How does PM Vidyalaxmi differ from other schemes? Sub: Schemes Sec: Education Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, a Central Sector Scheme aimed at providing financial support to meritorious students applying for higher education. About PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: It is a Central Sector Scheme that offers collateral-free and guarantor-free […]
Around 6.5 lakh applications come in for PM’s Internship Scheme pilot project Sub: Schemes Sec: Economy Context: The PM Internship Scheme pilot project received 6.5 lakh applications for 1.27 lakh opportunities offered by 280 firms. Applicants could apply for up to five internships, and the selection process will now begin. PM Internship Scheme: […]
Over 10 lakh seniors enrol in Ayushman Vay Vandana Sub : Schemes Sec :Vulnerable section Context: More than 10 lakh senior citizens have enrolled for the newly launched Ayushman Vay Vandana card, within three weeks of the scheme’s rollout. Women account for around 4 lakh enrolments under the scheme. Ayushman Vay Vandana Card: […]
In ‘life certificate’ month, how Govt’s Jeevan Pramaan has been faring Sub : Schemes Sec: Governance Context: Every November, retirees from various sectors, including government services must submit a life certificate to continue receiving their pensions. Since 2014, the government introduced a digital alternative to this process known as Jeevan Pramaan or Digital […]
Project to monitor animal health launched: its objectives, funding Sub : Schemes Sec: Agriculture Context: The Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response initiative was recently launched by the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying. The project will work with the help of three implementing agencies: Asian […]
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Financial Aid for Higher Education Sub: Schemes Sec: Education Why in News The Union Cabinet, recently approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, a new Central Sector initiative aimed at supporting meritorious students with financial assistance for higher education. This scheme is set to provide collateral-free loans to students, covering their tuition […]
Rules to get disability certificates tweaked: the changes, why they are being opposed Sub : Schemes Sec :Vulnerable population Context: The government has introduced the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Rules, 2024 (RPwD Rules), aiming to enhance the processes for applying for disability certificates and Unique Disability Identity (UDID) cards. These amendments […]
Shah unveils mobile app for birth and death registration Sub: Schemes Sec: Health Context: Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced the Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile application aimed at enhancing governance through technology. This initiative is expected to streamline the registration of births and deaths across the country. The app was developed by […]
Govt. doubles loan limit under Mudra Yojana to ₹20 lakh Sub : Schemes Sec: Eco Context: The government has doubled the loan limit under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to foster a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem, facilitating growth […]
Weather forecasts at panchayat level: what will be known, and how it will help Sub : Schemes Sec: Agriculture Context: On October 24, a new scheme named the Gram Panchayat-Level Weat her Forecasting initiative was launched by the Central Government. The Panchayati Raj Ministry is organizing workshops to train over 200 participants, including […]