Education occupies a strategic position in India's development priorities. India's efforts to achieve universal elementary education gained further momentum with the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002, and the enactment of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, which became effective on April 1, 2010. The RTE Act, 2009, entitles every child in the age group of six to 14 years to a right to free and compulsory elementary education in a neighbourhood school.India has been a keen and dedicated member of the global EFA (Education For All) initiative and a founder of its E-9 subgroup. As a follow-up to the Dakar Framework of Action for EFA, a 'National Plan of Action for Education for All', was formulated in 2002 in India, with a view to contextualise and strategise policies and programmes for achieving the EFA goals. We formulated many programmes, the most prominent being the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, which is the Indian version of Education for All.India

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 21: Latteys Industries Limited, an NSE-listed leader in energy-efficient solar submersible pumps, has announced remarkable financial results for the Quarter and Half Year ending September 2024.

Latteys Industries Limited Reports Exceptional Results for Q2 FY 2024

New Delhi [India], December 21: Whispering Earth's MyEcoTour has been awarded the coveted MSME INDIA 5000 Award for the year 2024. MyEcoTour is a luxury travel service provider based in Mumbai, India. It offers mindful and immersive travel experiences worldwide, prioritizing eco-conscious practices and carbon footprint reduction. This award is a stamp of their quality standards, exceptional customer service and commitment to society.

Whispering Earth\'s MyEcoTour Wins MSME INDIA 5000, Year 2024 Award

New Delhi [India], December 21: Surya Sarees, Delhi's renowned ethnic fashion house, celebrates World Saree Day 2024 with grandeur, grace, and an unwavering commitment to India's sartorial heritage.

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New Delhi [India], December 21: Tis the season for whipping up famed family holiday recipes and serving special, homemade holiday desserts. With so many treats surrounding us this time of year, it's easy to accidentally overindulge. Combine the loads of delicious food with cold weather and a lack of regular sleep and exercise (not to mention the stress of the times we are living in), and you might find yourself headed straight to sniffle town.

How to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

New Delhi [India], December 21: The year 2024 was a defining period for industries in India, showcasing resilience, innovation, and adaptability across real estate, education, manufacturing, energy, and consumer goods sectors. Companies capitalized on emerging opportunities, achieving remarkable milestones while laying robust foundations for future growth. As they reflect on their achievements, these industry leaders are also setting bold visions for 2025, aiming to drive innovation, sustainability, and excellence in their respective fields.


Industry Leaders Envision 2025 While Declaring 2024 as the Year of Transformation and Innovation

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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday said the  government expected a recovery of 20 per cent of the outstanding tax or Rs 6,000 crore from the dues under an amnesty scheme related to state GST demands.
The amnesty scheme, introduced on November 1, is expected to receive 1.14 lakh applications for the waiver of penalty and interest accumulated from 2017-18 to 2019-20, he said.
"The scheme will be in force till March 31, 2025, for the recovery of the outstanding Rs 54,000 crore, including Rs 27,000 crore towards the disputed tax and the rest in penalty and accumulated interest," Pawar said in the legislative assembly.
He said the state government expects to recover 20 per cent of the outstanding tax or Rs 6,000 crore.
Pawar said businessmen and industries participating in the amnesty scheme would benefit Rs 6,000 crore.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives in a boat accident off the Mumbai coast and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased.
Thirteen persons died and 99 others were rescued after a Navy craft crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday, the Navy said.
At about 4 pm, a Navy craft undergoing engine trials lost control and collided with passenger ferry Neel Kamal off Karanja near Mumbai, the Navy said in a statement. The ferry was carrying passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, a popular tourist destination.
"The boat mishap in Mumbai is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon. Those affected are being assisted by the authorities," Modi was quoted as saying by his office in a post on X.
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