Source: The post is based on the article “Department of Fisheries is promoting Artificial Reef (AR) under PMMSY for rejuvenating coastal fisheries” published in PIB on 23rd September 2023 What is the News? The Department of Fisheries has approved 732 artificial reef units for 10 coastal states. This initiative falls under the “Integrated Modern Coastal… Continue reading Department of Fisheries is promoting Artificial Reef (AR) under PMMSY for rejuvenating coastal fisheries
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.
Government launches Innovative Mobile Application and Web Portal for General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES) to Revolutionize Farming Practices
Source: The post is based on the article “Government launches Innovative Mobile Application and Web Portal for General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES) to Revolutionize Farming Practices” published in PIB on 21st September 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the General Crop Estimation Survey(GCES)?3 What are the key features of the mobile application and… Continue reading Government launches Innovative Mobile Application and Web Portal for General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES) to Revolutionize Farming Practices
All about Bima Sugam portal, a ‘UPI moment’ for insurance sector
Source: The post is based on the article “All about Bima Sugam portal, a ‘UPI moment’ for insurance sector” published in Hindustan Times on 21st September 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Bima Sugam?3 Who will own the Bima Sugam platform?4 What are the benefits of the Bima Sugam platform? What is the… Continue reading All about Bima Sugam portal, a ‘UPI moment’ for insurance sector
Salient features and Guidelines of PM Vishwakarma Scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Salient features and Guidelines of PM Vishwakarma Scheme” published in PIB on 21st September 2023 What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched the PM Vishwakarma Scheme. What is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise. Type: Central Sector Scheme… Continue reading Salient features and Guidelines of PM Vishwakarma Scheme
C-DOT and CSIR-National Physical laboratory sign agreement for ‘Development of NavIC based IST traceable Primary Reference Time Clock for Telecom Sector’
Source: The post is based on the article “C-DOT and CSIR-National Physical laboratory sign agreement for ‘Development of NavIC based IST traceable Primary Reference Time Clock for Telecom Sector” published in PIB on 21st September 2023 What is the News? Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and CSIR-National Physical laboratory (NPL) has signed an agreement… Continue reading C-DOT and CSIR-National Physical laboratory sign agreement for ‘Development of NavIC based IST traceable Primary Reference Time Clock for Telecom Sector’
Revolutionizing Indian Agriculture: MoA&FW Unveils Game-Changing Initiatives for Farmers
Source: The post is based on the article “Revolutionizing Indian Agriculture: MoA&FW Unveils Game-Changing Initiatives for Farmers” published in PIB on 19th September 2023 What is the News? The Union Finance Minister and Union Agriculture Minister have launched several initiatives focused on agri-credit and crop insurance. What are the initiatives launched by the government? Kisan… Continue reading Revolutionizing Indian Agriculture: MoA&FW Unveils Game-Changing Initiatives for Farmers
National Workshop on e-NAM 2.0 and Agri Marketing Reforms
Source: The post is based on the article “National Workshop on e-NAM 2.0 and Agri Marketing Reforms” published in PIB on 19th September 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Agriculture has organized a day-long workshop on “e-NAM 2.0 and agriculture marketing reforms”. What is e-NAM? National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic… Continue reading National Workshop on e-NAM 2.0 and Agri Marketing Reforms
Bureau of Indian Standards establishes 6467 Standard Clubs for students across nation
Source: The post is based on the article “Bureau of Indian Standards establishes 6467 Standard Clubs for students across nation” published in PIB on 19th September 2023 What is the News? The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced that it has established 6467 Standard Clubs in schools and colleges across the country. What are… Continue reading Bureau of Indian Standards establishes 6467 Standard Clubs for students across nation
Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND
Source: The post is based on the article “Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND” published in Business Standard on 19th September 2023 What is the News? The Finance Minister and Agriculture Minister have inaugurated the ‘Kisan Rin Portal’ and WINDS portal. What is Kisan Rin Portal? Kisan Rin Portal… Continue reading Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND
SHREYAS scheme empowers thousands: over 2300 crore rupees allocated for education of SC and OBC students since 2014
Source: The post is based on the article “SHREYAS scheme empowers thousands: over 2300 crore rupees allocated for education of SC and OBC students since 2014” published in PIB on 18th September 2023 What is the News? This article talks about the sub schemes under the SHREYAS Scheme. What is SHREYAS Scheme? Nodal Ministry: Ministry… Continue reading SHREYAS scheme empowers thousands: over 2300 crore rupees allocated for education of SC and OBC students since 2014
