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Bihar government has partnered with Indian Potash Ltd (IPL) to restart sugar mills in Sakri, Madhubani and Raiyam, Darbhanga. This work is part of the Saat Nischay-3 scheme and helps local workers and sugarcane farmers. The sites will include distilleries, power plants, and Compressed Biogas (CBG) units.

New updates for state economy

Cooperative Department is starting the Bihar State Cooperative Policy 2026 to improve rural work. Also, the state will use the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana from the 2026-27 Rabi season. The state is building 350 vegetable collection centres. PACS will now provide more banking services and host Jan Aushadhi Kendras.

Thousands of families in Jammu and Kashmir wait for land to build homes. Out of 3,673 eligible landless households identified under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, only 498 got land so far. This leaves 3,175 families in a hard spot.

Union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan shared these numbers in Lok Sabha. The region has a target of 3,41,644 houses. While 3,26,860 houses are complete, 14,784 are still being built. Across the country, about 2.36 lakh families wait for land or support under this scheme.

Project status and next steps

The government approved Phase-II of the project. It aims to build two crore more rural houses by March 2029. Officials point to issues like migration, land disputes, and people not wanting the land as reasons for delays.

To speed things up, the Centre uses a dashboard for monitoring and holds regular workshops with local officials. Rural mason training programs are also running to help finish work faster. These training efforts aim to help complete the remaining houses on time.

India is modernizing its currency system. Government officials approved field trials of Rs 10 and Rs 20 polymer banknotes. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Reserve Bank of India plans to test one billion pieces of each to check how well they hold up in the local climate.

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These plastic-based notes should last two to four times longer than regular cotton paper currency. They also handle water and dirt much better. These notes will circulate alongside existing paper money instead of replacing them right away. Reserve Bank of India aims for a rollout by the next financial year, but the purchase process is in the early stages. So, there is no set launch date or final total cost. The central bank will monitor these trials before deciding on any future plans.

Students in Uttarakhand will soon have new support. State government is launching CM Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana-2026, a scheme made to help youth prepare for competitive exams. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami approved the plan, and the launch date will be announced soon.

Support for Competitive Exams

This scheme helps students in remote and hilly areas by giving them free online coaching and study materials. It covers many exams, including UPSC, PSC, CDS, Banking, Railways, and SSC. Also, students preparing for entrance tests like CAT, MAT, GATE, NET, and CSIR-NET get help. This major support helps those who cannot afford private coaching.

Punjab government has reached over 65 lakh women through its welfare schemes, specifically under Mukh Maantri Mawan-Dheeyan Satkar Yojana. During a recent Punjab Vidhan Sabha session, Social Security Minister Dr Baljit Kaur noted that these efforts help women gain respect, independence, and active social participation across the state.

State support for women

Apart from direct money help, the state helps with travel through free bus rides and supports elderly women with CM Teerth Yatra Scheme. Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond also mentioned that strengthening self-help groups is a main way to help women become financially independent. The government continues to focus on long-term support by creating equal opportunities in education, work, and public life.

Data shared in Lok Sabha shows Jammu and Kashmir has 68,49,967 registered people under Public Distribution System for 2026. This is up from 67,47,183 people in 2025. Government support is very important for this network. The Centre released ₹54.54 crore during 2025-26 to help with foodgrain movement and Fair Price Shop dealer margins.

Ration Card Cleanup

Officials confirmed that they are removing ineligible ration cards as part of a routine database check. Nationally, the government released ₹75,254.34 crore as food subsidy under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana as of August 6, 2026. These efforts make sure that food reaches families who need it most in the Union Territory.

PM E-DRIVE scheme is extended until March 31, 2028. This government scheme has a budget of ₹11,900 crore. It helps people buy electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and buses.

Details for buyers

People buying an electric two-wheeler can get a subsidy of ₹2,500 per kWh. The total subsidy is capped at ₹5,000 per vehicle. This benefit covers up to 15% of the ex-factory price. The subsidy comes through an e-voucher linked to your Aadhaar. Check for available funds with your dealer before you buy. The scheme is budget-linked and might close once funds are used up.

Lucknow Development Authority is building 2,640 new flats. These units are part of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in Anant Nagar and Sharda Nagar Extension. One-BHK flats cost about ₹8.99 lakh. The central government provides a subsidy up to ₹2.5 lakh.

Project details and facilities

This project includes 14-storey Aditya Apartments in Anant Nagar. It also features 12-storey Bageshwari Apartments near PGI. PMAY units cost ₹8.99 lakh. Two-bedroom flats for middle-income families cost ₹34.82 lakh.

Modern infrastructure is a focus. The plan includes health centers, community facilities, and better road networks like four-lane and six-lane routes. Land pooling for the 4,500-acre project area is happening now with consent from local farmers.

Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched a loan waiver scheme to provide money help to 490 people from poor communities. This scheme supports people from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Divyangjan, and Safai Karamcharis who struggled with long-term loan defaults.

New support for education and housing

At an event in Panaji, the Chief Minister mentioned the government's aim to work for the welfare of all. During the event, he also launched the Mukhyamantri Bahujan Utkarsh Yojana. This scheme provides money help to students from these communities who want to study abroad. Also, the government gave certificates to people under the Graha Suraksha Yojana to help with their social and economic status.

Over 1.25 crore women in Madhya Pradesh await the 39th installment of Ladli Behna Yojana. State government officials plan to release the ₹1,500 payment soon. It is expected to arrive before the Raksha Bandhan festival.

Reports mention August 12 as a possible date, but this is not official. Avoid believing social media rumors about payment dates.

Payment details

To get the money, make sure your bank account is active, Aadhaar-linked, and set up for DBT. Check your individual status on the official website. Do not share your OTP, PIN, or banking details with anyone who says they can help you get the payment.

Government is helping stop the population decline of the Parsi-Zoroastrian community. Since 2014-15, Jiyo Parsi scheme has supported the birth of 534 babies. These numbers are important, as the community population has been dropping for decades. This scheme is part of the Scheme for Containing Population Decline of Small Minority Communities.

Details on scheme support

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju shared these facts in the Rajya Sabha. Aside from childbirth support, 582 people received help with infertility treatments and post-natal care. Another 1,055 people used the Health of Community component since 2018-19. Government has spent 37.43 crore rupees on this scheme so far. This is one of many Minority Welfare Schemes List 2026 programs currently active.

The program focuses on more than just medical help. It includes workshops and awareness drives to address social issues like late marriages and low birth rates. Although this work is hard, independent reviews show the scheme is making a difference for the community.