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September 8, 2026 10:30 PM

Literacy must be reimagined as an instrument of empowerment and active citizenship: Jayant Chaudhary

Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary on Tuesday called for reimagining literacy and education as instruments of empowerment, creativity, dignity and active citizenship, stressing that literacy must extend beyond the ability to read and write. Speaking at the national-level celebration of International Literacy Day 2026 in New Delhi, Chaudhary said the ULLAS initiative was empowering learners with confidence, dignity and opportunities to participate meaningfully in society. �...

June 29, 2026 4:44 PM

From enterprise to empowerment: How MSMEs are driving India’s growth story

From traditional artisans in remote villages to cutting-edge manufacturing units supplying global markets, India's Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have emerged as one of the strongest pillars of the country's economic transformation. Backed by policy reforms, digitalisation, improved access to finance and technology, and targeted government support, the sector is expanding rapidly while generating employment, encouraging entrepreneurship and strengthening India's manufacturing ecosys...

June 4, 2025 4:22 PM

Empowering India’s Youth: A Decade of Progress and Promise

Over the past eleven years, the Government of India has made significant strides in empowering the youth, recognizing them as the nation's most valuable asset. With over 65% of its population under the age of 35, India has focused on transforming its youth into a driving force for national growth through reforms in education, skilling, employment, entrepreneurship, and sports. Revolutionizing Education With the introduction of the National Education Policy 2020, the government aims to boost th...