Belagavi (Karnataka), July 9 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday announced that the state government has decided to allocate Rs 1 crore to every rural Assembly constituency to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply in view of the prevailing rainfall deficit.Addressing a press conference after chairing the Belagavi Division Progress Review Meeting at Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi, the Chief Minister said the government is taking proactive measures to tackle the em…
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Jaipur, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that India successfully overcame the most severe global energy crisis of the 21st century through timely decisions, strategic planning, and strong diplomatic engagement, asserting that “New India” turned global challenges into opportunities. Addressing a massive public gathering after dedicating the Rajasthan refinery at Pachpadra in Balotra district to the nation and launching multiple development projects worth more than Rs 1….
Shillong, July 3 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday described climate change as an “existential crisis” and called for immediate, coordinated action to strengthen the state’s preparedness against the possible impact of El Nino, warning that Meghalaya recorded an alarming rainfall deficit of over 80 per cent in June. Addressing a workshop on “Developing State Response for El Nino Preparedness: Strengthening Food and Water Security” here, the Chief Minister said climate cha…
Jaipur, July 2 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday said the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) marks a new chapter in rural development, assuring 125 days of guaranteed employment. The Chief Minister participated in the state-level launch and public conference of the scheme via video conference from the Masuda Agricultural Produce Market in Beawar district. The national launch was led by Union Minister for Rural Development, Agriculture …
Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday directed officials to prioritise and accelerate water conservation projects that can be completed within a short timeframe, stating that the looming El Nino crisis should be viewed as a “blessing in disguise” for water conservation. He said that the state government is taking a serious note of the alerts issued by various meteorological organisations regarding El Nino for the upcoming monsoon season.The government is fully prepar…
Bhopal, June 30 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that water conservation should become a people’s movement as he marked the conclusion of the month-long Jal Ganga Conservation Campaign in Rajgarh district. The Chief Minister visited the Bhainswa Mata temple, where he offered prayers at the sacred Doodh Talaiya and sought prosperity and well-being for the state’s people. He also planted a sapling and reviewed the proposed development and beautification plan of the …
New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Saturday that India’s success of the Viksit Bharat @2047 rests on the robust integration of agriculture, knowledge, research and innovation. Addressing the inaugural session of the two-day national conference “Sustainable Agriculture for Viksit Bharat@2047: Tradition, Technology and Tangible Outcomes”, Birla said, “India’s agriculture is not merely the backbone of the economy but also the cornerstone of our cultural consciousne…
Jaipur, May 25 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday launched the ‘Vande Ganga Water Conservation Mass Campaign – 2026’ by performing Jal Pujan at the historic Bandh Baretha Dam in Bharatpur on the occasion of Ganga Dashami.Emphasising the importance of water conservation, the Chief Minister called upon citizens to transform water preservation into a mass movement driven by public participation.Addressing the gathering, Sharma said water is the foundation of life and …
Jaipur, May 22 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister, Bhajanlal Sharma, on Friday announced that the State Government will launch the ‘Vande Ganga Water Conservation Campaign’ from Ganga Dussehra on May 25, with a special focus on water conservation and rainwater harvesting in rural areas.Emphasising the importance of public participation, the Chief Minister said effective rainwater management and preservation of ponds can significantly help address water scarcity in villages and improve groundwater…
Jaipur, May 21 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday directed officials to take strict action against those involved in illegal religious conversions and against government employees found participating in political activities.During a district-level review meeting in Banswara, CM Sharma also announced the development of sandalwood forests in the district, with 11,000 sandalwood saplings to be planted in each designated forest area under the Hariyalo Rajasthan campaign.He …