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Year-End Review of Swachh Bharat Mission - Grameen Phase II Achievements in 2025

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01 Jan 2026

The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation's 2025 review highlights significant progress under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II with over 83% of Indian villages declared Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus. The program included mass participation in the Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign, construction of millions of household latrines, and extensive waste management systems.

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Khelo India Winter Games 2026 Launches in Leh with New Sporting Additions

The Khelo India Winter Games 2026, set to commence in Leh, will feature over 1,000 participants across various ice sports, including the newly introduced Olympic discipline of figure skating. Aiming to replicate their success from last year, hosts UT Ladakh will compete for the top spot in the medal

MSDE Advances PM-SETU with Industry Consultation in Pune

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) convened a substantial industry consultation in Pune as part of progressing the PM-SETU scheme. The event, attended by industry leaders from sectors such as automotive and renewable energy, focused on aligning ITIs with industry needs through a hub-and-spoke model and industry-led governance,

Rabi Crops Show Significant Growth as of January 2026

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare reported a notable increase in Rabi crop coverage in India as of January 16, 2026. The total area covered under Rabi crops increased by 20.88 lakh hectares from the previous year, reaching 652.33 lakh hectares. Pulses showed a remarkable rise, especially

Digital India BHASHINI Division and National Health Authority Collaborate to Enable Multilingual Digital Health Services

The National Health Authority and the Digital India BHASHINI Division, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to integrate AI-powered multilingual translation services and language support into digital health platforms. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and engagement across India, aligning with initiatives like Ayushman

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Khelo India Winter Games 2026 Launches in Leh with New Sporting Additions

MSDE Advances PM-SETU with Industry Consultation in Pune

Rabi Crops Show Significant Growth as of January 2026

Digital India BHASHINI Division and National Health Authority Collaborate to Enable Multilingual Digital Health Services