friendly technologies, and native plant species to enhance environmental sustainability and combat climate change
Following fatal bus fires on the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur and Kurnool-Bangalore routes, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued safety advisories to ensure compliance with bus safety standards. The infractions noted include buses exceeding length limits and lacking adequate emergency exits. Source: Original Link