Schemes

PM Modi Launched PRITHVI VIGYAN Scheme worth nearly 4,800 crore rupees

Introduction to PRITHVI Scheme The Indian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has launched an ambitious initiative named PRITHVI (PRITHvi VIgyan), a comprehensive scheme by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. With a significant budget of Rs....

Rajasthan Seeks Integration of Chiranjeevi Scheme with Ayushman Bharat

The newly elected BJP government in Rajasthan is making strides to merge its state health insurance scheme, Chiranjeevi, with the central Ayushman Bharat programme. This move, pending approval from the union health ministry, aims to create a unified initiative called...

Government Allocates Rs 1,170 Crore For Ladakh Roads: Gadkari

  In a significant move towards enhancing infrastructure in Ladakh, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the government has sanctioned a whopping Rs 1,170.16 crore for 29 road projects in the region. This development aims to address the connectivity challenges...

Government Modifies Interest Rates on Small Savings Schemes

In a recent decision, the Union government announced adjustments in the returns on specific savings schemes, leaving the Public Provident Fund (PPF) rate untouched for the sixth consecutive quarter. The Sukanya Samriddhi Account Scheme (SSAS) will now yield 8.2%, up...

MSME Ministry Unveils 3 RAMP Sub-Schemes, Makes ZED Scheme Free For Women

  In a significant move towards fostering sustainable practices and addressing critical issues faced by micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Narayan Rane unveiled three pioneering sub-schemes under the existing RAMP (Raising...

Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh Lead in Solar Park Scheme Capacities

Two prominent Indian states, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh, have taken significant strides in deploying higher capacities under the "Development of Solar Parks and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects" scheme. This initiative, launched in December 2014 with an initial capacity of...

Government Aims to Expand Ayushman Bharat, Adding 270 Million Beneficiaries by January 26

The Indian government is on a mission to achieve comprehensive coverage for the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) by January 26, a colossal undertaking that involves incorporating 270 million additional individuals into its flagship health scheme....

Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Mann Initiate Scheme For Doorstep Services

  Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal recently launched the "Bhagwant Mann Sarkar, Tuhade Dwaar" scheme in Ludhiana, marking a historic day for the state. This initiative, inspired by the successful Delhi Model, aims to...

Jal Jeevan Mission: Transforming Rural India Through Accessible And Quality Tap Water

  The Government of India, unwavering in its commitment to providing safe and potable tap water to every rural household in the country launched the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in August 2019. This mission, implemented in collaboration with states, aims...

India Launches Forest Certification Scheme for Sustainable Management: Key Highlights

The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has introduced the Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme. This voluntary national certification initiative aims to encourage sustainable forest management and agroforestry practices in India. The scheme encompasses forest management certification, tree...