News: The Centre is set to unveil an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool SabhaSaar to automatically generate minutes of meetings of gram sabhas. Applications of SabhaSaar AI in real life About SabhaSaar AI tool ‘SabhaSaar’ leverages the power of AI to generate structured minutes of meetings from gram sabha videos and audio recordings. Launch: It was… Continue reading SabhaSaar AI tool
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.
India’s First Animal Stem Cell Biobank
News: Union Minister of State for Science & Technology has inaugurated the nation’s first ‘Animal Stem Cell Biobank’. About India’s First Animal Stem Cell Biobank It is a state-of-the-art facility that will store and preserve high-quality stem cells from various animal species. Setup at: The facility is set-up at the National Institute of Animal Biotechnology… Continue reading India’s First Animal Stem Cell Biobank
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA)
News: An event was held on occasion of completion of 5 years of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), by Department of Social Justice & Empowerment on 8th August 2025. About Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) It is a nationwide campaign addressing substance abuse through prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Aim: It aims to foster a healthy,… Continue reading Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA)
S.H.I.N.E. initiative
News: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), in collaboration with the Department of Health Research (DHR), organized the nationwide ICMR-SHINE (Science & Health Innovation for the Nextgen Explorers) outreach programme. About S.H.I.N.E. (Science, Health and Innovation for Nextgen Explorers) initiative Organizers: Conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Department of… Continue reading S.H.I.N.E. initiative
MERITE Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for implementation of the ‘Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education’ (MERITE) Scheme in 275 technical institutions comprising 175 engineering institutions and 100 polytechnics. About MERITE Scheme It is a key initiative aimed at enhancing the quality, equity and governance of the participating technical institutions. Full… Continue reading MERITE Scheme
Ayurveda Aahara
News: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in consultation with the Ministry of Ayush, have released a definitive list of Ayurvedic food preparations under the category of “Ayurveda Aahara.” About Ayurveda Aahara Ayurveda Aahara refers to food products developed in line with the holistic dietary principles of Ayurveda, one of the world’s… Continue reading Ayurveda Aahara
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently released the 20th installment of the PM-Kisan scheme from Banauli in Varanasi during his visit to the city. About Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Government of India to provide income support to… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme
Apna Ghar Initiative
News: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has launched a new initiative, ‘Apna Ghar’, to improve the safety and welfare of long-haul truck drivers. About Apna Ghar Initiative The ‘Apna Ghar’ initiative was launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. It aims to improve the safety, comfort, and welfare of truck drivers… Continue reading Apna Ghar Initiative
Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Central Sector Scheme “Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)” with an outlay of Rs.2000 crore for a period of four years from 2025-26 to 2028- 29. About Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) It is a scheme to provide financial support to… Continue reading Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)
Setubandha Scholar Scheme
News: The Ministry of Education, in partnership with the Central Sanskrit University, has launched the Setubandha Scholar Scheme. About Setubandha Scholar Scheme The scheme empowers scholars of traditional Gurukul education to join top academic institutes like IITs without formal degrees. Aim: It aims to bridge India’s age-old gurukul tradition with modern scientific and academic inquiry.… Continue reading Setubandha Scholar Scheme
