India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Sr. No. Cotton Year Area Production Productivity 2020-21 132.85 352.48 451 2021-22 123.71 311.17 428 2022-23 129.27 336.60 443 2023-24 126.88 325.22 436 2024-25 114.84 297.24 440 2025-26 (P) 114.82 290.91 431 ITEMS 2024-2025 2025-2026 Percentage Change APRIL Percentage Change 2025-2026 2026-2027 Cotton Yarn 7564.61 9074.13 19.96 954.51 848.37 -11.12 Raw Cotton 562224.70 1013455.16 80.2...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In the 15th Finance Commission, components of nutritional support for children below the age of 6 years, pregnant women and lactating mothers, Adolescent Girls (14 - 18 years); Early Childhood Care and Education [3-6 years]; Anganwadi infrastructure including modern, upgraded Saksham Anganwadi, Poshan Abhiyaan and Scheme for Adolescent Girls were reorganised under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0. Under Mission Saksham Ang...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To improve nutritional outcomes among the children from 0-6 years of age, Ministry of Women and Child Development has launched Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 (Mission Poshan 2.0) by subsuming Anganwadi services, Poshan Abhiyaan and Scheme for Adolescent girls (14-18 years, in Aspirational Districts and North-Eastern region). It is a Centrally Sponsored Mission, where the responsibility for implementation of various activi...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To address the challenges of malnutrition, Anganwadi services, Poshan Abhiyaan and Scheme for Adolescent girls have been subsumed under the umbrella Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 (Mission Poshan 2.0). It is a Centrally Sponsored Mission, where the responsibility for implementation of various activities lies with the States and UTs. The Mission is being implemented in all States and UTs in the country including high burde...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: To address the challenges of malnutrition, Anganwadi services, Poshan Abhiyaan and Scheme for Adolescent girls (of 14-18 years in Aspirational Districts and North-Eastern region) have been subsumed under the umbrella Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 (Mission Poshan 2.0). It is a Centrally Sponsored mission, where the responsibility for implementation of various activities lies with the States and UTs. The Mission is being i...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: One Stop Centre (OSC) is a component of the Sambal vertical under the umbrella Mission Shakti. It provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress, both in private and public spaces all across the country. So far, 1,033 One Stop Centres (OSCs) have been approved across the country. Out of which, 985 One Stop Centres have been made operational across the coun...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Ministry has introduced 'Poshan Tracker' digital application as an important governance tool for real time monitoring and tracking of all Anganwadi Centres (AWCs), Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and beneficiaries on defined indicators under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0. Poshan Tracker app has enabled the Ministry to review the implementation of the scheme on various parameters and to make course correction. It has facilit...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: MOBILE PHONES ARE BANNED IN THE CAMPUS OF UPSC EXAMINATION HALLS. On the basis of the result of the written part of the Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026 held by U.P.S.C. on 21st June 2026, the candidates with the under mentioned Roll Numbers have qualified for Interview/ Personality Test. 2. The candidature of these candidates is PROVISIONAL subject to their being found eligible in all respects. The candidates would ...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Kargil Vijay Diwas honours the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve of the Bravehearts of Operation Vijay. It commemorates India's historic victory in the Kargil War and celebrates the spirit that safeguarded the Nation's sovereignty. The occasion also reflects Kargil's enduring legacy. It continues to strengthen India's military preparedness, inspire generations, and reinforce the Nation's unwavering commitment to its securi...
India, July 24 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Soil is a strategic national resource that supports agricultural productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods in India. National initiatives are promoting scientific soil management through soil testing, balanced nutrient use, and climate-resilient farming practices. The Soil Health Card Scheme has generated over 25.89 crore cards, supporting informed nutrient management. The National Mission on Natural Farming has expanded t...