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Rs 1,142 Crore Finance Commission Grants Released to Four States for Rural Local Development

Official Press

25 Mar 2026

The Union Government of India has approved and distributed Rs 1,142 crore as untied grants from the Fifteenth Finance Commission for the financial year 2025–26. This fund allocation will benefit Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) across Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Punjab, and Mizoram, aimed at empowering grassroots governance and enabling need-based local development.

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Ministry of Minority Affairs Sets Directions for Progress on Welfare Schemes in Karnataka

Dr. Srivatsa Srikrishna, Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, conducted a key meeting with the Government of Karnataka to review and accelerate the implementation of various welfare schemes for minority communities. The discussions emphasized innovative proposals to ensure benefits reach the grassroots effectively. Source: Original Link

Operation Sindoor: India's Assertive Response to Terrorism

Operation Sindoor marks a strategic shift in India's approach to terrorism, moving from diplomatic statements to decisive military action under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh highlighted India's military prowess and technological advancements in AI during the operation, asserting India'

APEDA Advances Basmati Rice Ecosystem with New Initiatives

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has taken a major step in enhancing the Basmati rice ecosystem in India by entering into a 70-year lease agreement for the development of a Basmati & Organic Training Centre-cum-Demo Farm in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. This will be India'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Emphasizes the Power of Enthusiasm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of enthusiasm and positive energy in achieving success by sharing a Sanskrit proverb. He emphasized that these traits keep individuals active and are crucial to the nation's development and prosperity. Source: Original Link

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Ministry of Minority Affairs Sets Directions for Progress on Welfare Schemes in Karnataka

Operation Sindoor: India's Assertive Response to Terrorism

APEDA Advances Basmati Rice Ecosystem with New Initiatives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Emphasizes the Power of Enthusiasm