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Government Schemes

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Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management

Source:  PIB Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the “Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM)” as a sub-scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) for FY 2025–26, with a total outlay of ₹1,600 crore. About Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): What it is? A comprehensive national irrigation scheme aimed …

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Palna Scheme

Source:  DD News Context: The 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada began on April, with a spotlight on early childhood nutrition, and the government’s Palna Scheme is being promoted as a key childcare intervention under Mission Shakti. About Palna Scheme: What it is? Palna is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides quality crèche services for children …

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India Skills Accelerator Initiative

Source:  PIB Context: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has partnered with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to launch the India Skills Accelerator. About India Skills Accelerator Initiative: What is India Skills Accelerator? A national-level public-private platform focused on future-ready skilling and inclusive workforce development. Aims to be a systemic change enabler by …

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ZooWIN Portal

Source:  BS Context: The Union Health Ministry recently launched the ZooWIN portal to monitor the availability of anti-rabies and anti-snake venom vaccines in real time. About ZooWIN Portal: What is ZooWIN? ZooWIN (Zoonoses-WIN) is a digital portal to monitor stocks of Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) and Anti-Snake Venom (ASV) across India. It ensures better coordination among …

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Recognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications Obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions Regulations, 2025

Source:  NDTV Context: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially notified the Recognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications Obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions Regulations, 2025. About Recognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications Obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions Regulations, 2025: What is it? A regulatory framework introduced by the UGC to grant equivalence certificates …

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Vibrant Villages Programme-II

Source:  PIB Context: The Union Cabinet has approved Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) with a financial outlay of ₹6,839 crore for the period 2024-25 to 2028-29, covering border villages beyond Northern borders to ensure security, development, and national integration. About Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II): What is VVP-II? VVP-II is a Central Sector Scheme (100% Centre-funded) focused …

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Green Credit Programme

Source:  IE Context: The Green Credit Programme (GCP), launched in 2023, faces criticism for potentially incentivizing forest diversion and promoting plantations on ecologically sensitive lands. About Green Credit Programme (GCP): Launched in: October 2023 (notified under Green Credit Rules) Officially unveiled: At COP28 (2023) by Prime Minister of India and UAE President Implementing Agency: Indian Council of Forestry Research …

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Government e-Marketplace (GeM)

Source:  News on Air Context: Over 1 million manpower resources were hired through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) in FY 2024–25, marking a major milestone in digital public procurement. About Government e-Marketplace (GeM): What is GeM? Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is a paperless, cashless, and contactless online procurement platform used by Government Departments, PSUs, and ministries to …

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NITI NCAER States Economic Forum Portal

Source:  TH Context: Finance Minister will launch the “NITI NCAER States Economic Forum” portal today. The portal offers 30 years of consolidated data on social, economic, and fiscal parameters of all Indian states. About the NITI NCAER Portal: What is it? A digital platform offering comprehensive, state-wise data from 1990-91 to 2022-23, to support evidence-based …

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BioSaarthi Mentorship Initiative

Source:  PIB Context: Union Minister unveiled the BioSaarthi Mentorship Initiative at the 13th Foundation Day of BIRAC, highlighting India’s rapid rise in the global bioeconomy. About BioSaarthi Mentorship Initiative: What is BioSaarthi? A structured global mentorship program aimed at nurturing India’s emerging biotech startups through expert guidance and capacity building. Ministry Involved: Ministry of Science …

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Heritage Repatriation Fund

Source:  NIE Context: A Parliamentary panel recently proposed establishing a ‘Heritage Repatriation Fund’ to assist in recovering Indian antiquities stolen and smuggled overseas. About Heritage Repatriation Fund: What is Heritage Repatriation Fund? A proposed financial initiative to facilitate the recovery and return of stolen Indian cultural artifacts from abroad. Proposed by: Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee …

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Unified Pension Scheme

Source:  ToI Context: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has issued guidelines for the implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), which will come into effect from April 1, 2025, offering an alternative to the existing National Pension Scheme (NPS) for central government employees. About Unified Pension Scheme (UPS): What it is: A …

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NeVA (National e-Vidhan Application)

Source:  News on Air Context: Delhi has become the 28th legislature to join the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) platform by signing an MoU with the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and GNCTD, promoting paperless legislative governance. About NeVA (National e-Vidhan Application): What it is: A digital platform designed to modernize legislative operations by enabling paperless proceedings …

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BAANKNET portal

Source:  PIB  Context: The government launched the revamped BAANKNET portal and e-BKray platform to enhance transparency, efficiency, and value realization in PSU bank e-auctions of non-performing assets. About BAANKNET Portal: What it is: An advanced, integrated e-auction portal for Public Sector Banks and financial institutions to auction properties for recovery of NPA loans. Ministry: Launched …

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SwaYaan Initiative

Source:  PIB Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Drone Federation of India launched the National Innovation Challenge for Drone Research (NIDAR) under the SwaYaan initiative. About NIDAR: What it is: National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR). Part of: Launched under the SwaYaan – Capacity Building for Human Resource …

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Rashtriya Gokul Mission

Source:  TH Context: The Union Cabinet has approved a revised outlay of ₹3,400 crore for the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM). Additional ₹1,000 crore has been allocated for the period 2021–22 to 2025–26, with new initiatives for cattle development. About Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM): What is Rashtriya Gokul Mission? It is a flagship scheme for development …

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Sansad Bhashini Initiative

Source:  DD News Context: The Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) signed an MoU to launch the Sansad Bhashini initiative. About Sansad Bhashini Initiative: What it is: Sansad Bhashini is an AI-based digital initiative designed to enable real-time translation, transcription, and data access of parliamentary records in multiple Indian …

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North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR)

 Source:  PIB Context: Union Minister laid the foundation stone for NECTAR’s permanent campus in Shillong, aiming to boost technology-driven growth in Northeast India. About North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR): What is NECTAR? An autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. Focuses on technological applications for …

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