NaMo Drone Didi Yojana empowers rural women, boosts farm incomes in Gujarat

IANS | September 25, 2025 11:04 PM

Gandhinagar, Sep 25 (IANS) Navratri, the festival symbolising devotion and the spirit of womanhood, has once again brought focus to the power of women. In Gujarat, this spirit of empowerment is being realized not only in cultural celebrations but also in the fields, where women are transforming agriculture with cutting-edge drone technology under the NaMo Drone Didi Yojana, as shared by the Gujarat government.

Fasting but unstoppable: PM Modi’s marathon day across sectors and states

IANS | September 25, 2025 9:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Even while observing a rigorous 9-day fast during ‘Navratri’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrated an unyielding commitment to his duties on Thursday. He engaged in a packed schedule that spanned multiple states and sectors. Each initiative reflected his dedication to India’s growth, development and the welfare of its people.

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.