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PM VIKAS Scheme Strengthens Skills and Heritage Among Minority Communities

December 03, 2025

PM VIKAS Scheme Aims to Empower Minority Communities Through Skills and Heritage

The Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) scheme, a Central Sector initiative of the Government of India, aims to advance the socio-economic development of six notified minority communities through skill training, cultural preservation and livelihood enhancement. Highlighting recent progress in the Rajya Sabha, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that allocation letters have been issued to train nearly 1.40 lakh beneficiaries, signalling a major step toward inclusive growth.

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Government Launches TEAM Initiative to Boost MSME E-Commerce Participation

December 03, 2025

Government Launches TEAM Initiative to Boost MSME E-Commerce Participation

The Government of India has launched the Trade Enablement and Marketing (TEAM) Initiative, a new sub-scheme under the RAMP (Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance) programme, aimed at expanding the digital footprint of micro and small enterprises. With a budget outlay of ₹277.35 crore for 2024–2027, the Central Sector Scheme is designed to strengthen MSMEs’ access to online marketplaces by providing digital infrastructure, onboarding support and targeted capacity-building.

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New Snake and Crake Species Reported from Great Nicobar Island

December 03, 2025

New Snake and Crake Species Identified from Great Nicobar Island

Great Nicobar Island, one of India’s most biologically rich yet understudied regions, has once again yielded remarkable scientific discoveries. Researchers have described a new snake species and documented what may be a new bird species, adding to nearly 40 organisms identified from the island since 2021. These findings further highlight the island’s exceptional biodiversity and the pressing need to conserve its fragile ecosystems.

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India Re-Elected to UNESCO Executive Board for 2025–29 Term

December 03, 2025

India Re-Elected to UNESCO Executive Board for 2025–29 Term

India has been re-elected to the UNESCO Executive Board for the 2025–29 term, reaffirming its influential role in shaping global policies on education, culture, science, communication and information. The announcement by India’s Permanent Delegation to UNESCO reflects strong international support for India’s commitment to constructive multilateral engagement and cooperative global governance.

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India Records Historic 357 Million Tonnes of Foodgrain Production in 2025

December 03, 2025

India Achieves Record 357 Million Tonnes of Foodgrain Production

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India has achieved a landmark 357 million tonnes of foodgrain production in 2025, marking one of the highest outputs in the nation’s agricultural history. Sharing the milestone during the 128th episode of Mann Ki Baat, he noted that the country has added 100 million tonnes to its annual production over the past decade—reflecting improved food security, rising farm productivity and growing self-reliance.

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