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Government Schemes

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Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling

Source: News on AirSubject: Government Schemes Context: The Ministry of Mines has approved 58 companies as eligible participants under the Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling. Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling About Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling: What it is? This is a dedicated financial intervention under …

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Atal Pension Yojana (APY)

Source:  LM Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 9 crore total gross enrolments. About Atal Pension Yojana (APY): What it is? Atal Pension Yojana is a flagship, voluntary, and contributory social security scheme of the Government of India. It is specifically designed to provide a …

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Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has expanded the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) to allow final-year graduate and postgraduate students to apply for paid internships. About Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS): What it is? The PMIS is a flagship phygital initiative of the Government of India designed to …

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Samriddh Gram Initiative

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: India’s Samriddh Gram initiative has been nominated for the prestigious WSIS Prizes 2026 in the Enabling Environment category. About Samriddh Gram Initiative: What it is? Samriddh Gram is an integrated phygital service delivery model designed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). It utilizes the high-speed broadband backbone of BharatNet …

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Vishwa Sutra

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Vishwa Sutra collection recently made its debut at the 61st Femina Miss India in Bhubaneswar, showcasing 30 distinct Indian handloom weaves reimagined through the cultural lenses of 30 different countries. About Vishwa Sutra: What it is? Vishwa Sutra is a first-of-its-kind designer collection that positions Indian handlooms within …

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Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III)

Source:  PMI Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III) beyond March 2025 up to March 2028. About Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III): What it is? PMGSY-III is a major phase of the centrally sponsored rural road development …

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The RELIEF Scheme

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Government of India has expanded the geographical coverage of the RELIEF (Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation) scheme to include Egypt and Jordan. About The RELIEF Scheme: What it is? RELIEF is a time-bound, targeted intervention launched to mitigate the financial and logistical risks faced by Indian …

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The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Source:  PRS Subject:  Important Government act and Bills Context: The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Lok Sabha alongside major constitutional amendments to facilitate the expansion of Parliament. About The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: What it is? This Bill is a supplementary piece of legislation designed to extend the …

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Urban Challenge Fund (UCF)

Source:  HT Subject:  Government Scheme Context: Union Minister launched the Operational Guidelines for the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) and the Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS) to revolutionize urban infrastructure financing. About Urban Challenge Fund (UCF): What it is? The Urban Challenge Fund is a market-linked, reform-driven, and outcome-oriented catalytic instrument. Unlike traditional grant-based schemes, it …

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The Cinematograph Act, 1952

Source:  TH Subject:  Government Bill and Act Context: The recent leak of the high-quality Tamil film Jana Nayagan before its theatrical release has brought the stringent 2023 amendments to the Cinematograph Act, 1952 into sharp focus. About The Cinematograph Act, 1952: What it is? The Cinematograph Act, 1952, is the primary legislation in India governing …

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The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026

Source:  News on Air Subject:  Government Bills Context: The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026, has been officially notified in the Gazette after receiving assent from President. About The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026: What it is? The Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to regulate the administrative …

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The National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) is celebrating its 25th Foundation Day in New Delhi to mark a quarter-century of tribal empowerment. About The National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC): What it is? NSTFDC is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) operating under the Ministry …

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The National Quantum Mission (NQM)

Source:  ANI Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Minister for Science & Technology, recently announced that the National Quantum Mission (NQM) has achieved a historic 1,000-km secure quantum communication milestone in less than two years. About The National Quantum Mission (NQM): What it is? The National Quantum Mission is a specialized initiative aimed at seeding, …

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YUVIKA (Yuva Vigyani Karyakram)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Schemes Context: Union Minister highlighted in the Lok Sabha, that the YUVIKA programme has benefited 1,320 students so far, successfully fostering a scientific temper and early interest in space science. About YUVIKA (Yuva Vigyani Karyakram): What It Is? YUVIKA, which stands for Yuva Vigyani Karyakram (Young Scientist Programme), is a specialized …

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SAMPANN Platform

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Schemes Context: The Government of India has signed a landmark agreement to provide its flagship digital pension platform, SAMPANN, as a Platform-as-a-Service to the State Government of Goa and the Cochin Port Authority. About SAMPANN Platform: What It Is? SAMPANN stands for System for Accounting and Management of Pension. It is …

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Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya Initiative

Source: PIB Subject: Government Scheme Context: The Ministry of Education has issued a comprehensive 3-year Action Plan for the Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya initiative to eliminate substance abuse in schools. About Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya Initiative: What it is? Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya (Drug-Free Schools) is a specialized initiative under the broader Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) designed …

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Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme

Source:  LM Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme for five years (2026–2031) with an outlay of ₹1,800 crore. About Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme: What it is? The IVFRT is a mission-mode project designed to create a …

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Regional Connectivity Scheme – Modified UDAN

Source:  TOI Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Regional Connectivity Scheme – Modified UDAN with an outlay of ₹28,840 crore for 2026–2036. About Regional Connectivity Scheme – Modified UDAN: What it is? Modified UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) is the evolved second phase of India’s flagship regional airport development program, …

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