The finance minister has announced the RAMP scheme in the Union Budget 2022-23. The scheme was launched by Government and supported by World Bank. RAMP is a program to revive the MSME industry, which was severely damaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is a part of "MSME Competitiveness: A … [Read more...] about RAMP Scheme
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GRAP: What is Revised Graded Response Action Plan?
Delhi’s air quality deteriorated to the “poor” category. Let's see how the revised GRAP will help in tackling the problem of air pollution. After the deterioration of the air quality of Delhi (NCR) and neighboring areas, a revised action plan for fighting air pollution came into force. The … [Read more...] about GRAP: What is Revised Graded Response Action Plan?
Purple Revolution and Aroma Mission
The farmers in Kashmir have moved towards the ‘purple revolution’ under the Aroma mission. They have transitioned away from conventional crops to the more lucrative production of lavender, a purple-bloomed aromatic shrub. Read here to know more about them. Lavender farming has been practiced in … [Read more...] about Purple Revolution and Aroma Mission
Security and Border Management Challenges in Border Areas
Have you wondered about the Border management challenges that India faces? What could be the possible threats that our security forces face on a day-to-day basis? Read further to know more. India has a land border length of 15106 km. She shares land borders with seven other countries. Each border … [Read more...] about Security and Border Management Challenges in Border Areas
PMMVY: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
What is PMMVY? What's the relevance of PMMVY? Is there any criticism against this scheme? Read all you need to know about this scheme. The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched in 2017 as a flagship maternity benefits programme of the Government of India. Do you know what … [Read more...] about PMMVY: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Missile man of India
The 90th birth anniversary of the former president of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was observed on 15th October in India. Dr. Kalam was a renowned scientist also known as the Missile Man of India. Read here to know more about his life and achievements. Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was elected as India’s … [Read more...] about Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Missile man of India
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) focuses on financial inclusion. What are the features of PMJDY? Why was it necessary? To answer all these questions, read further. Financial inclusion is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services. Financial inclusion plays a … [Read more...] about Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
Mission Indradhanush: Largest Immunisation Programme
What is Mission Indradhanush? What are the objectives and goals of Mission Indradhanush? Why is routine immunization so critical for India and the South-East Asia Region? Read here. During Intensified Mission Indradhanush (IMI) 3.0 around 9.5 lakh children and 2.2 lakh pregnant women were … [Read more...] about Mission Indradhanush: Largest Immunisation Programme
Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS)
What is Indian ocean naval symposium (IONS)? Who are its members? What is its significance in the Indian context? To know, read further. India is surrounded by ocean on three sides. This makes maritime security a critical component of India's internal and external security. The Indian ocean … [Read more...] about Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS)
The Places of Worship Act, 1991
The Places of Worship Act was brought by the Congress government of Prime Minister P V Narasimha Rao the Ayodhya issue at its peak. The act has been in the news for Krishna Temple at Mathura and the Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi Mosque issue. Read here to know more about the act. Recently, the … [Read more...] about The Places of Worship Act, 1991
