Government Schemes

ONDC – Revolutionizing Digital Commerce in India with Open Network

Context: The ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) platform by the government now has over 5 lakh sellers, with more than 70% of them being small or medium-sized enterprises. Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) ONDC is an initiative by...

One Vehicle, One FASTag Initiative by National Highways Authority of India

One Vehicle, One FASTag Initiative The "One Vehicle, One FASTag" initiative by NHAI ensures each vehicle has only one active FASTag for toll payments, effective April 1, 2024. This combats misuse, such as using a single tag for multiple vehicles...

RoDTEP Scheme, Key Features, Benefits and Current Extension

Context: The Indian government has declared that shipments from Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Oriented Units (EOUs) will be granted tax refunds under the RoDTEP scheme until September 30. More About News In a significant move to bolster India’s...

Bag-less School Initiative introduced by Madhya Pradesh Govt.

Bag-less School Initiative The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a "bag less school" initiative for students in grades 1–12, starting in the 2024–2025 academic session. The initiative aims to reduce student stress by offering a day once a week when...

Umbrella Scheme on Safety of Women, Provisions and Key Projects

Context: The Union Cabinet approved the Home Ministry’s proposal for the continuation of the implementation of the “Safety of Women” umbrella scheme. Umbrella Scheme for Safety of Women In a significant move aimed at bolstering the safety and security of...

Namo Drone Didi Scheme, Features, Benefits

Context: The government announced the allocation of ₹500 crores for the 'Drone Didi Scheme. About Drone Didi Scheme The Namo Drone Didi Scheme scheme targets empowering 15,000 Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) by providing them with drones to offer rental...

Lakhpati Didi Scheme, Target, Benefits

Context: Recently, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced expansion of the Lakhpati Didi Scheme training target from 2 crores to 3 crores. About Lakhpati Didi Scheme Launched: August 15, 2023 Goal: Train 3 crore women in self-help groups (SHGs) (extended...

Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana, Features and Significance

After presiding over the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir in Uttar Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant announcement upon his return to Delhi. He declared the initiation of the 'Pradhanmantri Suryodaya Yojana,' an ambitious government...

Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana The Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana (PM-AJAY) is a comprehensive initiative launched in the fiscal year 2021-22 by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to uplift Scheduled Caste (SC) communities in India....

MedTech Mitra, Objectives, Component and Significance

During a virtual launch event, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, unveiled 'MedTech Mitra.' This strategic initiative is designed to foster the capabilities of young innovators in the country, with the goal...