Skill Development Initiatives For Women in Emerging Technologies

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Sectors PMKVY NAPS CTS/ITIs Artificial Intelligence 19,697 1,426 603 Semiconductor 4,537 - 12 Renewable Energy 57,681 17,557 1,260 Financial Year Schemes PMKVY NAPS JSS CTS 2021-22 3,05,751 1,23,767 3,85,242 1,68,170 2022-23 1,10,997 1,49,191 5,74,811 1,76,062 2023-24 2,82,102 1,96,909 4,03,035 2,05,166 2024-25 11,39,225 2,24,465 4,29,588 1,85,527 2025-26 72,302 3,06,307 4,33,454 2,20,81...


Centre Releases Rs.747.17 Crore to Uttar Pradesh Since 2019-20 for Implementation of SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Central Government is implementing the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Strengthening of Machinery for Enforcement of the Protection of Civil Rights (PCR) Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Under the Scheme, Central Assistance is released to States and Union Territories, including Uttar Pradesh, for the effective implementation of the Acts and for providing relief to v...


Government Clarifies Objective and Eligibility Criteria for Reservation to Economically Weaker Sections

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Central Government has stated that the objective of the reservation policy for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is to provide reservation benefits to economically weaker persons who are not covered under the existing reservation schemes for the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs). Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri B.L. Verma shared the ...


Fresh nationwide survey during 2024-25 finds no manual scavengers

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Central Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the complete eradication of manual scavenging and the rehabilitation of identified manual scavengers through sustained financial assistance, skill development and livelihood support under the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme. Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar shared these details in reply to question in Rajya Sab...


Harnessing the Power of the Sun: How VCF-SC Enabled Palnadu Solar Power Pvt. Ltd. to Drive Clean Energy and Rural Development

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Sustainable energy infrastructure plays a vital role in promoting economic development while ensuring environmental conservation. Through timely institutional support, many entrepreneurs are contributing towards India's renewable energy transition. One such inspiring example is Palnadu Solar Power Pvt. Ltd., a renewable energy enterprise established by Ms. Sujatha Seelam in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. The company's journey demonstrates...


Delivering Affordable Cancer Care to Rural Communities: How VCF-SC Enabled Harshamitra Oncology Pvt. Ltd. to Expand Quality Healthcare Services

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Access to affordable and quality cancer treatment remains a significant challenge for patients living in rural and semi-urban areas. Establishing specialised oncology facilities requires substantial investment in advanced medical equipment and infrastructure, making quality cancer care inaccessible for many underprivileged communities. Demonstrating how institutional financial support can strengthen healthcare entrepreneurship, Hars...


Strengthening Textile Manufacturing Through Export Excellence: How VCF-SC Enabled J'Yani Fabrics Pvt. Ltd. to Expand Business and Generate Employment

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The textile manufacturing sector plays a pivotal role in India's economy by generating employment, promoting exports and strengthening domestic manufacturing. However, expanding production capacity and meeting international quality standards require timely financial support. Demonstrating how institutional assistance can transform entrepreneurial aspirations into sustainable enterprises, J'Yani Fabrics Pvt. Ltd., established in Sang...


GI & Beyond 2.0 Summit showcases India's GI-tagged Handloom and Handicraft Products, strengthening collaboration across the GI ecosystem

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The GI & Beyond 2.0 Summit, organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, in association with the Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC), concluded successfully today at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The Summit showcased India's rich GI-tagged handloom and handicraft products and brought together policymakers, overseas buyers, exporters, industry lea...


FOREST RIGHTS ACT

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Shri Durgadas Uikey informed the Rajya Sabha today that As per the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 (in short, FRA) and Rules made thereunder, State Governments and UT Administrations are responsible for implementation of various provisions of the Act while the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) compiles Monthly Progress Repo...


PARTICIPATION OF TRIBAL WOMEN IN VDVKs

India, Aug. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Shri Durgadas Uikey informed the Rajya Sabha today that the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through TRIFED, is implementing two schemes, namely Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) and Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN), to strengthen entrepreneurship initiatives and facilitate livelihood opportunities for tribal men and women through more efficient, equ...