Government Scheme

PM ASHA Scheme, Components and Features

Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the PM-ASHA Scheme. It will now have the components of PSS, PSF the Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS) and the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-ASHA)...

Retirement Benefit Schemes, Eligibility, Contributions

Government employees contribute to the National Pension System (NPS) whereas private sector employees have an Employees Provident Fund (EPF) account. There are certain differences between both of them like Expected returns on NPS are greater but PF provides more stability...

PM E-DRIVE Scheme, Components and Features

Context: Recently The Union Cabinet has approved the PM E-DRIVE Scheme with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore over a period of two years for promotion of electric mobility in the country. PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM...

Ayushman Bharat Health Scheme, Achievements, Important Facts

Context: The Lieutenant Governor urged Delhi’s CM to Implement Centre’s Ayushman Bharat health scheme. Union Cabinet Approves Health Coverage for Senior Citizens The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved free health coverage for all senior citizens...

Union Cabinet has approved 7 New Schemes for Farmers

New Schemes for Farmers The Union Cabinet has approved seven schemes to improve farmers’ lives and increase their incomes with a total outlay of Rs 14,235.30 Crore. No. Scheme for Farmers Budget 1. Digital Agriculture Mission ₹2,817 crore 2. Strengthening...

PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cells

Context: The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has selected Reliance Industries Ltd. as the successful bidder under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage. PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cells The scheme is called...

Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI)

The Education Ministry has stopped releasing Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds to Delhi, Punjab, and West Bengal as these states have not implemented the PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) program. The Union Education Ministry has stated that Tamil...

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), Key Features and Significance

On August 24, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), marking a significant shift in the pension framework for government employees. Scheduled to be implemented from April 1, 2025, the UPS aims to address employee dissatisfaction with...

National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)

Context: The head of NMCG has expressed concern regarding the tardiness of river-cleaning projects being executed in various States under the mission. National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) It is a registered society under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, (GOI)....

Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)-UDAN, Objectives and Components

Context: The Union government will seek an extension for the Regional Air Connectivity Scheme (RCS) beyond the initial 10-year period. Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)-UDAN UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) is a regional airport development and "Regional Connectivity Scheme" (RCS)...