Government Schemes and Programs for UPSC Prelims 2025

Source- This post on Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme is based on the article “Cabinet approves ‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme to support cutting edge research and development in Biotechnology” published in PIB on 19th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet recently approved the Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme. About Biotechnology Research… Continue reading Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme

Source- This post on Subhadra Yojana is based on the article “” published in Economic Times on 17th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Prime Minister launched ‘SUBHADRA’ Scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. About Subhadra Yojana Aspects Description  About This scheme is a flagship scheme of Government of Odisha. It was launched on 17th September 2024. Purpose Financial assistance aimed… Continue reading Subhadra Yojana 

Source- This post on BHASKAR Digital Platform is based on the article “DPIIT to launch BHASKAR: A Revolutionary Platform for India’s Startup Ecosystem” published in PIB on 16th September 2024. Why in News? The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is launching the Bharat Startup… Continue reading BHASKAR Digital Platform

Source- This post on Key Programmes Approved by the Union Cabinet has been created based on the article “Cabinet Okays 7 Schemes Worth About ₹ 14,000 Crore For Agriculture Sector” published in “NDTV” on 3rd September 2024. Why in News? The Government of India has launched seven major programmes to drive the holistic growth of the agriculture… Continue reading Key Programmes Approved by the Union Cabinet

Source- This post on Project NAMAN has been created based on the article “INDIAN ARMY LAUNCHES PROJECT NAMAN: SPARSH-CENTRIC COMMON SERVICE CENTRES ESTABLISHED ACROSS INDIA” published in “PIB” on 31st August 2024. Why in News? The Indian Army initiated the first phase of Project NAMAN, with General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, and… Continue reading Project NAMAN 

Source- This post on Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme has been created based on the article “Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Launches Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme” published in “PIB” on 30 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, launched the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment… Continue reading Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme

Source- This post on Rollout of private FM radio channels in 234 cities and towns has been created based on the article “Cabinet approves rolling out Private FM Radio to 234 uncovered new cities / towns” published in “PIB” on 28th August 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved the rollout of private… Continue reading Rollout of private FM radio channels in 234 cities and towns

Source – This post on Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has been created based on the article “Centre announces Unified Pension Scheme” published in “Indian Express” on 26th August 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) which will be effective from April 1, 2025. This new scheme combines the best… Continue reading Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)

Source-This post on Seaplane Operations Guidelines has been created based on the article “Centre announces simplified norms for seaplane operations” published in “The Hindu” on 23 August 2024. Why in the news? The Union Minister for Civil Aviation has introduced new guidelines for seaplane operations in India, aiming to improve connectivity, boost tourism, and drive… Continue reading Seaplane Operations Guidelines

Source- This post on Bhavishya Software has been created based on the article “BHAVISHYA – Promoting Digital Empowerment and Ease of Living for Pensioners” published in “PIB” on 17 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, the DOPPW has introduced an innovative centralized pension processing software called ‘Bhavishya’ for all central government Ministries/Departments. About Bhavishya 1. About:… Continue reading Bhavishya Software

Source- This post on Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) has been created based on the article “Greening in India gets a boost with Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) SOP launched by Shri Sarbananda Sonowal” published in “PIB” on 17 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways officially launched… Continue reading Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP)

Source- This post on Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) and land related reform has been created based on the article “Centre’s guidelines for special assistance to states finalised, Rs 10,000 crore for land reforms” published in “Indian Express” on 16 August 2024. Why in News? The Centre has allocated ₹10,000 crore in incentives to… Continue reading Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) and land related reform

Source- This post on AI-Based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) has been created based on the article “New AI platform will connect farmers and scientists over phone, aid in pest control” published in “Times of India” on 14 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, an AI-based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) was launched by the Union… Continue reading AI-Based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)

