Category: Factly: Schemes and Programs

News: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) program to integrate artificial intelligence competencies into India’s educational framework. About Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Program Introduced: It was introduced in July 2025 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Aim: To ignite curiosity and… Continue reading Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Program

News:  Recently ‘We Rise – Women Entrepreneurs Reimagining Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprises’ initiative was launched by NITI Aayog. About ‘We Rise’ Initiative Launched by: NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) in collaboration with DP World. The initiative operates under WEP’s “Award to Reward (ATR)” programme. The Award to Reward (ATR) initiative was launched in 2023. It… Continue reading ‘We Rise’ Initiative

News: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to foster innovation and collaboration in the digital identity domain. About Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) About  It is designed to advance India’s digital identity ecosystem through collaboration with startups, academia,… Continue reading Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA)

News: Minister of Civil Aviation inaugurated Alliance Air’s “Fare se Fursat” Fixed Airfare Scheme to promote ease of flying in the country. About Alliance Air’s “Fare se Fursat” Fixed Airfare Scheme Initiative by: Alliance Air, an Indian government-owned regional carrier. Alliance Air connects Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities to the national aviation network. Aim: To give passengers… Continue reading Alliance Air’s “Fare se Fursat” Fixed Airfare Scheme

News: Recently, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) launched the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ at the Purple Fest in Goa. The revamped version builds upon the original app launched under the Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan). About Sugamya Bharat App It is a means for sensitising and enhancing accessibility in the built environment,… Continue reading Sugamya Bharat App

News: Recently, on the occasion of the World Mental Health Day 2025, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare launched several new initiatives for the National Tele Mental Health Programme (Tele MANAS) and  Tele MANAS App. About Tele MANAS Programme Launched in: 2022 The programme was introduced as a toll-free helpline (14416) available nationwide, offering… Continue reading National Tele Mental Health Programme (Tele MANAS) and Tele MANAS App

News: As of January 30, 2025, the Government of India has released ₹2,265.86 crore under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), highlighting its significant contribution to sustainable agriculture, rural digitization, and inclusive market access. About Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) Launched in: 2015 under the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) Aim: To promote and support… Continue reading Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)