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Mizoram hosts Run for Nutrition marathon to boost awareness on healthy living

Aizawl, April 18, 2026: A large scale marathon titled Run for Nutrition was organize in Mizoram on Saturday as part of the ongoing 8th Poshan Pakhwada campaign, bringing together citizens to promote better nutrition and active lifestyles. The event saw participation from nearly 500 individuals, including both adults and children, showcasing strong public involvement and enthusiasm […]

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Minister of State Savitri Thakur Highlights Poshan Tracker Role in Strengthening Anganwadi Services

New Delhi, April 1, 2026: Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur on Tuesday informed the Rajya Sabha that the Poshan Tracker has significantly enhanced monitoring of Anganwadi services by enabling near real time data collection and efficient tracking of beneficiaries. The application has been introduced as a technology driven governance tool […]

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Savitri Thakur Highlights India’s Push for Women Led Development at UN Event

NEW YORK, March 13:Savitri Thakur underlined India’s commitment to advancing women’s leadership and strengthening cooperation among developing nations while addressing a global event during the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations  headquarters. Speaking at a programme focused on women-led development and South-South cooperation, the minister emphasised how […]

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Punjab Government Recovers ₹145.73 Crores from Deceased and Ineligible Beneficiaries under State Pension Scheme: Dr. Baljit Kaur

Chandigarh, September 4 , 2024 – In a significant move directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Social Security, Women and Child Development Department has recovered ₹145.73 crores from 2.44 lakh deceased and ineligible beneficiaries under the State Pension Scheme. This recovery follows a comprehensive survey conducted by the department to verify the existence of […]

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