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Jharkhand poorly managed central funds meant for running welfare schemes

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

BJPs state chief DeepakPrakash evening alleged that theJharkhandgovernment has been trying to mask its failures by falsely accusing the Union Government of not disbursing appropriate funds for running the social welfare schemes here.
Prakash convened a press meet at the BJPs state headquarters in the evening and claimed that the Narendra Modi government had provided Rs 107.67 lakh crore to Jharkhand between 2019 and 2022 (including transfers and grants) but the Hemant Soren-led government poorly managed the funds and failed to put the in use.

Prakash also alleged that the State Government was reluctant in taking the Centres flagship social welfare schemes such as PM Suraksha Yojana,Atal Pension Yojana,Mudra Yojana,Jan Dhan Yojanato the masses. Till evening, JMM did not respond to Prakashs allegations while the Congress party termed the claims as rubbish.

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ADRI will be transformed into world-class university

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

The Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI), founded by lateShaibal Guptawho was posthumously awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to literature and Education, would be transformed into a world-class university, his daughterAshmitaGupta said.

She also stated that the ADRI would continue to work on the states socio-economic and political issues and find amicable solutions. Necessary steps will be taken to strengthen the institutes research activities on a global scale, ensuring that it maintains its credibility and serves as a reference point for academics

worldwide. Its work will be of such high quality that it can be used by our planners and policymakers to guide national development.

Cgarh pioneers solar pump installation

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

Chhattisgarh has become a pioneer state in installation of solar pump installation, beating major developed states across the country.

Under Saur Sujala Yojana, water supply arrangements for Irrigation have been made for more than one lakh farmers of Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Wednesday felicitated the 100,000th beneficiary of this scheme, Surendra Nag, at the Republic Day function held in Jagdalpur.

CREDA had installed the 100,000th solar pump on the agricultural land of Nag in Bastar district under Saur Sujala Yojana. Baghel underlined the success of the scheme by presenting a cutout of the solar pump to Nag.

CREDA is operating Saur Sujala Yojana to enhance the irrigation capacity and to expand the irrigated farming area in the non-electrified areas of the state.

Solar pumps of three and five horse-power capacity are being installed in the agricultural farms.

Besides,

solar pumps are also being installed in Gauthans, pastures and registered cowsheds under the ambitious Narva, Garva, Ghurva, Bari programme.

Around 100,000 hectares of agricultural land is being irrigated by solar pumps under the scheme in the state.

Installation of solar pumps has not only increased the agricultural production, but has also improved the ground water table in the state. This scheme is helping in strengthening the rural economy and in raising people’s standard of living.

Madhya Pradesh: Govt eyes Rs 10,000 crore investment at new Pithampur sector 7

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

The proposed region in Sector 7 atPithampurwill be developed as an integrated industrial belt by spending an estimated Rs 550 crore. The State Government is eyeing to attract an investment of around Rs 10,000 crore.

As per the proposal by the Industry department, an integrated development will come up on over 700 hectare in sector 7 at Pithampur that will include industrial, residential, Logistics and commercial spaces.

As per the investment region development and management scheme plan for sector 7 Pithampur, the region is estimated to attract investments from over 400 different types of industries.

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per the proposed plan, the first phase of development for the proposed investment region is likely to come up on over 700 hectare which will include roads, storm drains, water supply Network, sewerage network, STPs, treated water network, electrical work, boundary walls, commercial spaces and residences.

The allotable area in the proposed industrial area sector 7 is likely around 450 hectare.

Defence equipment parts: Rajkot units hopeful of boom

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

The increase in capital procurement budget to 68% for domestic in the DEFENCE sector is expected to increase output from Rajkot, the hub of engineering units, many of whom are engaged in making parts for defence equipment. There are at least 300 small and big units making parts fordefence equipment, according to industry sources in Rajkot.
Over the last few years, the engineering units of Rajkot are bagging contracts from the Indian Railways as

well as the defence ministry.

TheUnion budgetalso proposed to open up research and development for industry and startups in the defence sector.

The FM proposed revoking anti-dumping duty and countervailing duty (CVD) on stainless steel and coated steel flat products, bars of Alloy steel and high speed steel. This will also help the local engineering units, especially those making kitchenware and hardware industry.

