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Odisha's science and technology department has directed Odisha Construction Corporation Ltd (OCCL) to revise detailed project reports for district science centres. The revised proposals must align with the sanctioned cost of Rs 15 crore per centre and incorporate site-specific conditions to prevent cost escalation. This move aims to ensure financial viability and timely implementation of these educational hubs.

Centre Extends Assam Tenancy Act, Clears Rental Bottlenecks

The Supreme Court has initiated an ambitious project, assigning eight National Law Universities the critical task of reevaluating the nationwide application of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. This initiative, known as 'Project Ability Empowerment', seeks to dig deeper than surface-level compliance checks, aiming to pinpoint areas for improvement in implementation.

A rights activist survey in Jharkhand reveals digital compliance pressures and administrative negligence are hindering nutrition scheme implementation at anganwadi centers. Health workers face job fears due to digital targets, while issues like e-KYC failures and poor network connectivity deprive beneficiaries of essential services, impacting women and children's nutrition.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed delight as West Bengal's new government, led by CM Suvendu Adhikari, began implementing central welfare schemes like Ayushman Bharat. This move fulfills a pre-election promise, aiming to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare and seamless execution of key national projects for the state's residents.

Workplaces across India face challenges in implementing the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act. Many organisations lack proper training and functional Internal Committees. Employees often fear retaliation and remain silent about harassment. Delays in complaint resolution and lack of transparency further hinder justice. This situation creates unsafe work environments for women, requiring immediate attention and effective implementation of POSH.

Seeks Singapore Tie-Up for Growth of Capital City

Bengal administration is preparing to implement the Centre's Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme ahead of the new BJP government's swearing-in. A high-level meeting discussed implementation modalities and Ayushman card distribution. The Centre will also release Rs 2,700 crore in pending Jal Jeevan Mission funds to West Bengal.

CBSE and AIIMS New Delhi have launched Phase II of Project MATE across more than 60 schools in Delhi NCR to strengthen adolescent wellbeing and counselling support. The initiative focuses on emotional, social and psychological development of middle-school students through classroom modules, peer-support systems and parent workshops. School counsellors participating in the programme will undergo intensive training at AIIMS New Delhi before implementation begins for students of Grades VI to VIII from July 2026.

Jharkhand's PESA rules are set for ground-level implementation, moving beyond paper. A state to block level coordination committee will ensure continuous review and problem resolution. The government aims to make these rules, which prioritize tribal area demands and women in Gram Sabha roles, a national model. Effective implementation is the key challenge.

West Bengal's new Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and his cabinet will prioritize implementing Ayushman Bharat health insurance and securing the unfenced border with Bangladesh. Adhikari will also outline the BJP government's five-year roadmap to the state administration, including meetings with IAS officers and police brass. CAPF security will continue for the CM.