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UPSC Pratibha Setu, Objectives, Key Features and Significance

Context: The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) recently made headlines for recruiting 451 Insurance Medical Officers via the UPSC’s Pratibha Setu portal. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched a forward-thinking initiative called “Pratibha Setu”, aimed at bridging the gap...

Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh: Wellness Centre for Women Government Employees

News? The Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, inaugurated Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh. Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh The "Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh" is a new initiative taken by the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of...

Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) Scheme

Context: Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs inaugurated the PM-VIKAS Skill Development and Women Entrepreneurship Programme at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Kottayam. About PM VIKAS Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan) The Union Government has recently...

ADEETIE Scheme to Boost Industrial Energy Efficiency

Context: The Power Ministry is launching ADEETIE—India’s first scheme to support industries in adopting energy-efficient technologies, boosting jobs, competitiveness, and climate goals. ADEETIE Scheme Full Form of ADEETIE Scheme: Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments (ADEETIE)...

PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), Objectives and Key Features

The government has launched the Prime Minister Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) by merging 36 existing schemes across 11 ministries to boost agricultural productivity and promote sustainable farming practices. In the Union Budget 2025, the Union Finance Minister has announced...

e-Zero FIR Initiative, Key Features, Uses and Significance

Context: The Union Home Minister launched the e-Zero FIR initiative in Delhi. About e-Zero FIR Initiative e-Zero FIR Initiative is a new system to automatically convert financial cybercrime complaints (with a fraud value above Rs.10 lakh) into First Information Reports...

Sanchar Mitra Scheme, Objectives, Key Features and Implementation

Context: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has launched the Sanchar Mitra Scheme across the country to empower youth by appointing them as Digital Ambassadors. About Sanchar Mitra Scheme The Sanchar Mitra Scheme focuses on student volunteers, known...

TALASH Initiative: Objective, Key Features and Significance

Context: TALASH is a new initiative by NESTS and UNICEF to boost life skills, career guidance, and self-esteem among tribal students in EMRSs across India. TALASH Initiative Facts About TALASH Initiative Launched By National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS),...

WHO Launched 3 by 35 Initiative targets Tobacco, Alcohol and Sugary Drinks

Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced its “3 by 35” health‑tax campaign, urging countries to increase taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by at least 50% by 2035. WHO’s ‘3 by 35 Initiative’ Objective: WHO urges countries...

Shrishti Digital Studio at IIPA, Key Features, Purpose and Impact

Context: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the "Shrishti" digital studio and revamped the APPPA module at IIPA to promote digital governance training and administrative reforms under Mission Karmayogi. About Shrishti – The New Digital Studio at IIPA Shrishti is...