National Mission on Natural Farming Launched

Mission: National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)

• Launch: By the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare on November 25, 2024.
• Objective: Promote chemical-free farming, reduce costs for farmers, and ensure safe food production.

Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 Approval

Duration: The mission has been extended until March 31, 2028.

• Objective: Strengthen India's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
• Key Features:
  • 30 innovation centers will be established working in local languages.
  • Focus on improving input, throughput, and output quality.
  • Annual Global Tinkering Olympiad under international innovation collaboration.
  • WIPO will be the "Knowledge Partner."

Central Government Approves Two Hydro Projects in Arunachal Pradesh

Approval: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved two hydroelectric projects in Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh, on November 25, 2024.

• Projects:
  • Tato Hydro Electric Project
  • Hio Hydro Electric Project