Source: The post is based on the following articles: – “Centre to issue norms against ‘dark patterns’ in online advertisements” published in The Hindu on 1st July 2023 – “Department of Consumer Affairs urges online platforms to refrain from adopting ‘dark patterns’ harming consumer interest” published in PIB on 1st July 2023 What is the… Continue reading Centre to Issue Norms Against ‘Dark Patterns’ in Online Advertisements
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.
The Open Market Sale Scheme for wheat and rice
Source: The post is based on the article “The Open Market Sale Scheme for wheat and rice” published in The Hindu on 29th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Open Market Sale Scheme?3 What is the objective behind introducing the Open Market Sale Scheme?4 How has the Central Government revised the… Continue reading The Open Market Sale Scheme for wheat and rice
Package of innovative schemes for farmers: Unique package for farmers announced
Source: The post is based on the article “Unique package for farmers announced” published in PIB on 28th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 About the package of innovative schemes2.1 What are the salient features of the package of innovative schemes?3 What are the benefits of a package of innovative schemes? What is the News? The Cabinet Committee… Continue reading Package of innovative schemes for farmers: Unique package for farmers announced
‘Green credits’ scheme launched for eco push
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Centre plans ‘market’ scheme to promote sustainable living” published in The Hindu on 29th June 2023. “‘Green credits’ scheme launched for eco push” published in the Business Standard on 29th June 2023. What is the News? The Environment Ministry has issued a draft notification detailing a proposed ‘Green Credits Scheme’.… Continue reading ‘Green credits’ scheme launched for eco push
Centre approves funds for 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre approves Rs. 56,415 crore to 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme” published in PIB on 26th June 2023 What is the News? The Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance has approved capital investment proposals of Rs 56,415… Continue reading Centre approves funds for 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme
Union Minister launches NANDI (NOC Approval for New Drug and Inoculation System) Portal
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister launches NANDI (NOC Approval for New Drug and Inoculation System) Portal” published in PIB on 26th June 2023 What is the News? Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has launched Nandi Portal. What is Nandi Portal? Developed by: Department of Animal Husbandry and… Continue reading Union Minister launches NANDI (NOC Approval for New Drug and Inoculation System) Portal
Mahindra Defence begins deliveries of ‘Armado’ for Indian armed forces
Source: The post is based on the article “Mahindra Defence begins deliveries of ‘Armado’ for Indian armed forces” published in Hindustan Times on 18th June 2023 What is the News? Mahindra Defence Systems (MDS), has started deliveries of ‘Armado,’ an Armoured Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV) built for the Indian armed forces. What is Armado? Armado… Continue reading Mahindra Defence begins deliveries of ‘Armado’ for Indian armed forces
PM inaugurates first-ever National Training Conclave
Source: The post is based on the article “PM inaugurates first-ever National Training Conclave” published in PIB on 12th June 2023 What is the News? The Prime Minister has inaugurated the first-ever National Training Conclave at the International Exhibition and Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. What is the National Training Conclave? The National Training… Continue reading PM inaugurates first-ever National Training Conclave
Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR) launched to leverage Emerging Technologies in Power Sector
Source: The post is based on the article “Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR) launched to leverage Emerging Technologies in Power Sector” published in the PIB on 7th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 About Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR)3 What are the areas identified for MAHIR?4 What will be the scope of MAHIR?5… Continue reading Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR) launched to leverage Emerging Technologies in Power Sector
Union Cabinet approves continuation of Central Sector Scheme of ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme’
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Cabinet approves continuation of Central Sector Scheme of ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme’” published in the PIB on 7th June 2023 What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the continuation of the Central Sector Scheme of “Exploration of Coal and Lignite scheme” from 2021-22 to… Continue reading Union Cabinet approves continuation of Central Sector Scheme of ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme’
