Government Schemes

Poshan Abhiyaan, POSHAN 2.0, Features and Achievements

Poshan Abhiyaan, also known as the National Nutrition Mission, was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 8, 2018, with the aim to eradicate malnutrition from India. This flagship program targets to improve nutritional outcomes for children, pregnant women,...

10 years of PM Jan Dhan Yojana, Objectives, Achievements

This year marks the 10-year completion of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY). Since its implementation, it has accelerated financial inclusion in India. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), launched by the Government of...

Employment Linked Scheme (ELS) announced by FM Sitharaman

Context: Three new employment schemes were introduced by the Central Government in the Union Budget 2024. Employment Linked Scheme (ELS) The Union Budget 2024 announced the launch of 3 schemes to boost employment and hiring in the formal sector, known...

Ladla Bhai Yojana, Features, Significance and Challenges

The Maharashtra government has introduced the 'Ladla Bhai Yojana,' a visionary scheme aimed at generating employment and providing an unemployment allowance or stipend to the youth in the state. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde addressed the media regarding this initiative, emphasizing...

Digital India Mission, 9 Pillars, Vision, Impact, Advantages

Digital India Mission The Digital India Mission, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 1, 2015, aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. The mission seeks to make government services accessible to citizens electronically...

Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)

Context: The ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) platform by the government now has over 5 lakh sellers, with more than 70% of them being small or medium-sized enterprises. Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) ONDC is an initiative by...

One Vehicle, One FASTag Initiative by National Highways Authority of India

One Vehicle, One FASTag Initiative The "One Vehicle, One FASTag" initiative by NHAI ensures each vehicle has only one active FASTag for toll payments, effective April 1, 2024. This combats misuse, such as using a single tag for multiple vehicles...

PM Vishwakarma Yojana Online Apply 2024, Benefits, Features

PM Vishwakarma Scheme was launched on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 73rd birthday on the 17th of September 2023. The launching event takes place at the India International Convention and Expo Centre also named as Yasho Bhoomi Convention Center...

RoDTEP Scheme, Key Features, Benefits and Current Extension

Context: The Indian government has declared that shipments from Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Oriented Units (EOUs) will be granted tax refunds under the RoDTEP scheme until September 30. More About News In a significant move to bolster India’s...

Bag-less School Initiative introduced by Madhya Pradesh Govt.

Bag-less School Initiative The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a "bag less school" initiative for students in grades 1–12, starting in the 2024–2025 academic session. The initiative aims to reduce student stress by offering a day once a week when...