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Volume 1 Issue 41st October, 2016

#TransformingIndia

Fortnightly NewsletterMyGov India

#UjjwalaYojana68,81,142

BPL LPG Connections Released

Electrification Status10,312

Villages Electrified

BBNL59,503

Gram Panchayatsconnected byOptical Fiber

Ujala Scheme16,48,84,749

LEDs Distributed

Soil Health Card2,95,56,198

SHC Dispatched

Jan Dhan Yojana43,348Cr

Amount Deposited

Jansuraksha Yojana13,08,41,474

People Enrolled

Mudra Yojana4,87,14,863

Loans Sanctioned

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Ganga Action Plan: 14,500 new toilets builtMinistry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation has released an amount of Rs. 315 crore to the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation for the implementation of Ganga action plan.

Under Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin), the amount will be spent on construction of toilets along the river Ganga. 14,500 toilets have been constructed under this scheme till now.

Nation lauds Indian Army’s Surgical StrikeIn the intervening night of 28-29th September, the Indian Army carried out surgical strikes along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. The strikes were conducted to pre-empt infiltration by terrorists. The operations were focussed on ensuring that terrorists don’t succeed in their design to cause destruction and endanger the lives of citizens. During these counter terrorist operations significant casualties were caused to terrorists and those providing support to them.

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India jumps 32 places in Competitiveness Index in just 2 years


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Sushma Swaraj voices nation’s sentiment at UNGAExternal Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, in her address at the United Nations General Assembly, threw light on critical issues on climate change and terrorism, and also discussed India’s progress on Sustainable Development Goals.

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Key highlights from EAM’s address:

India has launched an ambitious domestic effort to transform our

energy mix to achieve 40% energy from non-fossil fuel

sources by 2030.

If we want to defeat terrorism, there is only one way – that we

unite across our differences, add steel to our resolve and inject urgency in our response. We

need to forget our prejudices and join hands together to script an effective strategy against terror.

On terrorism: On sustainability:

Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has championed a new concept – Climate Justice. If we respect nature, nature will respect and nurture us and

future generations. But if we exploit nature mindlessly, then we must be mindful

that nature will unleash its fury upon us.

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Citizens unite for a common mission: Swachh Bharat

The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation & Ministry of Urban Development marked the 2nd anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Mission with the Swachh Bharat Week.

The week-long event, which will conclude on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi witnessed a number of public-led campaigns and initiatives to build awareness about the mission.

Cleanliness drives at 10 iconic places by celebrities

“Chai Pe Charcha” and cleanliness drives on sanitation in Gram Panchayats

DD News panel discussion with Secy-MDWS and MoUD on SBM, SBW and IndoSan

Secretary MDWS interview on All India Radio about SBM progress

Special issue of Kurukshetra journal

on Sanitation

All India Radio special programme on Clean-up of 100 iconic places

Programs under Swachh Bharat Week 25 September - 2 October


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Indian Space Sector flying high at the International stageIndia’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, in its thirty-seventh flight (PSLV-C35) successfully launched the SCATSAT-1, for weather-related studies, and seven co-passenger satellites. Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated ISRO and said "Our space scientists keep scripting history. Their innovative zeal has touched the lives of 125 crore Indians & made India proud worldwide".

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India host the 1st BRICS Young Scientist ConclaveThe Department of Science & Technology (DST) under the BRICS framework hosted the 1st BRICS Young Scientist Conclave. The five day event saw a group of about 50 young scientists and researchers from BRICS countries.

The meet provided a platform for engaging, connecting and networking among young scientists to hold discussions and find solutions to some of the common challenges and problems faced by BRICS nations. The focus of the Conclave would be on three thematic topics – Computational Intelligence, Energy Solutions and Affordable Health-care.

36 Rafale fighter jets to boost Indian defence

French Defence Minister Jean Yves Le Drian arrived in New Delhi along with the CEO of Dassault Aviation, the makers of Rafale jets. The 7.8 billion Euro deal to acquire 36 Rafale fighter jets was signed by Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and French Defence Minister Le Drian.


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PM envisions an 'Ease of doing Technology Business' platform

On the occasion of CSIR's Platinum Jubilee Function, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged CSIR to create an 'Ease of doing Technology Business' platform.

The Prime Minister stressed on the need to connect science with citizens in this technology-driven century. While discussing agriculture productivity, he brought into focus another significant objective that of “an inch of land, and a bunch of crops” along with “per drop, more crop.”


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Open-Defacation free Nation: Villages towards Cleanliness

On the upcoming anniversary of Swachh Bharat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the success of the initiative in the last two years. The Swachh Bharat initiative has seen the construction of nearly 2.5 crore toilets in a bid to make India open defecation free.

The Prime Minister also said that ‘one step towards cleanliness’ has reaped results and the whole country has taken 125 crore steps in the direction of achieving cleanliness. On his weekly Mann ki Baat address, he also claimed that every citizen has a right to know about the status of the cleanliness mission in his/her city. The Government has introduced a dedicated telephone number – 1969 for this purpose.

