fisheries development
The Government of India is implementing various schemes for the holistic development of the fisheries sector in Kerala, including the Blue Revolution Scheme, Kisan Credit Card for fisheries, and the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana. Over the past decade, projects worth Rs. 1790 crore have been approved, benefiting over 2
Handloom Hackathon
The inaugural Handloom Hackathon at IIT Delhi brought together over 400 participants from 250 teams across India, showcasing innovative solutions to modernize the handloom sector. Organized by the Ministry of Textiles, the event emphasized collaboration between government, academia, and industry, focusing on design innovation, market access, and sustainability. Winning solutions
sustainability
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised a significant initiative by Deendayal Port Authority that promotes sustainability and reinforces India's commitment to achieving Net-Zero emissions. He described the effort as commendable and essential for powering India's Net-Zero vision. Source: Original Link
Steel Production
The Ministry of Steel outlines initiatives to enhance domestic steel production, including the DMI&SP Policy for promoting 'Made in India' steel, the PLI Scheme for Specialty Steel, and measures to reduce input costs. The government is also focusing on green steel technologies, with a roadmap for
Food Processing
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has commissioned a study to assess post-harvest losses of agricultural produce in India, focusing on 54 crops. The study revealed significant losses during farm operations and market levels, particularly in Punjab. MoFPI collaborates with various ministries and organizations to enhance the food processing
Jal Jeevan Mission
The Government of India has announced the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) until 2028, aiming to provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every rural household. As of July 2025, over 15.67 Crore rural households have tap water supply, representing 80.95% of the total rural households.
Agricultural Revolution
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has launched initiatives under the Agricultural Revolution 4.0, utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to enhance crop productivity, sustainability, and farmer livelihoods. Key initiatives include the 'Kisan e-Mitra' AI chatbot for farmer assistance, the National Pest
Blue Economy
The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) hosted a national-level Brainstorming Workshop on Blue Economy Investments in New Delhi on July 25, 2025. Chaired by Dr. M. Ravichandran, the workshop brought together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss trade, investments, startups, and ease of doing business in the blue economy. Participants
World Food India
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, is set to host the 4th edition of 'World Food India' from September 25-28, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event aims to position India as a global hub for food innovation and sustainability, with participation expected from
agriculture
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has implemented various AI and IoT initiatives to enhance crop productivity and farmer livelihoods. Key initiatives include the 'Kisan e-Mitra' chatbot for farmer queries, the National Pest Surveillance System for pest detection, and financial assistance for drone usage in agriculture. The
Textiles
The Ministry of Textiles has supported the organization of Bharat TEX 2025, a global textile event aimed at showcasing India's textile value chain and innovations. NIFT has formed collaborations with over 22 institutions in 14 countries to enhance academic exchanges and promote sustainable practices in fashion education. These
Coal Sector
The Indian Ministry of Coal has outlined strategic initiatives to enhance the sustainability and competitiveness of the coal sector, which is crucial for the country's energy security. With coal accounting for 55% of India's energy needs, the government is focusing on greening initiatives, energy efficiency, efficient