PM Modi Launches PM-SURAJ Portal
Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan (PM-SURAJ) portal virtually, aimed at providing credit support to entrepreneurs from disadvantaged sections of society. Additionally, PM Modi distributed Ayushman Health Cards and Personal Protective Equipment to Safai Mitras under the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme. These […]
Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination
Context: Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting launched the Prasar Bharti – Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination (PB-SHABD), a news-sharing service from Prasar Bharati, aimed at transforming news dissemination in India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions PB-SHABD: Empowering Small News Organizations Key Features: Minister’s Emphasis: Prasar Bharati: -Source: The Hindu, PIB
Vocal for Local Initiative
Context: The ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative, launched under the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) by NITI Aayog, aims to promote indigenous products and bolster sustainable growth in India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Key Highlights: Significance of ABP:
Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024
Context: The Department of Pharmaceuticals issued the Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Need for the UCPMP 2024 Highlights of the UCPMP 2024 on Ethical Practices of Pharma Companies The Uniform Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024 addresses the need for […]
About KIRTI Programme
Context: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports inaugurated the unique Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) programme amidst much enthusiasm at the Sector 7 sports complex, in Chandigarh Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions About KIRTI Programme The KIRTI Programme is a nationwide initiative aimed at school children between the ages of nine […]
A New Sense of Urbanisation
Context: The recent unveiling of two prominent institutions, namely the new Parliament building, symbolizing political authority, and the Ram temple, representing religious significance prompts speculation about whether future urban centers will prioritize religion over traditional drivers like work, industry, and modernization, which have characterized urban development for the past seventy years. The allocation of approximately ₹85,000 […]
Sashakt Nari – Viksit Bharat Programme
Context: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today participated in Sashakt Nari – Viksit Bharat programme and witnessed agricultural drone demonstrations conducted by Namo Drone Didis at Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Sashakt Nari – Viksit Bharat programme The program involves […]
Revised Terms for PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna Unveiled
Context: The Centre has modified the ₹75,000-crore PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna, originally intending to fully fund 1-3 KW solar system installations in one crore households. The revised plan now covers up to 60% of installation costs, requiring households to contribute the remainder, with a minimum payment of ₹20,000. Eligible houses must have suitable roofs, […]
About Limits on Election Campaign Spending
Context: In the lead-up to the 2004 Lok Sabha elections, the then government launched a campaign featuring the slogan ‘India Shining.’ It was reported that approximately ₹150 crore was allocated for this campaign, making it one of the most substantial and controversial government-sponsored advertisement efforts at that time. Since then, over the last two decades, […]
Very Small Aperture Terminal
Context: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is planning to collaborate with ISRO to deploy V-SAT stations on a pilot basis for around 80 tribal villages. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights: Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) Functionality: Applications in Manufacturing: National Stock Exchange (NSE) Connectivity: Reliability of VSAT […]