Category: Factly: Schemes and Programs

What is the News? NITI Aayog has launched the National Data & Analytics Platform (NDAP) for open public use. What is the National Data & Analytics Platform(NDAP)? Launched by: NITI Aayog Aim: To democratize access to public government data by making data accessible, interoperable, interactive and available on a user-friendly platform.  Features of NDAP Accessibility:… Continue reading NITI Aayog Launches the National Data & Analytics Platform

What is the News? Defence Minister has approved revised Scales of Accommodation 2022 (SoA) for Defence Services. What is Scales of Accommodation(SoA)? The Scales of Accommodation(SoA) defines the authorization for construction facilities for operational, functional, training, administrative, living and recreation facilities for the Defence Services.  These scales are applicable for all three Defence Services and… Continue reading Defence Minister approves Enhanced Scales of Accommodation – 2022 for the Armed Forces

What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched a Mission Amrit Sarovar. What is Mission Amrit Sarovar? Aim: To develop and rejuvenate 75 water bodies in each district of the country as a part of the celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. In total, it would lead to the creation of 50,000 water bodies… Continue reading Mission Amrit Sarovar- A high level meeting held to review the progress of the Mission under the chairmanship of Secretary, Rural Development

Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana(PMJJBY)?3 What is Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana(PMSBY)?4 What is Atal Pension Yojana(APY)?5 What is the significance of these schemes? What is the News? Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana(PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana(PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana(APY) has completed 7 years… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana(PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana(PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana(APY) complete 7 years of providing social security net

What is the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched ‘CAPF Punarvaas’ through the Welfare & Rehabilitation Board(WARB). What is CAPF Punarvaas? Launched by: Ministry of Home Affairs  Aim: To facilitate retired Central Armed Police Force(CAPF) and Assam Rifle personnel to secure employment with private security agencies. Through this portal, retired personnel seeking re-employment… Continue reading Ministry of Home Affairs launches ‘CAPF Punarvaas’ through Welfare & Rehabilitation Board (WARB)

What is the News? The Government of India has reviewed the existing draft National Youth Policy,2014 and prepared a New Draft National Youth Policy(NYP).  Why was the Draft National Youth Policy prepared? Currently, youths between the ages of 15 and 29 are estimated to constitute more than 34% of the total population in India. While… Continue reading Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports invites suggestions on draft National Youth Policy

What is the News? The Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting has announced the World’s largest film restoration project under National Film Heritage Mission(NFHM).  What is the National Film Heritage Mission(NFHM)? Launched in: 2016 by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting  Aim: To preserve, restore and digitize India’s cinematic heritage. Objectives of the mission: 1)… Continue reading India embarks on the World’s largest film restoration project under National Film Heritage Mission: I&B Minister

Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Hallmarking?3 Implementation of Mandatory Hallmarking of Jewellery in a Phased Manner3.1 First Phase3.2 Second Phase What is the News? The second phase of the mandatory hallmarking vide Hallmarking of Gold Jewellery and Gold Artifacts (Amendment) Order, 2022 will come into force from June 01, 2022. What is Hallmarking?… Continue reading Centre notified second phase of mandatory hallmarking which shall come into force from June 01, 2022