PIB Summaries 30 December 2023
CONTENTS Index of Eight Core Industries Context: The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 7.8 per cent (provisional) in November 2023 as compared to the Index of November 2022. The production of Coal, Electricity, Fertilizers, Natural Gas, Refinery Products and Steel recorded positive growth in November 2023. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy About Index […]
PIB Summaries 29 December 2023
CONTENTS PM Vishwakarma Scheme Context: An awareness programme on PM Vishwakarma scheme was organized by MSME-Development Office, Karnal, Government of India in Sonipat ,Haryana. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Inerventions Dimensions of the Article: PM Vishwakarma Scheme Key Details Eligibility and Coverage Benefits Offered by PM Vishwakarma Scheme Registration and Recognition Skill Upgradation Toolkit […]
PIB Summaries 28 December 2023
CONTENTS Mission Karmayogi Context: Recently, on the occasion of Good Governance Day the Union Minister of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions launched the Extended Version of Mission Karmayogi, at a function in New Delhi. Relevance: GS-II Social Justice, Governance Dimensions of the Article: About Mission Karmayogi – National Program for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCB) […]
PIB Summaries 27 December 2023
CONTENTS Paat Mitro Context: The Ministry of Textiles recently launched the “Paat-Mitro” mobile application to provide important information about MSP and agronomy to jute farmers. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Paat Mitro: Empowering Jute Farmers through Technology Key Features: Technology Integration: Jute Corporation of India Limited (JCI): Key Facts […]
PIB Summaries 26 December 2023
CONTENTS PM-AJAY Scheme Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment informed the Rajya Sabha about the PM-AJAY scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions PM-AJAY Scheme: Empowering Scheduled Castes for Holistic Development Scheme Overview: Merged Schemes: Objectives: Eligibility Criteria: Implementation Components (Since 2021-22): Implementation Period: Overall Goal: Sahitya Akademi Award […]
PIB Summaries 23 December 2023
CONTENTS Bhoomi Rashi Portal Context: The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways recently said 1467 projects of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) have been brought under the Bhoomi Rashi Portal. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Bhoomi Rashi Portal: Streamlining Land Acquisition for Highways Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award Context: […]
PIB Summaries 22 December 2023
CONTENTS Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in ISRO’s Space Exploration Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has showcased significant advancements in incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) into space exploration. This strategic move is in response to the rapid technological progress in these domains. Notably, ongoing projects such as the […]
PIB Summaries 21 December 2023
CONTENTS Indian Science Congress Context: Lovely Professional University(LPU) withdrew from hosting 109th Indian Science Congress (ISC), raising concern about the event’s viability. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology About Indian Science Congress (ISC): SAMAR Air Defence Missile System Context: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully test fired the ‘SAMAR’ air defence missile system recently. Relevance: GS III: […]
PIB Summaries 20 December 2023
CONTENTS National Geoscience Data Repository Portal Context: The Union Ministry of Mines is to launch the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) Portal on 19th December 2023 in a ceremony in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Geoscience Data Repository Portal: Geological Survey of India (GSI): SATHEE (Self […]
PIB Summaries 18 December 2023
CONTENTS Safeguarding Unorganised Labour and Migrant Workers’ Children Context: The Ministry of Labour & Employment outlines measures and welfare facilities for unorganised labour and migrant workers’ children in a response to the Rajya Sabha. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Initiatives for Unorganised Labour: Life and Disability Cover: Health and […]