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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - October 2018

Oct 2018

Mar 11, 2024

PM Modi Participates in 'Sashakt Nari-Viksit Bharat' Programme in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 'Sashakt Nari-Viksit Bharat' programme and witness agricultural drone demonstrations conducted by 'Namo Drone Didis' at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute on Monday.
Namo Drone Didis from 11 different locations nationwide will also participate in the demonstration simultaneously. During the programme, Modi will also hand over drones to 1,000 Namo Drone Didis, a statement by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said.
The 'Namo Drone Didi' and 'Lakhpati Didi' initiatives are integral to the prime minister's vision of fostering economic empowerment and financial autonomy among women, especially in rural areas, the statement said.
To further this vision, Prime Minister Modi will felicitate 'Lakhpati Didis', who have achieved success with the support of the 'Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission' and are supporting and motivating other self-help group members for their upliftment.

PM Inaugurates Gurugram Section of Dwarka Expressway

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate the Haryana section of the much-awaited Dwarka Expressway in Gurugram (Haryana) in March 2024.
The eight-lane high-speed expressway is India's first elevated highway, and is expected to help improve traffic flow and ease congestion between Delhi and Gurugram.
The Haryana section includes two packages -- from the Delhi-Haryana border to Basai ROB (10.2 km) and from Basai ROB to Kherki Daula (Cloverleaf Interchange) (8.7 km).
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Gurugram section of the Dwarka Expressway on March 11.
"The Prime Minister will inaugurate the Dwarka expressway on March 11, subject to clearance from the department," Khattar said, referring to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
According to NHAI officials, approximately 99 per cent of the work on the Gurugram section of the expressway has been finished, with around 90 per cent completion in the Delhi segment.

Bichom Becomes the 27th District of Arunachal Pradesh

Bichom, the 27^th district of Arunachal Pradesh, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Pema Khandu.
The state assembly passed the Arunachal Pradesh (Re-Organisation of Districts) (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in February, leading to the creation of Bichom and Keyi Panyor districts.
Bichom, carved out of West and East Kameng, includes 27 villages from West Kameng and 28 from East Kameng, marking a significant milestone for the region.

Rangpo, Sikkim's First Railway Station

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Sikkim's first railway station at Rangpo. The prime minister emphasised that the station's design will draw inspiration from the rich culture, heritage, and architecture of the Himalayan state.
The foundation stone laying for the Rangpo railway station is a historic and proud moment for Sikkim. Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, who was present at the function held in Khanikola, Rangpo, highlighted the station's significance in the context of 'Viksit Bharat@2047' and its potential to enhance the tourism sector by offering expedited and convenient travel options.

Mar 10, 2024

The government has announced the extension of the Rs 300 per LPG cylinder subsidy to poor women u...

Mr. Munda said, the Tribal Affairs Ministry has collaborated with the Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru to provide skill training to Scheduled Tribe students in the field of Semiconductor.
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda has said that 740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools will be made functional across the country by 2025-26. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Mr Munda said, out of these, 401 Eklavya Model Residential schools have been started. He said that ten thousand teachers have been recruited for these schools and soon ten thousand more teachers will be recruited.

Ujjwala Scheme: Govt extends Rs 300 LPG subsidy for beneficiaries for FY25

Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has decided to extend this subsidy until 2024-25. It is expected to benefit nearly 10 crore families and will cost the government Rs 12,000 crore.
The government has announced the extension of the Rs 300 per LPG cylinder subsidy to poor women under the Ujjwala Yojana for the next fiscal starting April 1. The subsidy was increased from Rs 200 per cylinder last year.
The announcement comes ahead of the general elections scheduled for April-May. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched in May 2016 to provide deposit-free LPG connections to adult women of poor households.

WCD Ministry organises Poshan Pakhwada 2024 from 9th March to 23rd March

The Ministry of Women and Child Development is organising Poshan Pakhwada 2024 from today to the 23rd of March. During the Pakhwada, mass sensitisation and community activities will be held around the themes including Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi, dietary practices focused on sensitisation around nutrition and health of pregnant women.
The Ministry in a statement said that in addition to these themes, States and partner Ministries and Departments can also organise additional sensitisation activities around other important areas. They include improving nutrition through Mission LiFE and adopting Sustainable
Food Systems by promoting Millet and Poshan Vatikas at Anganwadi Centres. Besides, Diarrhea management; Tests, Treat, Talk Anemia; and Swasth Balak Spardha can also be organised to promote regular growth measurement of enrolled children at Anganwadi Centres.

