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Mission Sudarshan Chakra, Objectives and Key Features

Context: On India’s 79th Independence Day, the Prime Minister announced Mission Sudarshan Chakra. Mission Sudarshan Chakra Mission Sudarshan Chakra is a national security mission to build an advanced, multi-layered defence shield around critical installations across India. Inspired by Lord Krishna’s...

MERITE Scheme 2025: Funding, Significance and Outcomes

The Union Cabinet has approved the implementation of the Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) Scheme across 275 technical institutions in India. This initiative aims to improve the quality, equity, and governance in technical education by aligning...

Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM), Key Components, Benefits and Significance

Context: Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM) gains traction with Farmer ID use in PMFBY, RWBCIS, and KCC, covering crores of farmers and plots nationwide. Recent Achievements of Digital Agriculture Mission (as of 04 August 2025) Farmer Registry Progress: 7,04,49,809 Farmer IDs...

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), Objectives and Impacts

Context: The Union Cabinet has approved a targeted subsidy of Rs. 300 per 14.2 kg cylinder for up to 9 refills per year (and proportionately prorated for 5 kg cylinders) to the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)...

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), Objectives and Benefits

Context: The Ministry of Women and Child Development has extended the special registration drive for the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) until 15 August 2025. Maternity benefits in India are a critical aspect of ensuring the health and well-being...

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)

Context: The Union Cabinet increased the budget for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) by ₹1,920 crore to ₹6,520 crore to strengthen the food processing sector through new irradiation units and food testing labs. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY)...

Design Linked Incentive Scheme: Eligibility Criteria and Key Components

Context: 23 chip design projects approved for financial assistance under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme. About the Design Linked Incentive Scheme The Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme is a major initiative of the Government of India, initiated through the...

Meri Panchayat App, Purpose and Key Features

Context: The mobile app “Meri Panchayat” has gained international acclaim by winning the WSIS Prizes 2025 Champion Award, a prestigious global recognition under the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) initiative. About Meri Panchayat App – WSIS Prizes 2025...

Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme

Context: The Indian government approved the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme to bolster India’s research and innovation ecosystem. About Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme The Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme, sanctioned by the Union Cabinet on July...

e-Sakshya App: Purpose, Key Features and Challenges

Context: The Tamil Nadu Police will soon launch a mobile app called e-Sakshya, developed by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. About the e-Sakshya App e-Sakshya App is an innovative mobile application built by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) of...