Source- This post has been created based on the article “Government of India issues Operational Guidelines for Implementation of ‘Model Solar Village’ under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana” published in “PIB” on 14 August 2024. Why in News? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy recently notified the Scheme Guidelines for implementing the ‘Model Solar… Continue reading Model Solar Village Component of PM Surya Yojana

Source- This post on Modified Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana has been created based on the article “Cabinet approves Amendment in “Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana” for providing financial support to Advanced Biofuel Projects using lignocellulosic biomass and other renewable feedstock” published in “PIB” on 10 August 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved modifications to… Continue reading Modified Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana

Source- This post on Clean Plant Programme (CPP)  has been created based on the article “Cabinet approves the Clean Plant Programme under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture” published in “PIB” on 10 August 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet recently approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture and… Continue reading Clean Plant Programme (CPP)

Source- This post on Government Initiatives for Adoption of Green Steel Technologies has been created based on the article “ADOPTION OF GREEN STEEL TECHNOLOGIES” published in “PIB” on 10 August 2024. Why in News? The Government has implemented several measures to encourage the adoption of green steel technologies within the steel manufacturing sector. These initiatives focus… Continue reading Government Initiatives for Adoption of Green Steel Technologies

Source- This post on Nandini Sahakar Scheme has been created based on the article “Nandini Sahakar Yojana” published in “PIB” on 8 August 2024. Why in News? The National Cooperative Development Corporation has recently launched the Nandini Sahakar Scheme to support women entrepreneurs. About Nandini Sahakar Scheme Aspects  Description About The Nandini Sahakar Yojana is a… Continue reading Nandini Sahakar Scheme

Source- This post on the First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods” has been created based on the article “First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods” organised jointly by ISTIC-UNESCO and CSIR” published in “PIB” on 31 July 2024. Why in the news? ISTIC under UNESCO, along with CSIR-TKDL and CSIR-IICT,… Continue reading First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods”

Source- This post on the PARAKH ‘equivalence’ report has been created based on the article “Explained: The recommendations for equivalence across India’s 69 school boards” published in “Indian Express” on 31 July 2024. Why in the news? In accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, PARAKH has presented an ‘equivalence’ report to the Ministry… Continue reading PARAKH ‘equivalence’ report

Source- This post on the One DAE One Subscription has been created based on the article “Department of Atomic Energy inaugurates ‘One DAE One Subscription’” published in “PIB” on 30 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Department of Atomic Energy Launches ‘One DAE One Subscription’ (ODOS). About One DAE One Subscription 1. About: The… Continue reading One DAE One Subscription

Source- This post on the NCERT Proposes 10 ‘Bagless Days’ for Students has been created based on the article “NCERT proposes 10 ‘bagless days’ a year for students from Classes 6 to 8” published in “The Hindu” on 30 July 2024. Why in the news? The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has… Continue reading NCERT Proposes 10 ‘Bagless Days’ for Students

Source- This post on the Revamped Model Skill Loan Scheme has been created based on the article “Minister launches revamped Model Skill Loan Scheme” published in “The Hindu” on 26 July 2024. Why in the news? The revamped Model Skill Loan scheme was launched recently with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing the revision in her… Continue reading Revamped Model Skill Loan Scheme

Source- This post on the Employment-Linked Incentive Schemes has been created based on the article “Five new schemes to aid job creation” published in “The Hindu” on 24 July 2024. Why in the news? The Union Budget allocates ₹2 lakh crore for employment and skilling schemes. About Employment-Linked Incentive Schemes 1. The Centre will implement… Continue reading Employment-Linked Incentive Schemes

Source-This post on Vatsalya Scheme has been created based on the article “NEW PENSION SCHEME ‘VATSALYA’ ANNOUNCED FOR MINORS; CONTRIBUTION BY PARENTS AND GUARDIANS” published in “PIB” on 24 July 2024. Why in the news? In the recent Union Budget 2024-25, the Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister introduced a new pension scheme named ‘Vatsalya’ for… Continue reading Vatsalya Scheme