Chandigarh, Feb 19 (IANS) Haryana will begin the first phase of Census 2027, India’s first fully digital population count, from May 1 to 30. Chairing a one-day virtual conference of Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners and Municipal Commissioners, Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Thursday described the Census as far more than a statistical exercise, calling it the foundation for policy decisions, welfare programmes and infrastructure planning for the next decade.He said the objective …
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New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Social justice is central to India’s Viksit Bharat goals, said Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur at the 64th session of the UN Commission for Social Development in New York, US.Leading the Indian delegation, Thakur highlighted its rights-based, inclusive, and people-centric development approach at the UN discussion.”Social justice remains central to India’s national vision of Viksit Bharat@2047,” the Minister said.Recalling that the Copenhag…
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Praising Operation Sindoor in her address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday that the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity enshrined in our Constitution define our Republic. Describing the Constitution as the foundational document of the largest republic in world history, the President said, “Since 26th January, 1950, we have been propelling our Republic towards our constitutional ideals.”The President al…
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, commemorated the National Girl Child Day by highlighting the decade-long efforts of the Union government in creating a conducive environment for girls’ well-being and their contribution towards Viksit Bharat. In a message on social media platform X, PM Modi said, “On National Girl Child Day, we reaffirm our unwavering resolve to ensure that the girl child leads a life of dignity, opportunity and hope.”The Prime Minister added, “…
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) India is advancing towards an equitable society with no gender discrimination and equal opportunities for girls, said the government.Initiated in 2008 by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), the day serves as a platform to raise awareness about gender discrimination, promote equal opportunities, and foster an environment where girls can thrive as empowered citizens.The day also aligns effectively with India’s vision of women-led development and Viksit Bhar…
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended greetings to everyone on National Girl Child Day, emphasising that girls are not merely a responsibility but represent sheer strength and an invaluable force in nation-building as women are leading the progress of India now. Taking to social media platform X, Union Minister Amit Shah said, “Greetings to everyone on ‘National Girl Child Day.’ #NationalGirlChildDay symbolises that girls are not merely our responsibilit…
Ahmedabad, Jan 23 (IANS) In a major push to strengthen leadership skills among adolescent girls and familiarise them with democratic processes, the Gujarat government has constituted ‘Balika Panchayats’ in over 13,000 gram panchayats across the state. With this initiative, Gujarat has emerged as the first state in the country to implement such a model on a statewide scale.The programme, which began as a pilot in Mota Angiya and Maska villages of Kutch district, has now been expanded to every…
Jaipur, Jan 22 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Thursday said that farmers are the soul of India and that when farmers are empowered, villages, states, and the nation progress together. He said the state government is continuously fulfilling the promises made in its manifesto and remains fully committed to the welfare and prosperity of farmers.The Chief Minister announced that from January 23, on the occasion of Basant Panchami, Gram Utthan Camps will be organised in every Gi…
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) Even though India has outpaced many developed countries in terms of gender equality in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, the lesser participation of women in the workforce remains a concern, according to a report.The report by EY India highlighted progressive policies and industry interventions that led to the advancement of women in STEM fields.However, it also highlighted systemic challenges that continue to affect higher numbers in th…
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) As the country marks 11 years since the launch of the flagship ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ programme, reflections have emerged on how the initiative took shape long before it became a nationwide movement, with its blueprint laid in Gujarat. Highlighting this journey, ‘Modi Archive’, a popular social media handle on X, noted that January 22, 2026, marks 11 years since the launch of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’, describing it as a landmark effort by Prime Minister Naren…