Reading schemes and programs in the news is crucial for UPSC examination. Schemes and programs in the news have been asked frequently by UPSC in prelims examination and many questions are being asked directly on the effectiveness or issues in them.
On this page, we will provide you with a list of news articles and updates on the schemes and programs for your 2020-21 UPSC preparation.
- Cabinet approves a new centrally sponsored Scheme – PM SHRI Schools (PM ScHools for Rising India)Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves a new centrally sponsored Scheme – PM SHRI Schools (PM ScHools for Rising India)” published in PIB on 7th September 2022 What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the PM SHRI Schools (PM ScHools for Rising India) Scheme. What is the ...
- Prime Minister announces a new initiative – PM SHRI Schools on the occasion of Teachers Day
Source: The post is based on the article “Prime Minister announces a new initiative – PM SHRI Schools on the occasion of Teachers Day” published in PIB on 5th September 2022 What is the News? On the occasion of National Teachers’ Day, the Prime Minister has announced a new initiative – PM ... - Centre Grants ‘in-Principle’ Approval of three Bulk Drug Parks to Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat and Andhra PradeshSource: The post is based on the article “Centre Grants ‘in-Principle’ Approval of three Bulk Drug Parks to Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh” published in PIB on 1st September 2022. What is the News? The Department of Pharmaceuticals has granted ‘in-principle’ approval to the proposals of the three States Viz, Himachal ...
- Nikshay Poshan Yojana: TB nutrition aid falls shortSource: The post is based on the article “Nikshay Poshan Yojana: TB nutrition aid falls short” published in Down To Earth on 25th August 2022. What is the News? Only two-thirds of people living with tuberculosis benefitted from the Nikshay Poshan Yojana scheme in 2021. What is the Nikshay Poshan Yojana? Launched in: 2018 ...
- Explained: The One Nation One Fertilizer scheme, the Govt’s logic, and some immediate risksSource: The post is based on the article “Explained: The One Nation One Fertilizer scheme, the Govt’s logic, and some immediate risks” published in Indian Express on 26th August 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has decided to implement One Nation One Fertiliser by introducing a “Single ...
- Union Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for agriculture loansSource: The post is based on the article “Union Cabinet approves interest subvention scheme for agriculture loans” published in TOI on 17th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme(MISS). What is the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme(MISS)? Background: Kisan Credit Card scheme was introduced by the ...
- Nagar Van YojanaSource: The post is based on the article “Nagar Van Yojana” published in PIB on 1st August 2022. What is the News? The Minister of State for Environment, Forest & Climate Change has informed Lok Sabha about Nagar Van Yojana. What is Nagar Van Yojana? Launched by: Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change Aim: ...
- Depletion in Groundwater LevelsSource: The post is based on the article “Depletion in Groundwater Levels” published in PIB on 31st July 2022. What is the News? According to the analysis done by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Groundwater levels in some parts of the country are declining. What is the status of Groundwater levels in ...
- Ministry of New and Renewable Energy implements Suryamitra Skill Development Programme to boost Green Jobs in the countrySource: The post is based on the article “Ministry of New and Renewable Energy implements Suryamitra Skill Development Programme to boost Green Jobs in the country” published in PIB on 26th July 2022 What is the News? The Minister for New and Renewable Energy has informed Lok Sabha about the Suryamitra Skill ...
- ECGC introduces new scheme providing enhanced export credit risk insurance cover up to 90% for small exportersSource: The post is based on the article “ECGC introduces new scheme providing enhanced export credit risk insurance cover up to 90% for small exporters” published in PIB on 26th July 2022. What is the News? Export Credit Guarantee Corporation(ECGC) has introduced a new scheme to provide enhanced export credit risk insurance ...
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