Clean fuel, healthier lives: Ujjwala scheme transforming kitchens across Andaman & Nicobar

IANS | June 12, 2025 10:42 PM

Port Blair, June 12 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is fuelling a quiet revolution in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. With the support of Indian Oil, over 13,800 underprivileged households across the remote island territory have received clean LPG connections, replacing hazardous smoky kitchens with safe, efficient cooking spaces.

Skill Development Institute empowers Andhra Pradesh youth under PMKVY

IANS | June 11, 2025 3:03 PM

Visakhapatnam, June 11 (IANS) The Skill Development Institute (SDI) in Visakhapatnam, operating under the flagship Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), has emerged as a beacon of hope for the youth of Andhra Pradesh. By offering free vocational training, quality infrastructure, and assured placement support, the institute is transforming lives - particularly for students from economically weaker backgrounds.

Women on wings: How Drone Didi yojana empowered Khushbu Yadav in UP's Prayagraj

IANS | June 10, 2025 9:57 PM

Prayagraj, June 10 (IANS) The "NaMo Drone Didi Yojana", which is an initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become a game-changer for women living in rural pockets across India. In what was once backward and rural regions where women were confined to household roles only even after completing their education, the scheme is now ushering in a new era of financial independence and technological inclusion.

Drone Didis of Tripura: Empowering fields, uplifting futures

IANS | June 10, 2025 8:57 PM

Agartala, June 10 (IANS) Rupali Sur Dey, a determined woman from Dukli, Tripura, stood proudly among a select group of five women chosen under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary ‘Drone Didi’ initiative. Her journey was highlighted during an exhibition in Agartala which was organised to celebrate 11 years of PM Modi's leadership. In the exhibition, Rupali and her training partners showcased their growing expertise in drone technology.

Chhattisgarh: Beneficiaries express gratitude as 'Chawal Utsav' brings timely rice distribution in Jashpur

IANS | June 10, 2025 3:39 PM

Jashpur, June 10 (IANS) Beneficiaries in Jashpur district have expressed satisfaction and gratitude as the Chhattisgarh government's 'Chawal Utsav' (Rice Festival) successfully ensures advance rice distribution under the state’s food security initiative. The event, held from June 1 to June 7, aims to provide uninterrupted access to essential food supplies ahead of the monsoon season.