News: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is launching the second NUDGE Initiative based on its analysis of Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) data for FY 2024–25. About NUDGE Initiative Full form: “Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable (NUDGE)” initiative Implementing agency: Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Nodal Ministry: Ministry of… Continue reading NUDGE Initiative
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.
Rare Earth Magnets
News: The Union Cabinet has approved ‘Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of integrated Rare Earth Permanent Magnets’ to promote manufacturing of sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets. About Rare Earth Magnet Rare earth magnets are permanent magnets made from alloys of rare earth elements. They are the strongest type of permanent magnets. They are made using rare earth elements such… Continue reading Rare Earth Magnets
Nayi Chetna 4.0
News- The Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan, launched the fourth edition of the Nayi Chetna national campaign to strengthen community action against gender-based violence. About Nayi Chetna 4.0 It is fourth edition of a month-long national campaign to strengthen community action against gender-based violence and empower rural… Continue reading Nayi Chetna 4.0
SIDDHI 2.0 Platform
News: SIDDHI 2.0 is in the news because CCRAS has launched its second edition as a two-day national conclave in Vijayawada. About SIDDHI 2.0 Platform Full form: Scientific Innovation in Drug Development, Healthcare & Integration (SIDDHI 2.0) It is the second edition of CCRAS’s flagship industry–research interface initiative in Ayurveda. Launched by: It has been… Continue reading SIDDHI 2.0 Platform
Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme
News: Recently, the progress of the ₹1,500 crore Incentive Scheme for Critical Mineral Recycling was reviewed. About Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme The Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme is a ₹1,500 crore initiative under the National Critical Mineral Mission. Aim: To boost India’s recycling capacity for extracting critical minerals from secondary sources. Objective: The scheme… Continue reading Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme
Bharat NCAP 2.0
News: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a revised draft of Bharat NCAP 2.0 expanding assessment scope and updating safety standards. About Bharat NCAP 2.0 The Bharat New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) 2.0 is a revised vehicle safety rating programme that evaluates the crashworthiness and safety technologies of cars sold in India.… Continue reading Bharat NCAP 2.0
ASHA AI Platform
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
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)
