News: The Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) has significantly advanced inclusive farm mechanization, enhanced agricultural productivity, and promoted the adoption of modern technologies across India. About Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization The Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) was launched to promote farm mechanization in India. Scheme type: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Rashtriya… Continue reading Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization
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.
Green Investment and Finance and Technology (GIFT) Scheme
News: The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is strengthening support for sustainable manufacturing through its Green Investment and Finance and Technology (GIFT) Scheme. About Green Investment and Finance and Technology (GIFT) Scheme It is a sub scheme under the RAMP Programme. Launched by: It has been launched by Ministry of Micro, Small… Continue reading Green Investment and Finance and Technology (GIFT) Scheme
Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED)
News: The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment highlighted the SEED Scheme after covering over 1.10 lakh beneficiaries during 2025-26. About Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED) Launched in: The Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED) was launched in February 2022. Implemented by: It is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment through… Continue reading Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED)
ICMR-MINDS Project
News: ICMR-MINDS received the Gold Award at the National Awards for e-Governance 2026 for its AI-based citizen-centric mental healthcare platform. About ICMR-MINDS Project ICMR-MINDS stands for ICMR’s Multistate Implementation Research Study on Integration of Screening and Management of Mental and Substance Use Disorders with other Non-Communicable Diseases (ICMR-MINDS). Initiative of: It is a flagship digital mental… Continue reading ICMR-MINDS Project
‘Viksit UDAN’ Scheme
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched the next phase of the regional air connectivity scheme, ‘Viksit UDAN’. About ‘Viksit UDAN’ Scheme It is a revamped UDAN scheme launched to accelerate regional aviation and support the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Budget Outlay: It has a budget outlay of nearly ₹29,000 crore over the next… Continue reading ‘Viksit UDAN’ Scheme
7th National Water Awards
News: The Department of Water Resources has launched the 7th National Water Awards on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal, with applications open until 28th August, 2026. About 7th National Water Awards The 7th National Water Awards recognize and encourage outstanding work in water conservation and water resource management across India. Launched By: The Department of Water Resources,… Continue reading 7th National Water Awards
Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA)
News: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, successfully conducted Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA). About Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA) Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA) is the third national-level mock drill under the National One Health Mission to strengthen India’s preparedness for animal health emergencies and zoonotic disease outbreaks. Aim: It… Continue reading Pashujanya Yudh Abhyas (PYA)
National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme
News: The National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme is strengthening entrepreneurship among SC/ST communities through capacity building, mentorship, market access, and business accelerator programmes. About National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme The National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme promotes entrepreneurship and strengthens the capacity of SC/ST entrepreneurs. Initiative By: The scheme is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Micro,… Continue reading National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme
Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme 2026
News: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the New EPF Scheme, 2026 under the Code on Social Security, 2020, effective from June 29. About Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 2026 The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 2026 is India’s new statutory provident fund framework replacing the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 1952. Notified under: The EPF… Continue reading Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme 2026
Lavender Cultivation
News: The Union Government and Nagaland discussed expanding lavender cultivation and agri-entrepreneurship under the CSIR Aroma Mission across the State. About Lavender Cultivation Lavender is a small, perennial aromatic herb shrub of the mint family (Lamiaceae), that is mainly grown for its flowers and essential oil. It was introduced in the temperate regions of Jammu &… Continue reading Lavender Cultivation
