PIB National (English)
1 Jun 2026, 07:50 pm
Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia
Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India continues its efforts to keep citizens informed through regular updates. In this regard, a media briefing was held today at the National Media Centre, where officers from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ports, Water ways and Shipping provided updates on fuel availability and measures being undertaken to maintain stability across key sectors. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public distribution, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance also briefed the media in this context. The department of Financial Services has noted that the Union Cabinet has approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0. The scheme aims to provide credit guarantee coverage of 100% for MSMEs and 90% for non-MSMEs as well as airline sector, to Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) by National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) for the amount in default under the additional credit facility extended to the eligible borrowers to tide over any short-term liquidity mismatches in view of West Asia Crisis. For MSMEs/Non MSMEs (except Airline sector): 5 years from the date of first disbursement including moratorium of 1 year.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyबैंकिंग और वित्तBanking & Financeसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of, finance, lending, credit, scheme
PIB National (English)
1 Jun 2026, 07:50 pm
22 Rowers included in TOPS Development Group ahead of Asian Games 2026
New Delhi, June 1: The Mission Olympic Cell (MOC), in its 174th meeting, has inducted multiple rowers into the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Development Group ahead of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya and other upcoming events. The list has been finalised following the completion of annual national selection trials and crew finalisation by the Rowing Federation of India (RFI). A total of 22 Rowers are now a part of the TOPS Development group across six boats. This crew will now prepare for major international competitions featuring Rowing, including the Asian Games and World Cup circuit. Among the prominent names inducted are Paris 2024 Olympian Balraj Panwar, Asian Games 2022 silver medalist Arvind Singh, Asian Games 2022 double medalist Jaswinder Singh, and more. These 22 rowers have been grouped across different boats, including Men’s Single Sculls (M1X), Men’s Double Sculls (M2X), Men’s Quadruple Sculls (M4X), Lightweight Men’s Double Sculls (LM2X), Men’s Coxed Eight (M4-) and Women’s Coxless Fours (W4-). While the majority of the inducted athletes are being prepared with a direct focus on the Asian Games 2026 cycle, some crews are also part of India’s broader international development pathway targeting future competitions, like the Commonwealth Games 2030 set to be hosted in the country.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअंतरराष्ट्रीय मामलेInternational AffairsखेलकूदSportsसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: world cup, asian games, athlete, scheme
PIB National (English)
1 Jun 2026, 07:50 pm
Dr Jitendra Singh says, “Anusandhan National Research Foundation" (ANRF) is democratising research funding, launches ₹200-crore MAHA Water Mission to support StartUps
Launching the ₹200-crore "Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) –Ministry of Jal Shakti MAHA Water Mission to support StartUps in the Water sector, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) is democratising research funding by expanding opportunities for StartUps, MSMEs, universities and innovators across the country, ensuring that national missions, scientific resources and innovation support are no longer confined to a limited number of institutions. Addressing the inaugural session of the National Workshop on R&D in Water at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, Dr Jitendra Singh said ANRF was created to address a long-standing concern that a significant share of research funding often flowed to a few established institutions, while smaller universities, startups and emerging innovators remained outside the mainstream innovation ecosystem. The Foundation, he said, is widening access to resources, partnerships and mission-oriented research opportunities, enabling institutions and innovators from across the country to contribute to national priorities. The Minister said ANRF has emerged as a national platform for mission-driven innovation and has already launched Missions for Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA) in strategic sectors including Electric Vehicles, Drones, Medical Technologies, 6G Communications and Water. These missions are creating an integrated pathway from fundamental research to technology development, validation and deployment while bringing together academia, industry, startups and government institutions to solve critical national challenges. The launch of the MAHA Water Mission, he said, marks another major step in this direction.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyविज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीScience & Techसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of, industry
PIB National (English)
1 Jun 2026, 07:50 pm
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches Nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ from Raisen, Madhya Pradesh
Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, launched the nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' from Ramasiya village in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, delivering a clear message to farmers that if the soil is protected, agriculture will thrive, farmers will become stronger, and the nation will prosper. He called for the promotion of balanced fertilizer use, soil testing, Soil Health Cards, natural farming, water conservation, and scientific agricultural practices. Launching the month-long campaign, which will run across the country from June 1 to June 30, Shri Chouhan said that the Earth is our mother and protecting its health is a collective responsibility. He appealed to farmers to avoid the indiscriminate use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and instead apply fertilizers only according to the actual requirements of the soil based on scientific testing. He noted that excessive use of chemicals reduces soil fertility and destroys beneficial micro organisms present in the soil, directly affecting agricultural productivity and increasing cultivation costs. The Union Minister said that the 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' is a national resolve to protect Mother Earth. Under the campaign, agricultural scientists, experts from agricultural universities, officials of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, agriculture department teams, and public representatives will visit villages across the country to create awareness among farmers. Farmers will be educated about soil testing, balanced nutrient management, natural farming, modern sowing techniques, water conservation, and advanced agricultural practices.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsविज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीScience & Techपर्यावरणEnvironmentसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: conservation
PIB National (English)
1 Jun 2026, 07:50 pm
ESIC Launches Centralized Online Patient Feedback System Across Hospitals and Dispensaries to Ensure Patient-Centric Healthcare
In a significant move to enhance service quality and ensure patient-centric healthcare delivery, the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, has successfully rolled out a comprehensive Centralized Online Patient Feedback System across all its Hospitals and Dispensaries nationwide. This digital initiative empowers Insured Persons (IPs) and beneficiaries to seamlessly share their healthcare experiences, raise specific concerns, and provide actionable suggestions for institutional improvement. The platform is designed to capture direct citizen feedback on critical service parameters, notably the cleanliness of the facility, the behaviour of the medical staff, and the availability of requisite medicines. To ensure wider participation and absolute ease of access, the system offers multiple feedback channels for the beneficiaries:
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कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of
PIB Chennai Region (English)
1 Jun 2026, 08:03 pm
Taking ahead Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s mission of sensible conservation and prudent utilization, KVIC celebrated ‘World Bee Day 2026’ virtually.
Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, organized various programmes on ‘World Honey Bee Day-2026’ through virtual mode on Wednesday from its headquarters in Mumbai, state and divisional offices across the country and Central Bee Research and Training Institute (CBRTI), Pune. From KVIC’s Gandhi Darshan Office in New Delhi, Chairman, KVIC, Shri Manoj Kumar virtually addressed KVIC offices, beekeepers, beneficiaries, scientists, students, officers and employees across the country. On this occasion, the ‘Honey Exhibition’ organized at CBRTI, Pune was also virtually inaugurated by the Chairman, KVIC. In line with this year’s World Honey Bee Day theme — “Bee Together for People and the Planet” — the programmes highlighted the important role of honeybees in environmental conservation, agricultural productivity and strengthening biodiversity. Addressing participants joined virtually from across the country, Chairman, KVIC, Shri Manoj Kumar said that this year’s World Honey Bee Day programmes have been organized through virtual mode in accordance with Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of energy conservation, judicious use of resources and effective management with minimal expenditure. This not only reduced unnecessary travel and fuel consumption, but also ensured the participation of a large number of people from different states of the country. He further said that honey bees are vital protectors of nature and the agricultural ecosystem, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming “White Revolution into Sweet Revolution” has accelerated self-employment and self-reliance in villages. Today, beekeeping has become a strong medium for strengthening agriculture, the environment and the rural economy. The Chairman further said that at a time when the entire world is worried about the conservation of honeybees, India has taken positive initiatives in this direction, with major credit going to the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that while launching the “Sweet Revolution” from Banaskantha, Gujarat in 2016, the Prime Minister had stated, “Where there has been a White Revolution, there will now also be a Sweet Revolution.” He added that this was not merely a slogan, but a comprehensive vision for villages, farmers and the building of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat (आत्मनिर्भर भारत). Taking inspiration from the Prime Minister’s vision, KVIC launched the ‘Honey Mission’ in 2017, which has now become a strong medium for employment and self-reliance in rural areas.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsबैंकिंग और वित्तBanking & Financeपर्यावरणEnvironmentसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: prime minister, narendra modi, ministry of, credit, biodiversity, environment, conservation
