Author: Sharad Natani
In a landmark move towards women-led development under the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, the central government has launched ‘NAVYA – Nurturing Aspirations through Vocational Training for Young Adolescent Girls’, a pioneering initiative to equip India’s young women with skill-based training for future employment. The launch ceremony, held in Sonbhadra today, was graced by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Savitri Thakur, Minister of State for Women and Child Development. Together, they inaugurated this pilot project designed to uplift girls aged 16-18 years, especially those from underprivileged and rural backgrounds who have completed at least…
While most teenagers are busy scrolling phones or studying for exams, 17-year-old Aditya Pingale from the small village of Awankhed in Maharashtra’s Nashik district is solving a real-world problem that has troubled farmers for decades. Aditya has built ‘KrushiBot’—a low-cost, mobile-controlled robot made entirely from scrap, designed to reduce the back-breaking task of spraying pesticides manually. His motivation? Watching his farmer uncle return home daily, exhausted and in pain, carrying a 20-litre pesticide tank on his back. A Solution Born Out of Empathy and Ingenuity “My uncle’s constant struggle made me realize that something needed to change,” says Aditya. “That’s…
In a strategic push towards self-reliance in high-tech manufacturing, the Indian government is set to roll out an ambitious Rs 1,000 crore scheme aimed at promoting the domestic production of rare earth magnets—key components vital for the electric vehicle, electronics, renewable energy, and defence sectors. According to sources, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) and the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) will finalise the scheme in the next two weeks. The government aims to support a production capacity of 1,500 tonnes per year of rare earth magnets within India—stepping away from dependency on imports, especially from China. India Rare Earth…
In a shocking reminder that heart disease is no longer an “old age” problem, a 28-year-old techie in Bengaluru narrowly escaped death after suffering a severe heart attack caused by a dangerous combination of smoking and an unhealthy diet. The young software professional, with no history of diabetes, obesity, or hypertension, mistook his persistent chest discomfort for gastric trouble. When the pain worsened, he visited a hospital—only to collapse from cardiac arrest before doctors’ eyes. Thanks to the emergency team’s quick action—including three defibrillator shocks and a life-saving angioplasty—his life was saved just in time. 100% Blockage Without Major Risk…
In a bold stride towards Atmanirbhar Bharat, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has cleared 28 indigenously-developed weapon systems for immediate procurement by India’s Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move promises to fast-track India’s operational readiness amid ongoing security challenges. Quick, Tactical Acquisitions Now Possible Invoking emergency procurement powers recently re-authorized by the government, the armed forces can now swiftly select and deploy critical weapons without delays caused by procedural red tape. “These emergency powers empower each service to pick what they need based on current threats and tactical demands,” said a senior defence official. What’s On Offer?…
Dreaming of becoming an IAS or IPS officer but worried about coaching expenses? Good news! Many state governments across India have launched schemes to make UPSC preparation affordable — even free — for deserving candidates from various backgrounds. Here’s a list of major government-sponsored coaching and scholarship schemes you can benefit from: Top State Schemes for Free UPSC Coaching & Scholarships 🔹 Uttar Pradesh – CM Abhyudaya Yojana Free offline & online coaching for UPSC, NEET, JEE aspirants. Direct mentorship by senior IAS/PCS officers. 🔹 Delhi – Jai Bheem Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana 75% coaching fee paid by the government;…