In Gujarat, the state government is offering women a unique opportunity this Raksha Bandhan by providing free business stalls in Surat. As part of the initiative, Surat Municipal Corporation has allocated 101 stalls at no cost to women, generating 1010 direct jobs. Additionally, the government is supporting these entrepreneurs with loans ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 50,000 to aid in setting up their Rakhi stalls. The initiative also includes training through "Sakhi Mandal" to ensure women acquire essential skills for successful business operations. This effort aims to empower women and enhance their economic prospects during the festive season. A Rakhi seller said, “Govt is giving women like us to move forward in our lives. We get these kinds of opportunities in Rakhi Mela, and Navaratri Mela. We also get loans according to our need to purchase materials. Because of these stalls we get new recognition.”
18 August,2024 10:59 AM IST
Arbaaz Khan celebrated his 57th birthday recently, and the actor threw a bash for his close friends. While Sanjay Kapoor, Chunky Panday, Raveena Tandon, and Rasha Thadani were snapped, Arbaaz Khan's wife Sshura Khan decided to give it a miss. Watch the video for more
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On the occasion of the perfectionist, Aamir Khan's 59th birthday, let us go back to listening to the star talk about his stardom. On Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, Aamir Khan revealed how he was unaware of his stardom until he went to Turkey and how '3 Idiots' and 'Dangal' are the reasons why he got famous in China Watch the full video to find out more!
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Ahead of Lok Sabha 2024 elections, PM Modi went to West Bengal for a day-long visit on March 1st. During his visit, PM Modi laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth Rs 7,200 crore in Arambag. However, the Indian PM made headlines for an unusual incident that happened when he was sharing a stage with BJP dignitaries. He saw a young girl holding a portrait of Lord Jagannath in the crowd and asked his security personnel to bring the portrait to him. The PM acknowledged the gift from the little girl and took the blessings of Lord Jagannath. His sweet gesture towards the little girls is winning the hearts of people.
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