PIB Chennai Region (English)
1 Jun 2026, 08:03 pm
Ministry of Panchayati Raj to organize outreach workshop on Atmanirbhar Panchayat Initiative at NIRD&PR, Hyderabad on 2 May 2026
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, is organizing an outreach workshop on the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme on 2 May 2026 at National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR), Rajendra Nagar, Hyderabad. The outreach workshop will be inaugurated by Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj in the presence of Smt. Mukta Shekhar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Shri M. Dana Kishore, Special Chief Secretary, Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Department, Government of Telangana, other senior officers of the State Government, faculty-members of NIRD&PR, senior officers of Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and Panchayat representatives and functionaries from across Telangana. The outreach workshop will introduce participants to the vision, objectives and operational framework of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, a forward-looking initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA). Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, will deliver the keynote address outlining the vision of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, followed by a detailed presentation on the national policy objectives, technical roadmap and expected outcomes. A live, end-to-end demonstration of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Portal will walk participants through the application workflow and digital dashboards, making the process accessible and transparent for Panchayats at every level. An interactive Question and Answer session will provide all stakeholders a valuable opportunity to engage directly with the Ministry and gain clarity on participation. The State of Telangana will also articulate its commitment and priorities under the Programme, setting a tone of active partnership between the Centre and the State. Public sector organizations like HUDCO and NABARD are supporting the programme with their expertise in rural project development and possible financial support. The Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme is designed to support eligible Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats in developing and implementing financially viable, bankable projects that strengthen their Own Sources of Revenue (OSR). Through a transparent national challenge process, selected proposals from Panchayats will receive dedicated technical assistance from project development to financial closure, with support spanning Public-Private Partnerships, CSR funding, bank finance and convergence with other government schemes. Community participation in planning will be ensured through mandatory consent by the Gram Sabhas. Ideas will come from the Panchayats and the technical assistance will develop the winning ideas into bankable projects. Over its four-year implementation period, the Programme aspires to build a new generation of self-reliant, economically confident Panchayats, each a living demonstration that financial independence and good local governance go hand in hand.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyबैंकिंग और वित्तBanking & Financeसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesनियुक्तियांAppointmentsराज्य समाचारState Newsएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of, revenue, finance, nabard, government scheme, scheme, chief, state government
PIB Lucknow (English)
1 Jun 2026, 08:03 pm
National Zoological Park Organises Swachhata Pakhwada to Promote Mission LiFE and Environmental Stewardship
The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, today inaugurated Swachhata Pakhwada 2026, a fifteen-day cleanliness and environmental awareness campaign being observed from 01.06.2016 to 15.06.2026, with the objective of promoting cleanliness, environmental stewardship, sustainable lifestyles and public participation in conservation initiatives in alignment with the vision of Swachh Bharat Mission and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). The programme commenced with a Mass Swachhata Pledge administered to participants, followed by an orientation session introducing the objectives and activities planned during the fortnight. A painting competition on the theme “Pollution among National Parks and Sanctuaries – Protected areas” was also organized to encourage students to creatively express their concerns and solutions regarding environmental pollution. A total of 44 students from 23 schools participated in painting and poster making competitions. Over the next fifteen days, a wide range of educational, awareness, and participatory activities will be conducted involving school students, zoo visitors, staff members, and stakeholders. These activities include:
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कीवर्ड:Keywords: pollution, environment, conservation
PIB Lucknow (English)
1 Jun 2026, 08:03 pm
National Workshop on R&D in Water Charts Future Roadmap for Research-Led Water Security
