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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of India is executing multiple programs to enhance the quality of life for elderly citizens. The initiatives include the Integrated Programme for Older Persons (IPOP), under which financial assistance is provided to NGOs for managing elderly care facilities. Another scheme, Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is actively progressing with the SMILE Scheme, targeting marginalized individuals. This major initiative includes the rehabilitation of those engaged in begging and support for transgender welfare. As of January 2026, the scheme has identified over 30,000 individuals in begging, rehabilitated more than
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The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has taken significant steps towards the welfare of De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes through various initiatives. Following the 2008 report by the Renke Commission, the government established the National Commission and later the Development and Welfare Board for these communities. The Scheme for
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The National Centre for Coastal Research, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has conducted a comprehensive study analyzing shoreline changes along Gujarat's Valsad and Navsari districts using data from 1990 to 2022. Over 58% of Valsad's and 60% of Navsari's coastlines are experiencing varying
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The Ministry of Earth Sciences reported significant advancements in the accuracy of weather forecasts, early warning dissemination, and climate services delivery during 2025. The India Meteorological Department's forecasts during the 2025 monsoon were highly accurate, with rainfall predictions closely aligning with actual occurrences. The government is advancing its
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) successfully predicted below-normal monsoon rainfall for Northeast India, including Assam, for 2025 using the Multi-Model Ensemble forecasting system. Enhancements in climate resilience involve advanced forecasting techniques, AI and ML integration, and satellite-based monitoring. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Earth Sciences, under the Prithvi Vigyan (PRITHVI) scheme, has significantly enhanced India's Earth observation networks. The scheme has improved weather, climate, ocean, and disaster forecast services through upgraded infrastructure and technology. Notable advancements include improved accuracy in severe weather event predictions and the development of
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To address increasing natural calamities, India's Ministry of Earth Sciences has modernized its weather forecasting systems with advanced models, increased computing power, and integration of AI and ML technologies, significantly improving predictive accuracy for severe weather events. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Earth Sciences in India, through various schemes and initiatives, has significantly enhanced its weather forecasting capabilities. The introduction of the Bharat Forecasting System, along with improved computing power and observational tools, aims to provide detailed and accurate weather services across the nation, including at local levels. These
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The sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha have returned to India following their first international public exposition at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Over a million devotees visited the temple, marking the event as a significant cultural milestone. This historic exposition was facilitated by a high-level Indian delegation
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam underscoring the importance of complete devotion in the service of the nation and humanity. Citing Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's commitment to empowering individuals, Modi highlighted the essence of national and humanitarian dedication. Source: Original Link
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The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, paid tribute to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya on his death anniversary, highlighting Upadhyaya's vision and the enduring relevance of his principle of Integral Humanism. Source: Original Link