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Fisheries Ministry Achieves 82% Grievance Resolution Under Clean Governance Drive

25-10-2025 / 0 comments

New Delhi, October 24: The Department of Fisheries, operating under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has reported significant progress in its clean governance efforts during Phase 2 of the ongoing “Swachhata Hi Seva” campaign. The initiative, a key part of the government’s “Special Campaign 5.0,” aims to promote transparency, efficiency, and environmental responsibility across government offices. As of October 23, the Department has successfully resolved 82 per...

Indian Railways Deploys 6,181 Special Trains to Handle Post-Chhath Travel Rush

25-10-2025 / 0 comments

New Delhi, October 24: In a major logistical exercise to accommodate the massive surge of passengers following the Chhath Puja celebrations, Indian Railways has announced the operation of 6,181 special trains across the country. This extensive initiative aims to ensure a smooth return journey for millions of devotees and travelers heading back to their workplaces and homes after the festival. The special train services come in addition to the 900 trains that were already deployed during the...

India Observes International Snow Leopard Day with Nationwide ‘#23for23’ Awareness Drive

24-10-2025 / 0 comments

New Delhi | October 24, 2025 India celebrated International Snow Leopard Day on Thursday with a countrywide campaign titled ‘#23for23’, inspiring citizens to dedicate 23 minutes of physical activity in support of snow leopard conservation and the preservation of their delicate mountain ecosystems. The initiative drew enthusiastic participation from people across the nation, including schools, local communities, conservation institutions, and the Indian Army, turning the day into a widespread...

At Least 63 Killed in Deadly Bus Collision on Major Uganda Highway

22-10-2025 / 0 comments

Kampala, October 22: A devastating road accident involving two passenger buses on one of Uganda’s busiest highways has claimed at least 63 lives, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The collision, described by officials as one of the deadliest road tragedies in recent years, occurred shortly after midnight on the main route connecting the capital city, Kampala, to the northern city of Gulu. According to a statement released by the Uganda Police Force, preliminary investigations suggest that both...

India Climbs to Ninth Spot Globally in Forest Area, Retains Third Place in Annual Forest Gain

22-10-2025 / 0 comments

New Delhi, October 22: India has achieved a major environmental milestone by rising to the ninth position globally in total forest area, according to the latest Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Bali. The report also highlights that India continues to hold the third spot in the world for annual forest area gain, reflecting its sustained efforts toward forest conservation and ecological balance. Union Environment, Forest, and...