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From Gujarat Skill Development Mission to Skill India Mission, more than 60 million youth empowered so far

IANS | September 25, 2025 8:02 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 25 (IANS) What began as a state-level initiative in Gujarat in 2009 has now grown into a nationwide movement. The Gujarat Skill Development Mission, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, has laid the foundation for what is today known as the Skill India Mission—a transformative national programme that has empowered more than 60 million youth across the country.

11 years of ‘Make in India’: Former CIC R.K. Mathur credits PM Modi’s bold reforms

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:53 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Former Chief Information Commissioner R.K. Mathur on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ campaign has redefined the country’s growth story by breaking decades of stagnation in defence and industrial sectors and turning the initiative into a national mission of self-reliance and global competitiveness.

Gujarat: Bhanuben Babaria participates in 'Cleanliness drive' under 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign in Gandhinagar

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:49 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 25 (IANS) As part of the nationwide celebration marking 11 years of the Swachh Bharat Mission, the Centre has launched ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2025’ as a ‘Swachhata Utsav’, with activities taking place from September 17 to October 31. In this spirit, Gujarat Women and Child Development Minister Bhanuben Babaria took part in a major cleanliness initiative organised by the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation on Thursday.

Jodhpur: Grand consecration ceremony concludes at BAPS Swaminarayan Temple

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:42 PM

Jaipur, Sep 25 (IANS) A golden chapter was added to Jodhpur's religious and cultural history, as the grand consecration ceremony of the idols was completed at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple with grandeur and divinity, Jodhpur.

Gujarat: Forest soil health card launched, aimed at improving quality of forests

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:34 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 25 (IANS) Gujarat Forest development on Thursday launched ‘Forest Soil Health Card’, a first-of-its-kind initiative in 28 territorial divisions of the state.

Gujarat: Olpad Bus Depot launches cleanliness drive under 'Seva Pakhwada'

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:16 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 25 (IANS) To promote hygiene and civic responsibility, the Olpad Bus Depot in Gujarat launched a large-scale cleanliness drive on Thursday under the 'Seva Pakhwada' initiative, marking the celebration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday.

RBI Monetary Policy Committee unlikely to cut rates in October: Report

IANS | September 25, 2025 7:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy committee (MPC) is anticipated to maintain the status quo on the repo rate in its October review, considering the positive impact of GST reforms on demand, stronger-than-expected Q1 FY26 GDP growth, and an inflation trajectory which is expected to slope upwards thereafter, a report said on Thursday.

PM Modi interacts with entrepreneurs at UP International Trade Show, praises work

IANS | September 25, 2025 6:48 PM

Greater Noida (UP), Sep 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 in Greater Noida on Thursday, held interactions with several entrepreneurs showcasing their products and initiatives at the event.

Indian banks performing exceptionally well: FM Sitharaman

IANS | September 25, 2025 6:22 PM

Mumbai, Sep 25 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that Indian banks have performed exceptionally well in both macroeconomic and overall economic terms.

Govt committed to bridge digital divide, boost local telecom manufacturing: Jyotiraditya Scindia

IANS | September 25, 2025 6:09 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday said the government remains committed to bridging the digital divide, fostering innovation, and strengthening indigenous telecom manufacturing.

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From Gujarat Skill Development Mission to Skill India Mission, more than 60 million youth empowered so far

11 years of ‘Make in India’: Former CIC R.K. Mathur credits PM Modi’s bold reforms

Gujarat: Bhanuben Babaria participates in 'Cleanliness drive' under 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign in Gandhinagar

Jodhpur: Grand consecration ceremony concludes at BAPS Swaminarayan Temple

Gujarat: Forest soil health card launched, aimed at improving quality of forests

Gujarat: Olpad Bus Depot launches cleanliness drive under 'Seva Pakhwada'

RBI Monetary Policy Committee unlikely to cut rates in October: Report

PM Modi interacts with entrepreneurs at UP International Trade Show, praises work

Indian banks performing exceptionally well: FM Sitharaman

Govt committed to bridge digital divide, boost local telecom manufacturing: Jyotiraditya Scindia

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