News: The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare will launch two key national initiatives SAHI & BODH at the India AI Summit at Bharat Mandapam. About SAHI (Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare for India) SAHI stands for Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare for India. About: SAHI is a national guidance framework to… Continue reading SAHI and BODH Initiatives
Category: Factly: Schemes and Programs
This category contains all new schemes and Programs in Factly Articles for Prelims. You can find all relevant updates on Schemes and Programs on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Urban Challenge Fund
News- The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the launch of the Urban Challenge Fund with total Central Assistance of Rs.1 lakh crore. About Urban Challenge Fund Type of Scheme: It is a new centrally sponsored scheme. Ministry involved: It is implemented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Aim: It… Continue reading Urban Challenge Fund
PM RAHAT Scheme
News- The Union Cabinet approved PM RAHAT on February 14, 2026, launched from Seva Teerth to strengthen emergency response after road accidents. About PM RAHAT PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment) is an emergency healthcare and social security initiative focused on saving lives after road accidents. Launched by: Approved by the Union… Continue reading PM RAHAT Scheme
SWAVALAMBINI Programme
News: Recently, the Minister of State, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), filed a written reply in the Lok Sabha regarding the progress of the Swavalambini programme. About the SWAVALAMBINI Programme It is a Women Entrepreneurship Programme for young women in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Launched by– Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).… Continue reading SWAVALAMBINI Programme
Turtle Trail
News: The Union Budget 2026 proposes the development of turtle trails along key nesting sites in the coastal areas of Odisha, Karnataka, and Kerala. About Turtle Trail Creation of Turtle trail aims to protect endangered sea turtles and generate new livelihood opportunities for local communities dependent on coastal ecosystems. Developed at: It will be developed… Continue reading Turtle Trail
Dedicated Chemical Parks
News: The Union Budget 2026–27 proposed three dedicated Chemical Parks and announced financial support to States for their establishment. About Dedicated Chemical Parks Dedicated Chemical Parks are planned industrial clusters designed for chemical manufacturing with shared infrastructure and common environmental compliance facilities. Objective: The initiative aims to strengthen domestic chemical production, reduce import dependency, and… Continue reading Dedicated Chemical Parks
Pradhan Mantri Dakshata Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi Yojana (PM-DAKSH)
News: The Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment provided updated information on PM-DAKSH implementation, outcomes, and its merger with PMKVY. About Pradhan Mantri Dakshata Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi Yojana (PM-DAKSH) PM-DAKSH is a National Action Plan for skilling marginalized persons, including SCs, OBCs, EBCs, DNTs, and sanitation workers such as waste pickers. Objective:… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Dakshata Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi Yojana (PM-DAKSH)
Bharat-VISTAAR
News: The Union budget proposes ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’(Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) and the ICAR package on agricultural practices with AI systems. About Bharat-VISTAAR Bharat-VISTAAR stands for Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources. It is a multilingual, AI-powered digital platform designed specifically to support Indian farmers. Core Objective: To improve farm productivity, enhance decision-making,… Continue reading Bharat-VISTAAR
Grain ATMs
News: Some beneficiaries of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in Bihar will soon be able to procure grains from machines dubbed “grain ATMs” or Annapurti. About Grain ATMs A grain ATM or Annapurti (meaning “provider of grain”) is an automated machine that dispenses food grains (wheat and/or rice). Developed by: World Food Programme (WFP) has… Continue reading Grain ATMs
NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme (NSPS)
News: PFRDA launches NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme (NSPS) on Pilot Basis under its Regulatory Sandbox Framework to integrate healthcare financing with pension savings under the National Pension System (NPS). About NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme (NSPS) Nature: Sector-specific contributory scheme under the Multiple Scheme Framework (MSF) of NPS Coverage: Designed to meet out-patient (OPD) and in-patient… Continue reading NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme (NSPS)
