The Ministry of Finance has released guidelines for a new scheme that will see the allocation of Rs 10,000 crore for land reforms in rural and urban areas, as well as Rs 5,000 crore for a Farmers' Registry. The scheme, which also includes funds for working women's hostels, tourism, scrapping old vehicles, and industrial growth, aims to boost development in the National Capital Region. The move comes as part of the Centre's efforts to revitalize the economy and spur growth in various sectors.
In a tragedy that unfolded during an ongoing operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, Captain Deepak Singh of the Indian Army lost his life while fighting terrorists. The encounter with a group of foreign terrorists took place in the Shivgarh-Assar belt, where a cordon and search operation was underway. A huge loss to the nation, the braveheart's sacrifice has been saluted and mourned by all ranks of the White Knight Corps.