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In an effort to promote the use of eco-friendly materials, the Government of India has enforced the compulsory use of jute packaging for 100% of food grains and 20% of sugar for the season 2024-25 under the Jute Packaging Material (Compulsory Use in Packaging Commodities) Act, 1987. This move, announced
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On December 9, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Handicrafts Awards for the years 2023 and 2024 in New Delhi. In her speech, she highlighted the significance of handicrafts in India's cultural identity and their role in providing livelihoods, especially in rural areas. The sector, which employs
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On December 3, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of natural farming in a LinkedIn post. Inspired by a Summit in Coimbatore, Modi called for the nationwide adoption of natural farming practices to promote sustainability and environmental health. Source: Original Link
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Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav emphasized the importance of aligning sustainability with economic competitiveness at the CII IndiaEdge 2025 event in New Delhi. He highlighted India's commitment to sustainable development under Viksit Bharat@2047, noting that clean industrialization serves as a catalyst, not a constraint, to economic growth.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
The Ministry of Jal Shakti held a high-level brainstorming session chaired by Union Minister Shri C. R. Patil to discuss enhancing water governance and service delivery. Among the attendees were Ministers of State and senior ministry officials, who discussed issues like water resource management, drinking water and sanitation, and climate
Water Governance
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, led by Union Minister Shri C. R. Patil, held a crucial brainstorming session in New Delhi to discuss measures for improving water governance, service delivery, and ensuring water security with long-term sustainability. The session was attended by senior officials, alongside Ministers of State for Jal
Water Governance
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, led by Union Minister C. R. Patil, conducted a high-level brainstorming session focused on improving water governance, service delivery, and sustainable water management. Attended by key ministers and officials, the session emphasized the integration of modern technology, community involvement, and educational awareness to address water
Water Governance
The Ministry of Jal Shakti organized a high-level brainstorming session in New Delhi, chaired by Union Minister Shri C. R. Patil, to focus on strengthening water governance, improving service delivery, and ensuring water security and sustainability. The session involved discussions on topics such as water resources management, sanitation, river rejuvenation,
Jal Shakti
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, led by Union Minister Shri C. R. Patil, held a high-level brainstorming session focusing on water governance and service delivery improvements. Held on 26 November 2025 in New Delhi, the session included Ministers of State Shri V. Somanna and Dr Raj Bhushan Choudhary, among other
Water Governance
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, under the leadership of Union Minister Shri C. R. Patil, held a comprehensive brainstorming session focusing on strengthening water governance and service delivery in India. Key discussions involved enhancing water security, improving service delivery, and long-term sustainability of water initiatives. Emphasis was placed on community
G20 Summit
In his statement at the G20 Summit, the Prime Minister emphasized the need for international cooperation in disaster preparedness and response, advocating for a shift from a response-centric to a development-centric approach. He introduced initiatives like the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and the G20 Open Satellite Data Partnership to
G20 Summit
During the G20 Summit, the Prime Minister praised South Africa's leadership and highlighted key issues such as skilled migration, tourism, food security, AI, digital economy, innovation, and women's empowerment. He emphasized the need to rethink growth parameters to ensure resources are accessible to all, particularly in