News: As part of the initial rollout of the Export Promotion Mission, Collateral Support for Export Credit initiative under the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN sub-scheme has been launched to strengthen MSME exports and improve access to trade finance. About Collateral Support for Export Credit Initiative The Collateral Support for Export Credit is a key component of the… Continue reading Collateral Support for Export Credit Initiative
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.
National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF)
News: The National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework was unveiled on December 29, 2025, by the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. About National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF) It is a framework that establishes a unified, objective yardstick to measure the maturity of technology projects from laboratory conception to commercial deployment. Developed by:… Continue reading National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF)
Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention and Export Promotion Mission (EPM)
News: The Government of India has launched the Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), a flagship initiative approved by the Union Cabinet on 12 November 2025. About Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention The Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention is launched under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), a flagship initiative approved… Continue reading Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention and Export Promotion Mission (EPM)
Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS)
News: On December 27, 2025, operational guidelines for two shipbuilding schemes (SBFAS and SbDS) were notified to strengthen domestic capacity and improve global competitiveness. About Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) The government has notified two complementary schemes to revive domestic shipbuilding through financial support, infrastructure creation, and stronger institutional coordination.… Continue reading Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS)
Anopheles Stephensi and Malaria in India
News: Urban malaria driven by invasive Anopheles stephensi threatens India’s malaria elimination targets, according to the Health Ministry’s Malaria Elimination Technical Report 2025. About Anopheles Stephensi Anopheles stephensi is a significant mosquito species now recognised as an invasive threat because it thrives in urban environments. Transmits: The species efficiently transmits Plasmodium falciparum and P. vivax,… Continue reading Anopheles Stephensi and Malaria in India
‘SHAKTI Scholars’ fellowship
News: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has introduced the ‘SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship’ to invite students and young researchers to undertake policy-oriented research on issues related to women across India. About ‘SHAKTI Scholars’ fellowship Launched by: National Commission for Women (NCW) to encourage research on women-centric issues in India. Aim: The fellowship focuses… Continue reading ‘SHAKTI Scholars’ fellowship
Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
News: The Tribal Affairs Ministry launched the beta version of “Adi Sanskriti” digital platform aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood opportunities and connecting tribal communities with the world. About Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform Adi Sanskriti is a digital platform for tribal art forms and heritage aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood… Continue reading Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
ASPIRE Scheme
News: The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is implementing the ASPIRE (A Scheme for Promotion of Innovation, Rural Industry, and Entrepreneurship) scheme to promote entrepreneurship and livelihood opportunities in rural areas. About ASPIRE Scheme ASPIRE scheme stands for A Scheme for Promotion of Innovation, Rural Industry, and Entrepreneurship. Implemented by: Ministry of… Continue reading ASPIRE Scheme
Viksit Bharat Gramin Rozgar Bill, 2025
News: The Union government is set to introduce the Viksit Bharat Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA). Viksit Bharat Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Rural… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Gramin Rozgar Bill, 2025
Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme
News: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over seven technologies developed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme to the three Services. About the Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme The Technology Development Fund (TDF) is established under the Make in India initiative to promote self-reliance in defence technology. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Defence… Continue reading Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme
