What is the PAATHAI Initiative?

The PAATHAI initiative was recently launched in Chennai by Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Minister Geeta Jeevan and aims to support first-time child offenders, addressing their unique needs through a comprehensive approach. It is a collaborative effort between the Children ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

PM POSHAN Scheme – Updates for 2024

The PM POSHAN Scheme supports millions of students and provides hot cooked meals daily to 11.7 crore children, which includes students in Balvatika and grades I to VIII. The scheme operates in 10.24 lakh government and aided schools and its ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

India Achieves Total Fertility Rate of 2.0

India has reached a Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of 2.0, which aligns with the goals of the National Population Policy 2000 and the National Health Policy 2017  and the TFR target was set at 2.1. The Union Minister of State ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Amrit Gyaan Kosh Portal

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science and Technology, recently launched the “Amrit Gyaan Kosh” Portal, which aims to improve governance training for public administrators in India, coinciding with the “Advanced Case Writing and Teaching Workshop.” This workshop was organized ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

UGC Releases New Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in higher education, aiming to enhance accessibility to education and promote lifelong learning. RPL assesses knowledge, skills, and experience acquired through various learning methods. Context ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Who is Sanjay Malhotra, the next RBI Governor?

Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term, succeeding Shaktikanta Das. Malhotra has extensive experience in various sectors, including finance and taxation. Background and Education Malhotra is an ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) launched on February 15, 2024, has a budget of ₹75,021 crore, which aims to establish 10 million rooftop solar plants by March 2027. The scheme has already seen over 638,000 installations, generating ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

AP Urjaveer Energy Scheme 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated the AP Urjaveer Scheme, which aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. It is a collaboration with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), the focus is on training private electricians statewide and the goal is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

PM Modi Launches ‘Bima Sakhi Yojana’ Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch Bima Sakhi Yojana in Panipat on December 09, 2024, which aims to enhance education and empower women in the region. Bima Sakhi Yojana Overview The Bima Sakhi Yojana is a new program ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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‘Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore’ Campaign

The “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” campaign is set to occur from December 19 to 24, 2024, and will cover all districts, states, and union territories in India, which aims to tackle public grievances and enhance service delivery. This campaign is ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs