Union Health Minister Shri JP Nadda conducted a review of AIIMS Bibinagar in Hyderabad, highlighting the significant expansion of healthcare infrastructure in India since the establishment of the first AIIMS. The minister emphasized the need for stronger human resources and announced various initiatives regarding medical education and community healthcare.
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On August 8, 2026, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, held a meeting with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The meeting was announced via a post on X, highlighting the engagement between the two leaders. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has merged the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation's Schemes aimed at Inter-Caste Marriages and Atrocity Victims into a Centrally Sponsored Scheme to enhance efficiency. This initiative also includes addressing pending financial disbursements. Source: Original Link
The Government of India confirms that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users will not face transaction charges, ensuring that the vast majority of transactions remain free for both consumers and merchants. The amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act is aimed at enhancing UPI's sustainability and technological advancement.
CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) showcased its Modified Mix Seal Surfacing Plus (MSS+) technology to the Chief Secretary of the Government of Rajasthan, highlighting its low-emission road construction and maintenance capabilities. A live demonstration on a Jaipur city road was conducted using India's first indigenously developed automatic mobile
