NAVYA
The NAVYA initiative was launched in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, aimed at empowering adolescent girls aged 16 to 18 through vocational training. This program, a collaboration between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and the Ministry of Women and Child Development, seeks to equip girls with skills for self-reliance and
Sree Narayana Guru
In a historic address at the centenary celebration of the meeting between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi, the Prime Minister emphasized the enduring relevance of their ideals for social harmony and development in India. He highlighted the importance of Sree Narayana Guru's teachings in guiding the nation
Sree Narayana Guru
In his address at the centenary celebration of the meeting between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi, the Prime Minister emphasized the significance of their historical encounter in shaping India's freedom movement and promoting social harmony. He highlighted the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru, advocating for equality, service,
NAVYA
The Government of India is set to launch 'NAVYA', a pilot initiative aimed at skilling adolescent girls aged 16-18, on June 24, 2025, in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. This program, in alignment with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, will provide vocational training in non-traditional job roles across 27 districts,
Gender Budgeting
The Ministry of Women and Child Development in India held its first National Consultation on Gender Budgeting, aimed at enhancing gender budgeting processes across sectors. Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi launched the 'Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub' portal, emphasizing the government's commitment to gender equality and women&
PMAY-U 2.0
During the third meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC) on June 18, 2025, 2.35 lakh houses were approved for construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0). This brings the total sanctioned houses under PMAY-U 2.0 to 7.10 lakh.
Gender Budgeting
The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, will hold a National Consultation on Gender Budgeting on June 19, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi will launch the Gender Budgeting Knowledge Hub, a digital portal for policymakers. The event will involve participation from
Women empowerment
Smt. Savitri Thakur, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, reviewed the Safe Tourism Destination for Women project at NIPCCD, Indore. The project, funded by the Nirbhaya Fund, aims to create safe and empowering spaces for women across 50 tourist destinations in Madhya Pradesh. The review included on-site inspections
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited Bihar to participate in the centenary celebrations of martyr Buddhu Nonia. He emphasized the pride in the Nonia community's sacrifices for India's freedom and announced the installation of a statue of Buddhu Nonia in Patna. Chouhan highlighted the government'
Women empowerment
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significant role of women in India's development, highlighting the NDA government's focus on women-led initiatives over the past 11 years. He noted various programs like Swachh Bharat, Jan Dhan accounts, Ujjwala Yojana, and MUDRA loans that have empowered women across
Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, as part of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA). The initiative aims to connect scientists with farmers to enhance agricultural practices. Key announcements included the distribution of 8 lakh new homes under PM Awas Yojana, empowerment
World Environment Day
On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi planted a Sindoor sapling at his residence in New Delhi. The sapling was a gift from the courageous mothers and sisters of Kutch, Gujarat, who showed extraordinary bravery during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. Modi emphasized that the plant symbolizes the strength and