PMAY-G: 1.55 lakh beneficiaries found eligible after state survey

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

Of 2.01 lakhPradhan MantriAwaasYojana-Grameen(PMAY-G) beneficiaries whose names were rejected by the Centres portal (Awaas+) due to technical errors, 1.55 lakh were found to be eligible after physical verification conducted by the states rural development department, the state governments survey report said.

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listed for rejection of names by the portal are land related issues, house related issues, income and facility related issues, document duplication related issues and other reasons.

According to the report, under the head Document Duplication, 40,893 names were rejected citing reason family with same job

card number already present in the Awaas+ PWL (permanent waiting list). However, after verification, 34,695 were found to be eligible under PMAY-G. In all, 33,233 names were rejected citing reason – duplicateAadharnumber, same Aadhar already mapped with existing beneficiary on AwaasSoft. However, following verification, 18,044 were found to be eligible in this category.

Under the head land related issues, 18,774 names were rejected citing reason 5 acres of more of irrigated land for two or more crop seasons. But, of the total, 15,068 beneficiaries were found to be eligible after physical verification.

Lawyer appointed 3rd Lokayukta of Tripura

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

TheTripuragovernment appointed veteran lawyer KNBhattacharjeeas the newLokayuktaof the state to deal with the complaints of Corruption against public servants and administrative functionaries under the Tripura Act, 2008.

Bhattacharjee will be the third Lokayukta of the state and the first-ever lawyer to be appointed to the post. Justice Pradip Kumar

Sarkar, former judge of Gujarat and Guwahati high courts, was appointed as the first Lokayukta of Tripura in 2012. He was succeeded by former judge of Kolkata andAndhra Pradeshhigh courts, Justice Subal Baidya, in 2017.

In a notification, the general administration (AR) department said that in exercise of the power conferred by section-3 of the Act, the Governor is pleased to appoint KN Bhattacharjee as Lokayukta of Tripura for a three-year term with effect from the date he assumes charge.

Himanta urges ‘Assamese Muslims’ to find ways to control population, uplift community

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

Calling the states indigenous Muslims as Assamese Muslims, chief ministerHimanta Biswa Sarmaon Sunday asked members of the minority community to devise ways to rein in Population and prepare a roadmap to expedite welfare measures, including financial well-being and overall development of the community.

The meeting emphasized the need to protect and preserve the uniqueness of indigenous Assamese Muslims. However, in the broader landscape, it has been agreed that population

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explosion in some parts ofAssamhas been posing a real threat to the states development, more particularly in the economic front.

In order to achieve that goal, Sarma said it has been insisted upon that eight sub-groups be constituted to work on a range of issues Health, Education, population control, cultural identity, , Women Empowerment and Skill development.

Odisha to get 374 crore under Centres special assistance scheme

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

Odishais expected to receive Rs 374 crore under the Centres special assistance scheme for the current financial year. The amount is meant

for (Investment in Infrastructure) to help in high economic Growth.

The Centre had launched the scheme in the 2020-21 financial year under which financial assistance was provided to state governments in the form of 50-year interest-free loan.
The Centre had earmarked Rs 12,000 crore under the scheme of which Odisha had received around Rs 472 crore. Four major engineering departments of the State Government housing and urban development, pancyayati raj and drinking water, Resources“>Water Resources and works had received the grant last year.

Nearly Rs 10,000 crore has been earmarked under the special assistance scheme for various states in the 2021-22 fiscal. The amount has been allocated in

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proportion to the states share of central taxes as per the recommendation of the15th Finance Commission.

Tamil Nadu forest department warns against feeding, teasing animals

June 14, 2024 by rawan239

Two days after Vazhaithottam residents petitioned forest ministerK Ramachandranabout illegalfeedingofwild elephantsin the area, the forest department on Friday warned of strict action against the people doing so.

To spread awareness on the same, the forest department has stuck notices at Vazhaithottam area stating that teasing or feeding the wild elephants or other animals or attracting them with food items were punishable offences under theWildlife Protection Act. It also warned of stringent action against the people indulging in such activities.

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