Mar 09, 2024

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar Opens 2 STPI Centers in Thiruvananthapuram & Kochi

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar inaugurated two Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) centres in Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi, marking a significant milestone in Kerala's tech ecosystem. Additionally, he facilitated an MoU between IBM and C-DAC to accelerate India's Processor Design and manufacturing capabilities for High-Performance Computing.
uring the Semicon India FutureDesign Roadshow held at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), the Minister highlighted the importance of semiconductor technology and its role in India's digital transformation. He emphasized the need for Kerala's participation in India's semiconductor journey under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi.

Mar 08, 2024

Vice-President Dhankhar to Embark on One-day Tour across Three Southern States

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar will embark on a one-day tour across three southern states on Friday, according to an official statement.
His itinerary will commence with a visit to the ISRO Satellite Integration and Testing Establishment in Bengaluru. The Vice-President will also be the Chief Guest at the Rajanaka Puraskar conferring event in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram.
In the final leg of his tour, Dhankhar will grace the Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore.

Kerala Launches India's First Govt-Backed OTT Platform, 'CSpace'

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has inaugurated the state's own Over-The-Top (OTT) platform at Kairali Theatre.
The platform, called CSpace, is India's first government-backed OTT platform. The OTT platform is managed by Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC), a state-owned entity entrusted with the promotion of Malayalam cinema. A special curator panel is set by KSFDC to select content for the platform.
In the first phase, 42 films, including 35 feature films, six documentaries and one short film have been admitted to CSpace and will be available to the public for streaming. CSpace is available for download on both Andriod and iOS.

PM Modi to Unveil Projects Worth Rs. 18,000 crore in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay foundation stones of projects worth around Rs. 18,000 crore during his two-day tour of Assam starting Friday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
Addressing a press meet in Guwahati on Thursday, Sarma said Modi will, for the first time, visit UNESCO heritage site Kaziranga National Park and undertake a safari.

PM Modi to Present First Ever National Creators Award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the first ever National Creators Award at the Bharat Mandapam on Friday, his office said, noting that it has been envisioned as a launch pad for using creativity to drive positive change.

Mar 07, 2024

Difteen Years after Fallout, BJP-BJD Set To Join Hands for Lok Sabha, Assembly Polls in Odisha

In a boost for the National Democratic Alliance, the BJP and Naveen Patnaik-led Biju Janata Dal (BJD) are all set to join hands 15 years after they had a fallout over the seat-sharing deal in 2009. This will be yet another setback for the Congress-led INDIA block as coming together of the BJP and the BJD would result in a stronger alliance in Odisha which has 147 assembly seats and 21 Lok Sabha seats. Senior BJP leaders met top BJP leadership and discussed the way forward. After the meeting, the BJD issued a statement saying the party will take decisions that will be beneficial for the state.

Government Raises Minimum Age for Postal Voting to 85 Years

The Indian government, following consultations with the Election Commission of India (ECI), revised the minimum age criterion for senior citizens to avail the postal ballot voting facility. The decision, which came into effect immediately, raises the eligibility age from 80 to 85 years, marking a pivotal change in the electoral process aimed at ensuring greater convenience for the nation's elderly population.
According to electoral data published in February, India boasts a staggering electorate of 96.88 crore, with 1.85 crore citizens above the age of 80. Under the amended Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, the definition of "senior citizens" eligible for postal ballot voting has been updated in Section 27(A) (e) to include only those above 85 years, replacing the previous threshold of 80 years.

Brajesh Mehrotra is New Chief Secretary of Bihar

The Bihar government appointed senior IAS officer Brajesh Mehrotra as the new Chief Secretary of the state. This appointment underscores the government's commitment to efficient governance and administrative excellence.
Brajesh Mehrotra, a seasoned bureaucrat from the 1989 batch, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Mehrotra's illustrious career is marked by dedication and competence.

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