Decline in MPLADS Funds: The latest data by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) indicates a decline in the total funds released by the central government for the 17th Lok Sabha (2019-2024) compared to the 16th Lok Sabha (2014-2019). Key Highlights of the MoSPI […]
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PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana : Report
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana : Report The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has crossed a milestone of 10 lakh solar-powered homes, with ₹4,770 crore in subsidies disbursed. As of March 10, 2025, 10 lakh households have installed rooftop solar systems, reducing reliance on conventional electricity. Over 47 lakh households have applied, showcasing […]
Ladki Bahin Yojana : Maharashtra Govt
Ladki Bahin Yojana : Maharashtra Govt The Maharashtra government disbursed ₹17,500 crore to 2.38 crore women under the Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana till December 2024, stated the Economic Survey tabled in the State Assembly. The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, commonly referred to as the Ladki Bahin Yojana, is a key welfare program introduced by […]
Parvatmala Pariyojana
Parvatmala Pariyojana: The union cabinet recently approved two major ropeway projects- Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji (12.4 km) and Sonprayag to Kedarnath (12.9 km)- in Uttarakhand, which will be developed under National Ropeways Development Programme – Parvatmala Pariyojana. The National Ropeways Development Programme, known as the ‘Parvatmala Pariyojana’, was announced in the 2022-23 Union Budget. […]
MISHTI Scheme
MISHTI Scheme: Gujarat has emerged as the national leader in mangrove afforestation, covering 19,020 hectares in just two years under the Centre’s ‘MISHTI’ scheme. The Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes (MISHTI) scheme is a government-led initiative aimed at increasing the mangrove cover along the coastline and on salt pan lands. “MISHTI” comes […]
One Day as a Scientist Initiative
One Day as a Scientist Initiative: In response to PM Mann Ki Baat appeal, Ayush institutions opened their research labs to students under the ‘One Day as a Scientist’ initiative.A government initiative allowing students to experience real-world scientific research for a day in Ayush laboratories.Provides hands-on exposure to advanced lab equipment and modern research methodologies. […]
SWAYATT Initiative
SWAYATT Initiative: The Government e Marketplace (GeM) commemorated six years of Startups, Women & Youth Advantage through eTransactions (SWAYATT) initiative at New Delhi SWAYATT Initiative was launched on 19th February, 2019. It was conceptualised with a clear objective of invigorating participation of women-led enterprises and youth in public procurement. SWAYATT is the GeM portal’s commitment […]
Prime Minister Internship Scheme
Prime Minister Internship Scheme: The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) is once again open for applications with the launch of round 2 of the pilot phase. After more than six lakh applications in round 1, round 2 offers more than one lakh internship opportunities in top companies across more than 730 districts in India. The […]
Soil Health Card Scheme
Soil Health Card Scheme: The soil health card scheme has completed its decade. The soil health card scheme was launched in 2015 to assist State Governments to issue soil health cards to all farmers. It provides information to farmers on nutrient status of their soil along with recommendation on appropriate dosage of nutrients to be […]
NAKSHA Project
NAKSHA Project: The National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) pilot project is set to launch in 152 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across 26 States and 3 Union Territories (UTs). NAKSHA (National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations) is a geospatial technology-driven land survey initiative aimed at creating and updating land records […]
