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Ministry of Social Justice implements SMILE scheme for comprehensive rehabilitation and socio-economic empowerment of marginalized individuals, including beggars and transgender persons, promoting dignity and inclusion.
UDISE+ 2025-26 report highlights significant progress in India's school education, showing improved enrolment, teacher ratios, retention, and infrastructure, aligning with NEP 2020 goals.
Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, launches zero-commission model, empowering drivers as owners with social security and digital integration, advancing 'Sahkar se Samriddhi'.
Delhi's HPV vaccination drive struggles with parental hesitancy and misinformation, underscoring the critical need for trust-building and sustained awareness campaigns.
Centre opposes 'creamy layer' exclusion for SC/STs in Supreme Court, citing parliamentary power and lack of judicial precedent amidst ongoing petitions and student protests.
PM Modi outlines ambitious vision for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, emphasizing economic growth, technological advancement, social justice, and governance reforms.
Andaman & Nicobar administration invites proposals for a private-sector-led Green AI/Data Centre on Nicobar, facing tribal opposition to the larger mega infrastructure plan.
Jan Dhan Yojana completes 12 years, revolutionizing financial inclusion for millions through zero-balance accounts, direct benefit transfers, and digital public infrastructure.
Tribal Council alleges Andaman administration overlooks Shompen PVTG concerns, pushing "modern lifestyle" amidst controversial Great Nicobar development project.
NCSC launches comprehensive review of Centre's de-reservation proposals for government posts, citing recurring issues and incomplete efforts.
India significantly strengthens healthcare system over 12 years, expanding Ayushman Bharat, digital health, and workforce, achieving improved maternal, child, and disease outcomes.
Government strengthens SMILE-Beggary Scheme, rehabilitating over 10,000 individuals, including children, with new Model Guidelines and digital monitoring for dignified living.
Centre opposes creamy layer for SC/ST reservations in Supreme Court, citing historical disadvantage and Parliament's exclusive domain over policy changes.
Government's Skill India Mission schemes, including PMKVY and JSS, show significant positive impact on employment, income, and social inclusion across states.
New VB-GRAM G rural job scheme sees nearly 50% year-on-year decline in employment generation during its first month, impacting rural demand.
BJP MP introduces 'Shield Bill, 2025' to restrict social media access for minors under 13 without parental consent, imposing hefty penalties on non-compliant platforms.
Delhi's Lakshmi Yojana sparks debate on fiscal burden of Unconditional Cash Transfers, potentially diverting funds from critical public services like health and education.
Adivasi filmmakers are reclaiming their narratives and preserving cultural histories through cinema, gaining national recognition for authentic storytelling and countering misrepresentation.
Yemen's fragile truce collapses as Houthi rebels intensify attacks, pushing the nation towards full-scale civil war amidst mounting regional geopolitical tensions.
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