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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
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, with financial backing, supports the establishment of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) in Andhra Pradesh through TRIFED, under PMJVM and PM-JANMAN initiatives. As of now, 488 VDVKs have been sanctioned, with a significant portion already operational. Source: Original Link
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The Government of India, led by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has implemented numerous schemes aimed at the holistic development of Scheduled Tribes (STs). These initiatives, like the Eklavya Model Residential Schools, are designed to improve education, livelihood, and infrastructure among tribal communities, bridging the socio-economic gaps between STs and
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The Indian Ministry of Tribal Affairs shared progress on Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) in Telangana and Gujarat, aiming to provide quality education to tribal students. The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, stated that substantial funds were released to these states for school infrastructure and
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The Union Government, through the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has launched the 'DhartiAabaJanjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan' to support the implementation of the Forest Rights Act by setting up FRA Cells in various states and territories. These cells aim to expedite the recognition of tribal and forest dwellers'
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through TRIFED, is enhancing tribal entrepreneurship by implementing the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM). This initiative provides financial support to State Governments for the establishment of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) aimed at value addition of Minor Forest Produce and other non-farm produce. Under