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    Accountability

    Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana Celebrates a Decade of Transformative Financial Inclusion

    The program's success is reflected in its impressive reach. As of August 14, 2024, over 53.14 crore beneficiaries have been banked under PMJDY, with...
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    Agri-business

    Union Budget 2024-25 Propels Agriculture with ₹1.52 Lakh Crore Allocation

    Land reforms are expected to streamline land administration and planning, facilitating easier access to agricultural services and improving urban local body finances. Digital infrastructure...
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    Civil society

    The missing ‘worker’ in Budget 2022 and its implications

    Two popular words — ‘worker’ and ‘labourer’ were absent in the finance minister’s speech. This signifies a paternalistic approach to workers where workers are...
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    Empowerment

    In Rajya Sabha: Women’s Safety Measures Under Umbrella Scheme being Strengthened, says Bandi Sanjay Kumar

    Over 34,626 officials have received specialised training on DNA evidence management and the use of Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kits, with 18,020 kits distributed across States/UTs.
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    Agriculture policy

    In Rajya Sabha: Pilot Project Launched for World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector

    India faces a significant challenge in foodgrain storage, with a substantial gap between production and storage capacity, leading to potential losses and impacting food security.
    Clean tech

    Global Wealth Plummets: Economic Catastrophe Looms with Rising Temperatures, Australian Study Warns

    The study highlights that the economic damage will not be evenly distributed. Developing nations, often located in regions more vulnerable to extreme weather events, will bear the brunt of the impact.

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    Empowerment

    In Rajya Sabha: Women’s Safety Measures Under Umbrella Scheme being Strengthened, says Bandi Sanjay Kumar

    Over 34,626 officials have received specialised training on DNA evidence management and the use of Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kits, with 18,020 kits distributed across States/UTs.
    Agriculture policy

    In Rajya Sabha: Pilot Project Launched for World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector

    India faces a significant challenge in foodgrain storage, with a substantial gap between production and storage capacity, leading to potential losses and impacting food security.
    Afghanistan

    Pakistan Begins Mass Repatriation of Afghan Refugees Amidst International Backlash

    The coming weeks will determine how the repatriation unfolds and whether diplomatic efforts can alter the course of what many fear could become one of the largest forced migrations in recent history.
    Clean tech

    Global Wealth Plummets: Economic Catastrophe Looms with Rising Temperatures, Australian Study Warns

    The study highlights that the economic damage will not be evenly distributed. Developing nations, often located in regions more vulnerable to extreme weather events, will bear the brunt of the impact.
    Disaster Management

    Russia’s Strategic Ceasefire Negotiations: The Battle Beyond the Battlefield

    While US Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Brussels for high-stakes NATO talks, former President Donald Trump’s recent remarks suggest a shift in American policy toward Russia’s reluctance to agree to a ceasefire.

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