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Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan 2026

Jul 01, 2026

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The Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan 2026 concluded on 29 June in New Delhi. Organised by the Ministry of Rural Development, it brought together ministers from 29 states. Key discussions focused on VB-GRAMG Act implementation and women-led livelihoods. The new VB-GRAMG scheme replaces MGNREGS from 1 July 2026.

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Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram

Jul 01, 2026

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The Union Health Minister launched Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SSBSK), a unified programme providing home and community-based care for children from birth to 36 months. It integrates existing HBNC and HBYC programmes. 'At-risk' newborns receive nine home visits in their first 42 days.

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APAAR and ABC System Complete Guide

Jul 01, 2026

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The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital repository for storing and transferring academic credits. APAAR is a 12-digit student ID under "One Nation, One Student ID." Both systems support NEP 2020's credit mobility framework. Over 110 crore records uploaded, with 26.30 crore APAAR IDs generated across India.

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Meet Jonathan: The 194-Year-Old Tortoise That Met India's Prime Minister

Jul 01, 2026

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The Aldabra giant tortoise is the second-largest land tortoise species after the Galapagos giant tortoise. Endemic to Seychelles' Aldabra Atoll, these tortoises can weigh over 250 kg and live beyond 150 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently fed Jonathan, a 194-year-old Aldabra giant tortoise, during his Seychelles visit.

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Himayatsagar Water Release 2026

Jul 01, 2026

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Himayatsagar Reservoir in Telangana began releasing water on 28 June 2026 after rainfall increased inflows. Built on the Musi River system, this reservoir works with Osman Sagar to supply drinking water to Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Authorities lifted one gate as part of monsoon preparedness and flood regulation measures.

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