News: The ASHA AI Platform is an innovative solution launched by the Indian government to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the Public Distribution System (PDS). About ASHA AI Platform The Anna Sahayata Holistic AI Solution (ASHA) is an AI-based platform launched by the Union Food and Public Distribution Ministry. Developed by: It has been developed in partnership with the… Continue reading ASHA AI Platform
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.
BIRSA 101
News: India launched India’s first indigenous “CRISPR” based gene therapy for Sickle Cell Disease. About BIRSA 101 BIRSA 101 is India’s first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy. Aim: It is developed specifically for treating Sickle Cell Disease, a condition that heavily affects India’s tribal population. Named after: The therapy is named BIRSA 101 in honour of… Continue reading BIRSA 101
Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal
News: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry launched the Trade Intelligence & Analytics (TIA) Portal in New Delhi. About Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal Launched by: The Trade Intelligence & Analytics (TIA) Portal was launched by Minister of Commerce and Industry Aim: The portal aims to make trade data more transparent, accessible, and useful… Continue reading Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal
Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
News: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced revised PMFBY cover for wild animal attacks and paddy inundation from Kharif 2026. About Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) The revised framework expands crop insurance to cover localised damage from wild animal attacks and paddy inundation. The modalities follow PMFBY Operational… Continue reading Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
YUVA AI for ALL Initiative
News: Under the IndiaAI Mission, MeitY has introduced ‘YUVA AI for ALL’ initiative, a free course aimed at familiarising Indians particularly the youth with AI. About YUVA AI for ALL Initiative It is free national AI course called ‘YUVA AI for ALL’ under the IndiaAI Mission. Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Aim:… Continue reading YUVA AI for ALL Initiative
e-Jagriti Platform
News: e-Jagriti portal is in the news as an AI-enabled consumer grievance platform registering over 2.75 lakh users and enabling global access. About e-Jagriti Platform Full form: e- Justice And Grievance Redressal through Information Technology and Innovation It is a unified, AI-enabled digital grievance redressal platform that integrates all consumer dispute resolution systems into one… Continue reading e-Jagriti Platform
National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025
News: The National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025 are in news as the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying announced the winners. About National Gopal Ratna Awards (NGRA) The National Gopal Ratna Awards are the highest national honours in India’s livestock and dairy sector across three award categories. They recognize excellence among dairy farmers, cooperatives and… Continue reading National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025
ARISE Program
News: The Climate Investment Funds has raised $100 million in funding from Germany and Spain for ARISE program designed to help poor countries withstand the fallout from climate change. About ARISE Program Full Form: ARISE – Accelerating Resilience Investments and innovations for Sustainable Economies It is a new program designed to help poor countries withstand… Continue reading ARISE Program
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) to provide 100% guarantee coverage for additional credit to eligible exporters. About Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) The CGSE is designed to provide full guarantee support to Member Lending Institutions for extending additional working capital and collateral-free loans to eligible exporters Aim:… Continue reading Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
YBRANT Programme
News: YBRANT Programme was launched by IICA and WNS Global Services on 11th November 2025 to prepare students for leadership roles. About YBRANT Programme Launched by: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and WNS Global Services jointly launched the IICA–WNS YBRANT CSR, ESG & Sustainability Programme Aim: To prepare students for leadership roles that… Continue reading YBRANT Programme
