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Tsunami-Ready Villages Recently, the government announced that India is set to become the first country in the Indian Ocean region to have more than 100 villages certified as tsunami-ready. The milestone reflects India’s growing emphasis on community-based disaster preparedness and coastal resilience. Tsunami-Ready Programme Aspect Details Definition Tsunami-ready villages are coastal communities certified for high levels of tsunami awa

Resham Sakhi Yojana

Resham Sakhi Yojana The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the Resham Sakhi Yojana to economically empower rural women. Under this scheme, women will be trained to earn income from sericulture while working from home. Key Features of the Scheme Component Details Scheme Name Resham Sakhi Yojana. Launched By Uttar Pradesh government. Main Objective To provide rural women with income opportunities through home-

River Revival Program

River Revival Program The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a comprehensive River Revival Program for the restoration of small rivers and tributaries across the state. The initiative combines scientific expertise, ecological planning, and inter-departmental coordination for long-term aquatic ecosystem restoration. Key Features of the Program Component Details Main Objective To restore degraded small rivers and tributaries through scientif

Mailani–Nanpara Railway Line Declared a Heritage Line

Mailani–Nanpara Railway Line Declared a Heritage Line On 8th October 2025, the Railway Board declared the Mailani–Nanpara railway line as a heritage line. The railway route passes through the ecologically important Dudhwa National Park in Lakhimpur Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh. Key Features of the Heritage Line Component Details Heritage Declaration Declared a heritage railway line by the Railway Board on 8 October 2025.

First Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)

First Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) The First Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was held in New Delhi. The assembly was presided over by Shri Bhupender Yadav. Key Details Aspect Details Event First Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). Venue New Delhi. President Shri Bhupender Yadav. About IBCA Feature Details