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Maharashtra Forms SIT to Probe Health Scheme Fraud
Maharashtra government is investigating suspected fraud in major health insurance schemes. A Special Investigation Team is checking over 15,400 suspicious claims filed between 2024 and 2026. These claims relate to Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana.
Investigation details
This large number of claims is under review. The team will submit its report within 30 days. This work helps make sure public money is protected and reaches only eligible people. Clear processes are very important for these health schemes.
Union Cabinet Approves Major Infrastructure and Bioenergy Projects
Union Cabinet approved the 135.871 km, 4-lane access-controlled Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor on NH-15 in Assam. This project costs Rs 8,970.20 crore. It includes five main bypasses and an emergency landing strip in Tezpur to reduce traffic. It helps improve travel in the region.
Energy scheme approval
Government also approved GOBARdhan, a national bioenergy scheme with a budget of Rs 23,731 crore. It runs from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36. The scheme helps turn farm waste and cattle dung into clean fuel. It aims to increase rural income and make compressed biogas a main part of the energy mix.
Jammu and Kashmir Rooftop Solar Progress Update
Solar energy use is growing in Jammu and Kashmir. By August 2026, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana reached 85,908 applications from residents. So far, 39,160 installations are complete. Many people want to join, but DISCOMs need to finish work faster to close the gap between applications and completed units.
Financial Support Details
Money help is reaching people. Over 24,308 loans totaling 437.34 crore rupees have been provided for setting up systems. This money helps both families and contractors. Better execution by local offices is the main way to change these pending applications into working solar power units soon.
Madhya Pradesh Launches Bhagwan Shri Krishna Medhavi Chhatravritti Yojana
Madhya Pradesh government has launched Bhagwan Shri Krishna Medhavi Chhatravritti Yojana to support top-performing students. This scholarship gives ₹1 lakh each to 102 students every year. The scheme links modern studies with traditional Indian knowledge, focusing on 14 Vidyas and 64 Kalas linked to Lord Krishna.
Scholarship eligibility and selection
Students from school level to higher education can apply, including those in IITs, medical colleges, and technical courses. From the 102 scholarships, 51 go to school students. The rest are for higher education and research. To apply, students must register on the official portal and finish an online questionnaire. If many qualified students apply, the department will use a lottery system for final selection.
Punjab Extends Deadline for New Ration Card Applications
Punjab government is working to cover all eligible families under National Food Security Act. Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak confirmed that the official portal for new ration card applications stays open until August 11, 2026. You can also submit applications by hand at the local office of your District Food and Supply Controller.
Better food distribution
Clarity is a top priority. Over 14,000 ration depots across the state now use e-PoS machines for foodgrain distribution. The government also distributes kits under Meri Rasoi scheme. These kits contain items like pulses, sugar, salt, turmeric, and mustard oil to help local households.
Union Cabinet Approves ₹23,731 Crore GOBARdhan Scheme
Update for the clean energy sector in India. Union Cabinet approved GOBARdhan scheme with a budget of ₹23,731 crore. This scheme runs from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36 and will increase Compressed Biogas production by almost ten times. By turning farm waste and cattle dung into fuel, the government will reduce the need for imported fossil fuels and help increase rural incomes.
Scheme rules and support
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas manages the scheme. It offers a fixed price of ₹2,110 per MMBTU to make sure producers get steady income. City Gas Distribution companies must meet blending targets of 3% in 2026-27, 4% in 2027-28, and 5% from 2028-29. Greenfield projects can get capital support of up to ₹2 crore for every tonne per day of capacity. This waste-to-wealth approach helps farmers, small businesses, and women entrepreneurs across the country.
Journalists Protest Proposed Merger of Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana
Utkal Sambadika Sangha opposes plans to merge Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana with Ayushman Bharat. Journalists worry about losing coverage for cabin treatment, claims for non-empanelled hospitals, and branded medicines.
Concerns and demands
State President Bibhuti Bhushan Kar is concerned about payment delays with the new system. The association wants to increase insurance cover from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. They also want parents and dependent children included in the policy. They gave a memorandum to the Additional Chief Secretary and warned of a statewide protest if their requests are ignored.
West Bengal Annapurna Yojana Payouts Starting August 17
Eligible women in West Bengal will get financial support under the Annapurna Yojana from August 17. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari confirmed that ₹3,000 will be sent directly to the bank accounts of verified families.
Payment details
This scheme provides money help to women across the state. Make sure your bank details are updated and verified to get your payment on time. You can check your status through the Annapurna Yojana Portal. Submit required documents if you need to update any information.
Parliamentary Panel Demands Faster Green Energy Rollout in Northeast
Parliamentary committee has directed Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to speed up green energy projects in Northeast. The panel pointed out that main schemes like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and PM-KUSUM face delays. Although government set aside ₹2,503.85 crore for the region in FY26, only ₹734.24 crore has been spent.
Better energy options for Northeast
Hilly terrain and less sunlight make these projects hard. The committee wants less reliance on just solar power. They are pushing for a mix of wind, bioenergy, small hydro, and geothermal power to speed up work. Funds are available, but getting the work done is a big problem in this region.
Union Cabinet Approves Major Infrastructure and Energy Projects
Union Cabinet cleared two projects for rural development and connectivity with a total budget of over ₹32,000 crore. Gobardhan Yojana received approval for ₹23,731 crore. This scheme helps increase biogas production and adds to the income of rural families.
Infrastructure updates in Northeast
Connectivity in the Northeast also gets support. Government officials sanctioned ₹8,970.20 crore for the Guwahati-Tezpur NH-15 corridor in Assam. This project is unique because it includes an Emergency Landing Facility for aircraft. These approvals help improve both energy independence and transport networks.
Madhya Pradesh Green Energy Model Presented at International Conference
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav shared the state renewable energy growth at the 7th International Renewable Energy Conference 2026 in New Delhi. The state grew its renewable capacity from 438 MW to over 11,000 MW in 12 years. Madhya Pradesh is a major part of the India goal to reach 500 GW of non-fossil energy by 2030.
Renewable Energy Projects
The state has built major projects like the 750 MW Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Project and the 1,500 MW Agar-Shajapur-Neemuch Solar Project. The government is also working on battery storage projects that can provide power for 4, 6, and 24 hours. Under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, which is part of the Complete List of Schemes Launched by PM Narendra Modi, nearly 1.5 lakh households now use rooftop solar systems. Dr. Yadav also noted the Surya Mitra Agriculture Feeder Scheme. This scheme has received proposals for 14,900 MW of capacity, showing strong interest from farmers.
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