Source: The post is based on the article “Centre to borrow ₹13,879 crore to boost health infrastructure” published in The Hindu on 11th February 2023. What is the News? The Union government has signed loan agreements to borrow up to ₹13,879 crores to strengthen health infrastructure from international agencies. The loan agreements have been signed… Continue reading Loans to augment PM-ABHIM: Centre to borrow ₹13,879 crore to boost health infrastructure
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.
Yuva Sangam registration portal launched
Source: The post is based on the article “Yuva Sangam registration portal launched” published in PIB on 7th February 2023. What is the News? The Union Minister of Education has launched the “Yuva Sangam” portal. What is Yuva Sangam? It is an initiative of the Prime Minister of India. Aim: To build close ties between… Continue reading Yuva Sangam registration portal launched
Department of Animal Husbandry implements various schemes to promote and develop animal husbandry and dairying sector across the country
Source: The post is based on the article “Department of Animal Husbandry implements various schemes to promote and develop animal husbandry and dairying sector across the country” published in PIB on 7th February 2023. What is the News? The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing various schemes to supplement the efforts of States/UTs… Continue reading Department of Animal Husbandry implements various schemes to promote and develop animal husbandry and dairying sector across the country
What has the Union Budget allocated to minorities?
Source: The post is based on the article “What has the Union Budget allocated to minorities?” published in The Hindu on 8th February 2023. What is the News? The Union Budget for 2023-24 came with a reduction of 38% in funds for the Ministry of Minority Affairs. Which schemes might be impacted due to the… Continue reading What has the Union Budget allocated to minorities?
What could be the govt’s calculations behind the slashing of the MGNREGA budget
Source: The post is based on the articles “What could be the govt’s calculations behind the slashing of the MGNREGA budget” and “Budget 2023 is betting on recovery” published in Indian Express on 6th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Background3 What is the rationale behind the reduction in funds for MGNREGA?4 What does… Continue reading What could be the govt’s calculations behind the slashing of the MGNREGA budget
Union Minister launches ‘Save Wetlands Campaign’ as a “whole of society” approach for wetlands conservation
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister launches ‘Save Wetlands Campaign’ as a “whole of society” approach for wetlands conservation” published in PIB on 4th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Save Wetlands Campaign?3 What is Mission Sahbhagita?4 What is World Wetlands Day? What is the News? The… Continue reading Union Minister launches ‘Save Wetlands Campaign’ as a “whole of society” approach for wetlands conservation
Government initiates various steps under National Bioenergy Programme to promote and encourage establishment of new waste to energy plants
Source: The post is based on the article “Government initiates various steps under National Bioenergy Programme to promote and encourage establishment of new waste to energy plants” published in PIB on 3rd February 2023. WGovernment initiates various steps under National Bioenergy Programme to promote and encourage establishment of new waste to energy plantshat is the… Continue reading Government initiates various steps under National Bioenergy Programme to promote and encourage establishment of new waste to energy plants
Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh
Source: The post is based on the article “ Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh” published in PIB on 4th February 2023 What is the News? The Indian Army is running Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh. What is Operation Sadbhavana? Operation Sadbhavana (Goodwill) is a unique humane initiative undertaken by the Indian Army in Ladakh. Purpose: The focus… Continue reading Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh
Govt. extends deadline for laggard solar scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. extends deadline for laggard solar scheme” published in The Hindu on 4th February 2023. What is the News? The deadline for the PM KUSUM scheme to install 30,000 MW solar power capacity in rural India by 2022 has now been pushed to March 2026. What is… Continue reading Govt. extends deadline for laggard solar scheme
Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme
Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme” published in PIB on 3rd February 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare has informed Lok Sabha about Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme(PMNDP). What is Dialysis? Dialysis is a procedure that removes waste and… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme
