Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav inaugurated 42 new watershed schemes and commissioned 61 existing ones under PM Agricultural Irrigation Scheme 2.0 at Bihar Watershed Mahotsava 2026 event in Patna.
Kerala government inaugurates its first Work Near Home center in Kottarakkara, offering IT professionals urban-level facilities in rural settings to reduce commuting stress and attract talent.
Punjab Minister Dr Baljit Kaur launched Phase II of 'Sade Bazurag, Sada Maan' in Mohali, allocating Rs 7.86 crore for district-level camps offering healthcare, pensions, and legal aid to senior citizens.
Union DoNER Secretary Chanchal Kumar visited Aizawl, praising Mizoram's new ginger processing facility as a key livelihood source. Chief Minister Lalduhoma pressed for quicker resolution of pending projects.
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has launched the Ladli Behna Yojana 2.0, enhancing financial aid for women with increased monthly support and new benefits.
As Budget 2026 approaches, taxpayers recall last year's major cuts. Experts weigh in on potential changes for middle-class relief and foreign investment.
Uttar Pradesh government aims to register all 2.88 crore farmers within three months to ensure scheme benefits. Current registration stands at over 60%.
Workers with MGNREGA job cards can continue working without disruption when the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission Act takes effect next financial year.
The Indian government has approved a Rs 10,300 crore AI Mission to build compute infrastructure, aiming to boost innovation and position India as a global AI leader.
NITI Aayog recommends merging government schemes to improve efficiency and reduce duplication. This move aims to streamline resources and enhance service delivery across India.
Kanpur emerges as a top performer in Uttar Pradesh's renewable energy push, installing over 20,000 rooftop solar systems that generate 64 MW of clean electricity annually.
Chief Secretary reviews Pashmina development plan in Ladakh, focusing on boosting production and supporting local artisans for economic growth.
Punjab government approves digital ticketing machines for state-run buses, enabling QR, UPI, card payments, GPS tracking, and smart cards for women and students.
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chairs pre-budget consultation at Hisar agricultural university, seeking inputs from farmers and experts for 2026-27 budget with focus on holistic farm growth.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu urges the central government to impose a 100% import duty on apples and enforce a seasonal ban from July to November to protect local growers.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the state's ambitious target to generate 3,500 MW of solar power by 2030 during the inauguration of a 70 MW solar plant in Dhubri district.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced the VB-G RAM G scheme in Arunachal Pradesh, extending job guarantees to 125 days and introducing unemployment allowances as part of India's development goals.
The Bihar government approves Rs 314 crore for a 30-storey Bihar Bhavan in Mumbai, featuring 178 rooms and a 240-bed dormitory to assist patients, especially cancer sufferers, and their attendants.
The Rural Development Ministry plans to allow verified MGNREGA job cards during the transition to the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar Act, ensuring continuity for rural workers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off three new Amrit Bharat trains from Bengal on January 18. These trains offer premium travel at Rs 500 per 1,000 km, connecting key routes like Howrah-Delhi and Sealdah-Banaras.
Jammu & Kashmir is rapidly shifting to solar energy to address winter power shortages and high electricity bills. The government has solarized thousands of buildings and installed solar pumps on farms.
With the Union Budget 2026-27 just weeks away, several agriculture schemes announced in the previous budget remain unimplemented, raising concerns about delayed benefits for farmers.
The Outcome Budget links government spending directly to expected results. This approach aims to enhance accountability and measure the effectiveness of public funds in various schemes.
The Uttar Pradesh government organized awareness camps in Lucknow to register construction workers and promote welfare schemes like education and health benefits.
The Uttar Pradesh government's Zero Poverty Program has helped over 4,500 people secure jobs through skill training. Officials aim to make families self-reliant by connecting them with employment opportunities.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav laid the foundation for an Rs 800.19 crore water supply project from the Narmada river to meet Indore's growing clean water needs under AMRUT 2.0.
Finance Ministry will use its old North Block printing press for Budget 2026-27 copies due to constraints at new Kartavya Bhavan complex, maintaining tradition amid transition.
Punjab will automate its QR code-based liquor tracking system to prevent excise duty evasion and counterfeit products. The new system ensures real-time monitoring from distilleries to retail stores.