Nirmala Sitharaman urges women to join Central schemes and be self-reliant Sub: Schemes Sec : Economy Context: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman distributed ₹1,121 crore in loans to 50,294 beneficiaries during a Credit Outreach Programme in Madhubani, Bihar. Loans were sanctioned under schemes such as PM MUDRA, PMEGP, Kisan Credit Card, Stand-Up India, […]

    First phase of ‘One Nation One Subscription’ approved: How the scheme can improve govt institutions’ access to journals Sub : Schemes Sec : Sci Context: The Union Cabinet approved a budget of Rs 6,000 crore for the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) This initiative aims to centralize the access to academic journals for […]

    All about the central government scheme to promote natural farming Sub: Schemes Sec: Env National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF): Launch and Objective Approval Date: November 25, 2024, by the Union Cabinet. Under: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare. Purpose: Promote natural farming nationwide in mission mode as a standalone Centrally Sponsored Scheme. […]

    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 […]