The National Workshop on R&D in Water brought together over 500 stakeholders from government, academia, research institutions, industry, MSMEs and startups to deliberate on strengthening India's water research and innovation ecosystem for achieving water security and climate resilience. The workshop was attended by Shri C.R. Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti; Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Minister of State, Ministry of Jal Shakti; Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, ISRO, CEO ANRF; Senior Secretaries, scientists, experts and industries from across the country. Addressing the gathering, Shri C.R. Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti, emphasized that “Jal is the hallmark of our civilization” and development. He stressed that addressing emerging water challenges requires a three-pronged approach of research, technological innovation and Jan Bhagidari. Highlighting the Ministry’s efforts in promoting research and innovation, he noted that over 315 R&D projects have been undertaken in the water sector, including 113 projects directly supported by the Ministry. Minister also highlighted the success of the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) campaign, under which more than 1.5 crore water conservation structures have been reported across the country. He announced the launch of Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: Catch the Rain (JSJB:CTR) Portal , a nationwide initiative aimed at further strengthening community-led water conservation through participation of citizens, industries, NGOs and government agencies. He also underscored the role of geospatial technologies and partnerships in supporting scientific water management and source sustainability.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyविज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीScience & Techपर्यावरणEnvironmentसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of, industry, isro, conservation
PIB Lucknow (English)
1 Jun 2026, 08:03 pm
Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) and Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Sign MoU to Strengthen Multilingual Access Across India's Investment Ecosystem
The Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD), under the Digital India Corporation (DIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, have signed an MoU under “BHASHINI Seva/Sanchalan - A BHASHINI Sahayogi Program” to strengthen multilingual digital capabilities across India's industry and internal trade ecosystem through the BHASHINI Platform, India's National Language Digital Public Infrastructure. The collaboration aims to promote multilingual access, multilingual governance, and multilingual service delivery across all 22 languages recognised under the Eight Schedule of the Constitution of India within DPIIT's digital platforms, enabling greater inclusivity for entrepreneurs, startups, investors, businesses, and citizens to access information and services in their preferred languages. Under the collaboration, DPIIT and the BHASHINI team will work towards enabling multilingual access across DPIIT platforms through initiatives including BHASHINI Udyat, Mitra, Appmitra, and Pravakta, alongside translation API integration, domain-specific language model development, multilingual glossary creation, voice-enabled technologies and linguistic dataset.
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राष्ट्रीय मामलेNational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: ministry of, industry
The Hindu - National
1 Jun 2026, 07:42 pm
Telangana to implement Employee Health Scheme through dedicated Health Care Trust
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कीवर्ड:Keywords: scheme
The Hindu - National
1 Jun 2026, 07:21 pm
YSRCP launches ‘Two Years of Betrayal’ campaign against NDA government
Party announces statewide protests, alleges coalition failed to fulfil election promises and weakened welfare programmes
सरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
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The Hindu - National
1 Jun 2026, 07:19 pm
Bellatrix Aerospace to help launch South Korean VLEO satellite mission
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विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीScience & Techसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: satellite
Economic Times - Economy
1 Jun 2026, 05:23 pm
India meets FY26 fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP; revenue deficit at 1.55%
India's fiscal deficit reached the budgeted 4.4% of GDP for fiscal 2026. This eases immediate government finance worries. However, the focus shifts to next year's ambitious consolidation target. The country might face challenges meeting the current year's deficit goal due to rising subsidy costs. Revenue receipts showed mixed performance compared to the previous year.
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कीवर्ड:Keywords: gdp, fiscal deficit, revenue, finance, fiscal, subsidy
Economic Times - Economy
1 Jun 2026, 02:21 pm
India, Australia to develop MoU on defence articles, services after second defence ministers' dialogue
India and Australia will develop a defence cooperation agreement. This follows their second Defence Ministers' Dialogue. The countries aim to boost maritime security and expand military exercises. Defence industry collaboration and science technology exchanges are also planned. Training cooperation will see an Indian instructor at an Australian college. Both nations support Indo-Pacific maritime surveillance initiatives.
