Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Releases Two Books Jalandhar Peeth Ka Rahsya and Mushtarka Khata Authored by Ajay Prakash.
Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, recently unveiled two significant books authored by Ajay Prakash: Jalandhar Peeth Ka Rahsya and Mushtarka Khata. The event highlighted the importance of literature in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the region. Jalandhar Peeth Ka Rahsya delves into the historical and spiritual significance of the Jalandhar Peeth, while Mushtarka Khata explores the shared narratives and histories of diverse communities. Sukhu emphasized the need for ongoing research and documentation of Himachal Pradesh's rich traditions to foster a deeper understanding of its cultural identity.
Promoting literature fosters community engagement and strengthens cultural ties among the diverse populations of Himachal Pradesh.
The release of these books encourages further exploration of the region’s rich historical narratives and traditions.
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Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu Launches Himachal Road Transport Corporation's (HRTC) National Common Mobility Card for Cashless Travel Across India.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu has launched the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) for the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC), marking a significant step towards cashless travel across India. The card, designed to streamline and enhance travel convenience, will enable passengers to make seamless payments on public transportation services nationwide. This initiative aims to integrate various transport systems under a unified payment platform, reducing the need for cash transactions and improving overall travel efficiency. By adopting this technology, HRTC joins other major transit systems in promoting a more modern and accessible travel experience.
The NCMC card supports multiple payment modes, including contactless transactions, enhancing user convenience and speed.
This initiative aims to reduce the reliance on cash, promoting digital payment adoption across various transport services.
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Himachal Pradesh Government Launches Mukhya Mantri Sukh Sikhsha Yojana with Rs 53.21 Crore Allocation.
The Himachal Pradesh Government has launched the Mukhya Mantri Sukh Sikhsha Yojana with an allocation of Rs 53.21 crores. This initiative aims to improve the quality of education in the state, ensuring better learning environments for students. The scheme is expected to provide enhanced educational resources, infrastructure development, and support for teachers. With this allocation, the government intends to uplift the education sector, focusing on holistic development and equal opportunities for all students across the state.
Focuses on digital learning tools and modern classrooms to bridge the rural-urban education gap in Himachal Pradesh.
Targets underprivileged students by offering scholarships and financial aid for higher education opportunities.
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Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu launched 'Mukhyamantri Bal Nutritious Food Scheme' for school children.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has launched the Mukhyamantri Bal Paushik Aahar Yojna, a new nutritional scheme aimed at improving the health and well-being of school children in the state. This initiative will provide balanced and nutritious meals to students, ensuring they receive the necessary vitamins and minerals for their growth and development. The program targets underprivileged children and aims to combat malnutrition and support their educational performance. By implementing this scheme, the government hopes to promote better health outcomes and enhance the overall quality of education in Himachal Pradesh.
The scheme includes regular health check-ups to monitor the nutritional status of students.
Local school staff will assist in meal distribution and ensure compliance with nutritional standards.
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Himachal Pradesh Launches HIM-UNNATI Scheme to Promote Natural Farming.
Himachal Pradesh (HP) has introduced the HIM-UNNATI scheme to encourage natural farming practices across the state. The full form of HIM-UNNATI is "Himachal Integrated Mission for Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Farming Initiatives." This initiative aims to promote eco-friendly agricultural techniques, reduce the dependence on chemical inputs, and enhance soil health. The scheme will provide financial assistance, technical support, and training to farmers adopting natural farming methods. By fostering sustainable agricultural practices, the program seeks to improve crop quality and farmer livelihoods while ensuring environmental conservation.
The scheme aims to enhance biodiversity by encouraging the use of traditional farming practices and organic inputs.
Farmers will receive subsidies for purchasing natural farming tools and equipment to support the transition.
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Himachal CM releases 'Ek Refugee Scientist' autobiography.
The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh has released the autobiography titled "Ek Refugee Scientist." This book provides an insightful account of the author's journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs experienced as a refugee who pursued a career in science. The release event was attended by various dignitaries and served as a platform to discuss the book’s impact on understanding the refugee experience and contributions to science. The autobiography aims to inspire readers with its story of perseverance and achievement in the face of adversity.
The autobiography reflects the personal and professional growth of a refugee-turned-scientist.
The event highlighted the importance of resilience and dedication in achieving one’s goals.
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Star Health Insurance Teams Up with HP State Cooperative Bank to Boost Health Insurance in the State.
Star Health Insurance has partnered with HP State Cooperative Bank to enhance health insurance accessibility in Himachal Pradesh. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive health coverage to residents through the bank's extensive network. The initiative seeks to address healthcare affordability and expand insurance penetration in the state, ensuring more individuals and families have access to quality medical services without financial strain.
Enhance health insurance accessibility and coverage across Himachal Pradesh through strategic partnership.
Foster financial security and healthcare support with comprehensive insurance solutions for residents of Himachal Pradesh.
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The Centre on Monday announced a one-year extension for Intelligence Bureau director Tapan Kumar Deka until June 30, 2025.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet headed by PM Narendra Modi has approved the extension in service of Deka -- a 1988 batch IPS officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre -- as the Director, Intelligence Bureau, for a period of one year beyond June 30, 2024, a government order said.
In June 2022, Deka was appointed as the chief of the domestic spy agency IB for two years after the tenure of incumbent Intelligence Bureau Director Arvind Kumar ended on June 30, 2022.
Deka has spent most of his career in the Intelligence Bureau.
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Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Chairman and Managing Director Geeta Kapur inaugurated India's first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project at the 1,500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station (NJHPS) in Jhakri, Himachal Pradesh.
Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Chairman and Managing Director Geeta Kapur inaugurated India's first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project at the 1,500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station (NJHPS) in Jhakri, Himachal Pradesh. The project is a first-of-its-kind green hydrogen generation plant that can produce clean energy and meet the combustion fuel needs of the NJHPS. It will utilise renewable energy from SJVN's 1.31 MW solar power plant to produce green hydrogen by splitting water. The pilot project is designed to produce 14 kilograms of green hydrogen daily and will be used for turbine maintenance and electricity generation.
She also inaugurated the centralized operation of NJHPS and Rampur Hydro Power Station (RHPS), allowing remote operation of RHPS Unit-2 from the NJHPS control room.
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Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra launched the myCGHS app for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries.
Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra launched the myCGHS app for the iOS ecosystem of devices, designed to enhance access to electronic health records, information, and resources for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries. Developed by the technical teams of the National Informatics Centre (NIC) Himachal Pradesh and NIC Health Team, myCGHS is a convenient mobile application offering features aimed at enhancing information and accessibility for CGHS beneficiaries. The myCGHS app facilitates a wide range of services, including: booking and cancellation of online appointments, downloading the CGHS card and index card, accessing lab reports from CGHS labs; checking medicine history, checking medical reimbursement claim status, accessing referral details, locating nearby wellness centres, etc. The app features security features like 2-factor authentication and the functionality of mPIN, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of users’ data.
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