Charan Paduka Scheme | Chhattisgarh | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Chhattisgarh government has revived the Charan Paduka scheme, a footwear scheme aimed at benefiting tendu leaf collectors across the state. 

Key Points

Tendu Leaves


Akashvani Kendra in Ujjain | Madhya Pradesh | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The government is going to set up a new Akashvani Kendra in Ujjain under the Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) scheme. 

Key Points

Prasar Bharti 

Doordarshan 


Dholpur Science Centre Inaugurated to Boost Innovation | Rajasthan | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Union Minister of Science and Technology inaugurated the Dholpur Science Centre in Rajasthan, aiming to make it a vibrant hub of innovation and scientific curiosity for school children and youth in the region.

Key Points 

Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) 


HC Rejects Petitions Against UP Government’s School Merger Order | Uttar Pradesh | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Allahabad High Court dismissed petitions challenging the state government’s order for the merger of government-run primary schools and upper primary schools. 

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ASMITA 2025 | Uttar Pradesh | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Union Sports Minister launched the 2025 season of the ASMITA League in Modinagar, Uttar Pradesh. The season started with a two-day weightlifting event. 

Key Points 

Khelo India Initiative 


Bihar’s New Domicile Rule Excludes Non-Residents from Women’s Quota | Bihar | 09 Jul 2025

Why in News? 

The Bihar government approved the domicile rule for the existing 35% reservation for women in all state government jobs, reversing Bihar’s earlier policy of not requiring domicile status for government employment.

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