Source: The post is based on the article “CBI launches ‘Operation Garuda’ against illicit drug trafficking” published in Livemint on 1st October 2022. What is the News? The Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) has launched a multi-phase ‘Operation Garuda’ against an illicit drug trafficking network. What is Operation Garuda? Launched by: Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) Aim:… Continue reading CBI launches ‘Operation Garuda’ against illicit drug trafficking
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.
Centre extends Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another three months
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre extends Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another three months” published in PIB on 28th September 2022 What is the News? Union Cabinet has approved the extension for the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY-Phase VII) for a further period of 3 months… Continue reading Centre extends Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another three months
Union Cabinet informed about progress under National Health Mission (NHM) – 2020-21
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Cabinet informed about progress under National Health Mission (NHM) – 2020-21” published in PIB on 28th September 2022 What is the News? The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister was informed about the progress under the National Health Mission(NHM) during FY 2020-21. What is the… Continue reading Union Cabinet informed about progress under National Health Mission (NHM) – 2020-21
Nutrition rating stars set to appear soon on food pack labels
Source: The post is based on the article “Nutrition rating stars set to appear soon on food pack labels” published in Indian Express on 26th September 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Indian Nutrition Rating(INR)?3 What are the criteria for food Rating?4 What is the criticism against this rating system of foods? What… Continue reading Nutrition rating stars set to appear soon on food pack labels
Operation Megh Chakra: 50 under CBI scanner over child pornography
Source: The post is based on the article “Operation Megh Chakra: 50 under CBI scanner over child pornography” published in The Hindu on 25th September 2022 What is the News? The Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) has conducted an operation code-named “Megh Chakra”. What is Operation Megh-Chakra? Operation Megh Chakra is a pan-India drive against the… Continue reading Operation Megh Chakra: 50 under CBI scanner over child pornography
MoHUA to launch ‘Swachh Toycathon’, a unique competition to make toys from ‘Waste’
Source: The post is based on the article “MoHUA to launch ‘Swachh Toycathon’, a unique competition to make toys from Waste” published in PIB on 25th September 2022. What is the News? Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) has launched the “Swachh Toycathon” under the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav. What is Swachh Toycathon? Swachh Toycathon is… Continue reading MoHUA to launch ‘Swachh Toycathon’, a unique competition to make toys from ‘Waste’
Cabinet approves modifications in “Programme for Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystem in India”
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves modifications in Programme for Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystem in India” published in PIB on 21st September 2022. What is the News? Government of India has approved several changes in an existing scheme named ‘Programme for Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystem… Continue reading Cabinet approves modifications in “Programme for Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystem in India”
Cabinet approves Production Linked Incentive Scheme on ‘National programme on High Efficiency Solar PV Modules’ for achieving manufacturing capacity of Giga Watt (GW) scale in High Efficiency Solar PV Modules
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves Production Linked Incentive Scheme on ‘National programme on High Efficiency Solar PV Modules’ for achieving manufacturing capacity of Giga Watt (GW) scale in High Efficiency Solar PV Modules” published in PIB on 22nd September 2022 What is the News? Cabinet has approved the implementation of… Continue reading Cabinet approves Production Linked Incentive Scheme on ‘National programme on High Efficiency Solar PV Modules’ for achieving manufacturing capacity of Giga Watt (GW) scale in High Efficiency Solar PV Modules
Convergence module between Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Scheme, Prime Minister’s Micro Food Enterprises Upgradation Scheme and PM Kisan Sampada Yojana launched
Source: The post is based on the article “Convergence module between Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Scheme, Prime Minister’s Micro Food Enterprises Upgradation Scheme and PM Kisan Sampada Yojana launched” published in PIB on 21st September 2022. What is the News? The Government of India has launched a joint convergence portal for different schemes run by Food… Continue reading Convergence module between Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Scheme, Prime Minister’s Micro Food Enterprises Upgradation Scheme and PM Kisan Sampada Yojana launched
India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM
Source: The post is based on the article “India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM” published in PIB on 22nd September 2022 What is the News? India has won the ‘2022 UN Interagency Task Force, and WHO Special Programme on Primary Health Care Award’ for its “India Hypertension Control Initiative (IHCI)”.… Continue reading India wins UN awards for Large-scale Initiative against Hypertension under NHM