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India to ratify Paris Climate Agreement

In a bid to combat climate change, India with 170 other countries signed the Paris Climate Agreement in April 2016. Now with the ratification of the agreement, India will become one of the key countries to bring this Agreement into force.

The Paris Agreement will be ratified on 2nd October as a celebration of Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday, a man who lived his life with a minimum carbon foot-print.

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Indus Water Treaty: Rivers to be utilized to full capacity

The Indus Water Treaty between the Government of India and the Government of Pakistan outlines the most complete and satisfactory usage of the Indus System of rivers.

The Indus Water Treaty divides the use of rivers of the Indus basin, between India and Pakistan. The Eastern rivers i.e Beas, Ravi and Sutlej, were given to India and the Western rivers i.e Indus, Chenab and Jhelum were allocated to Pakistan.

Maximum exploitation of the three western rivers that are under Pakistan’s control. Indus, Chenab and Jhelum to be used in the areas of hydro power, irrigation and storage.

Decision to address the sentiments of the people of Jammu and Kashmir who feel the treaty is unfair to them

Agreement to review ‘unilateral suspension’ of Tulbul Navigation Project in 1987.

DECISIONS TAKEN AFTER THE MEETING ON INDUS WATER TREATY

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MoU signed to assist cities to improve energy use efficiency Ministry of Urban Development signed a MoU with Energy Efficiency Services Limited to promote Energy Efficiency Programmes at no cost to cities. The programme aims to improve energy use efficiency in bulk water supply, public lighting and transportation across the country.

Energy costs of water supply in urban areas can be reduced through energy efficiency interventions from 25% to 40%. Further quoting Central Electricity Authority, it has been stated that urban local bodies can save about Rs.6,000 crore per year.


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On 29th September, Minister of Railways, Suresh Prabhu launched a number of railway services. The services are said to be a part of fulfilment of Budget Announcements 2016-17.

Railways to transform catering, freight and licensing services

Policy providing sub quota of 33% to women within reserved categories for the allotment in catering units

Liberalised station to station special freight rates policy

Policy giving preference to local domicile holders for commercial licenses at stations

New system of allocating vacant berths after final charting to wayside stations

Launch of the new “Train at a Glance” and new Time Table effective from 1st October 2016

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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday, 28th September 2016, approved a Rs 2256 crore, Central Board of Excise and Customs’ IT project called, ‘SAKSHAM’,

This will help to integrate the CBEC’s network system with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) network. The project will also extend the Indian Customs, Single Window Interface to Facilitate Trade (SWIFT) and other tax-payer-friendly initiatives under Digital India and Ease of Doing Business.

Saksham Project for GST Integration


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Jammu and Kashmir households to be smoke-free

Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan launched Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in Jammu and Kashmir, on 28th September 2016. The launch of the scheme ensures that the women of Jammu and Kashmir receive clean fuel for their households and are protected from hazardous health effects.

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India to host third edition of Kabaddi World Cup 2016


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The third edition will be held in Ahmedabad and will see the participation of 12 teams from across the world

Swachh Bharat Mission completes 2 years

4th to 7th October

MoU to boost innovation, to be signed at the upcoming visit of Singapore’s Prime Minister

Jammu and Kashmir households to be smoke-free

Shramdaan across the country to celebrate Swachh Bharat’s 2nd anniversary

The MoU will help India to exchange ideas and experiences in the innovation and IP ecosystems

Upcoming Events

Porbandar to be declared open-defecation free

On Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary, 2nd October, Porbandar city in Gujarat will receive ODF status

4th to 10th October

India to celebrate World Space Week

World Space Week is celebrated every year under the auspices of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and ISRO Inertial Systems Unit.


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MUDRA stands for Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency which provides refinance support to Banks/MFIs having loan requirement of up to 10 lakh.

The scheme aims to encourage entrepreneurs and small business units to expand their capabilities and to reduce over indebtedness. 1. Shishu, the starters - covers loan up to Rs.50,000 2. Kishor, the mid stage finance seekers - covers loan above Rs.50,000 and up to Rs.5,00,000. 3. Tarun, growth seekers - covers loan above Rs.5,00,000 and up to Rs. 10,00,000

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EligibilityAn Indian Citizen with a business plan for a non farm income generating activity (manufacturing, processing, trading)Credit requirement of less than Rs. 10 lakh Toapply for loans, one can approach a Bank, MFI or NBFC

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I call upon people of Pakistan to come forward, fight a war on who defeats unemployment, poverty, illiteracy first. Let’s see who wins.

-Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi,

LAST WEEK IN PICTURESLAST WEEK IN PICTURES

Sushma Swaraj at United Nations General Assembly

PMUY launched in Jammu and Kashmir

Launch of the SCATSAT-1 satellite

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