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अंतरराष्ट्रीय मामलेInternational Affairsअर्थव्यवस्थाEconomyविज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीScience & Techरक्षाDefenceसरकारी योजनाएंGovernment Schemesएसएससी सीजीएलSSC CGLएसएससी सीएचएसएलSSC CHSLएसएससी एमटीएसSSC MTSरेलवे परीक्षाRailway Examsआरओ/एआरओRO/AROयूपीपीसीएसUPPCSयूपीएससीUPSC
कीवर्ड:Keywords: dialogue, industry, defence minister, military exercise, defence, military
World Health Organization News (English)
1 Jun 2026, 03:19 am
Joint statement by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and WHO concerning the outbreak of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus
The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) reaffirm their strong partnership and shared commitment to protect the health and well-being of the people of Ituri Province and the nation at large, following the joint mission to Bunia led by Dr Samuel Roger Kamba, Minister of Health, Mr. Patrick Muyaya Katembwe, Minister of Communication and Medias, and the visit of WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. This high-level visit comes at a challenging time, as the country responds to an outbreak of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The Ministry of Health reports a rapidly evolving situation, with cases and deaths notified in several health zones of Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu. The Government, with support from WHO and partners, is intensifying surveillance, laboratory testing and patient care to interrupt transmission as quickly as possibleThe Government of the DRC is firmly leading a comprehensive national response, working closely with provincial authorities in Ituri and neighbouring provinces. WHO, alongside the broader United Nations system and health and humanitarian partners, is fully committed to supporting these efforts. Together, DRC authorities, WHO and partners are working to strengthen coordination, mobilize additional resources, and ensure that life-saving interventions reach affected communities quickly and equitablyCentral to this response is the recognition that communities are at the heart of the solution. Success will depend on the trust, engagement and leadership of local communities. National and provincial authorities, with support from WHO and partners, are intensifying dialogue with community leaders, women's groups, youth representatives, religious leaders and the private sector to better understand local concerns and co-develop solutions that are culturally appropriate and effective.While the Bundibugyo strain presents additional challenges, including the absence of a licensed vaccine or specific treatment, proven public health measures remain effective in slowing transmission and potential full recovery. The Ministry of Health, WHO and partners are working to rapidly undertake randomized control trials on candidate vaccines and treatments.Persistent challenges include early detection and isolation of cases, contact tracing, safe and dignified burials, robust infection prevention and control in health facilities, and strong community awareness. The Government and WHO call on all communities to continue adopting protective behaviours, including regular hand hygiene, early care seeking in health facilities, and sharing accurate information.The DRC brings unparalleled experience to this response, having successfully contained multiple previous Ebola outbreaks. This experience, combined with strong political leadership at the highest level of the State and renewed international solidarity, provides a firm foundation for bringing the current outbreak under control. Both parties emphasize that outbreak response must maintain primary health care and essential services and strengthen long-term health system resilience. Investments made today in laboratories, health workers, surveillance systems and essential services will leave a legacy for the people of Ituri and the DRC as a whole.We sincerely thank our international partners for the support already provided to response operations, and we encourage sustained solidarity to bring this outbreak under control. Cooperation between countries must also ensure that borders remain open, and that entry controls do not obstruct the flow of desperately needed medical supplies and personnel.Together, DRC authorities, WHO, Africa CDC and partners are working to strengthen coordination, mobilize additional resources, and ensure that life-saving interventions reach affected communities quickly and equitably.
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Economic Times - Economy
1 Jun 2026, 12:34 am
Street vendors earn more, go digital under PM-SVANidhi
The PM-SVANidhi scheme has significantly boosted street vendor incomes by 20%. Digital transactions by vendors have nearly doubled, reaching over 83%. The scheme provides collateral-free loans, with 1.05 crore loans disbursed. Defaults are low, and many vendors are now accessing loans from other banks, building a permanent credit history. The scheme aims to disburse 1.5 crore loans.
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कीवर्ड:Keywords: credit, scheme