“Aarogya Maitri” for Medical Supplies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces ‘Aarogya Maitri’ project to provide essential medical supplies to developing nations affected by disasters.
AI Chatbot for PM-KISAN Scheme
Launched by Union Ministry of Agriculture. Provides prompt and accurate responses to farmers’ queries.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
Consultative Committee announces the upgrade of 1,275 railway stations.
Part of the Amrit Bharat Station scheme for long-term station development.
Auction of Lithium and Rare Earth Minerals
Mines ministry proposes an amendment to mineral concession rules to determine the methodology for fixing the value of estimated resources.
Geological Survey of India found significant lithium reserves of 5.9 million tonnes in Jammu and Kashmir.
Ayushman Bhava Campaign
Introduced by the President on September 13, 2023. Part of Seva Pakhwada with three major components.
Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar’ Scheme
Delivers citizen-centric services at people’s doorstep. Includes 43 services like certificates, bill payments, and land demarcation.
Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP)
Launched by Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi. Aims to enhance road safety for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. Provides a tool for consumers to compare crash safety.
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023
Implements death penalty for mob lynching. Updates law with clearer definitions and stricter penalties.
Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development Scheme
Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) scheme was launched to expand and upgrade Prasar Bharati infrastructure.
Capacity Building Plan for Govt Employees
Launched by Dr. Jitendra Singh to enhance skills and competencies. iGOT training modules for Govt employees at all levels.
Capacity Building Program for Higher Education Teachers
UGC launches program for holistic development of 15 lakh higher education teachers. Covers various aspects of NEP 2020 and enhances digital skills.
Captive Employment’ Scheme
Union Minister for Rural Development Giriraj Singh initiates ‘Captive Employment’ Scheme under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana.
Carbon Credit Trading Scheme
Ministry of Power and Ministry of Environment to develop a Carbon Credit Trading Scheme for decarbonization. Aims to price Green House Gas emission through trading of Carbon Credit Certificates.
Central Sector Scheme for Drones to Women SHGs
Rs. 1261 Crore outlay for providing drones to 15,000 Women SHGs. Aims to offer rental services to farmers for agriculture purposes.
City Investments Scheme (CITIIS 2.0)
Approved by the Union Cabinet for a period of four years (2023-2027). Aims to support competitively selected projects promoting a circular economy.
Community Service for Petty Crimes
Proposal for community service as punishment for petty offences. Initial implementation for criminal defamation. Aims to introduce alternative punishment mechanisms.
Comprehensive ‘Vibrant Village Program’
Government launches a program for comprehensive development in 46 border blocks of 19 districts in four states and UT.
Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order Amendment Bill
Passed by Parliament to modify the list of Scheduled Castes in Chhattisgarh.
Includes Mahara and Mahra communities in Chhattisgarh.
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Livestock Sector
Implemented under the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund( AHIDF). Facilitates credit flow to MSMEs in the Livestock sector without collateral.
Credit Scheme for Farmers
• PM-PRANAM Yojana approved by the Cabinet. Incentivizes states to promote
alternative fertilizers and balanced use of chemical fertilizers. Package of Rs.
3,68,000 crores for reducing chemical fertilizer use.
CSS for Development of
Infrastructure Facilities for
The Judiciary
• Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) by the Ministry of Law & Justice for
developing infrastructure facilities in District and Subordinate Courts. Fundsharing pattern: 60:40 (Centre: State), 90:10 for 8 North-Eastern and 2
Himalayan States, and 100% central funding for Union Territories.
Digi Yatra at 13 Airports
• Uses facial recognition technology. Part of government efforts to upgrade
airport security.
Digital India Expansion
• Approved by the Cabinet with an outlay of ₹14,903 crore. Includes upskilling
of 525,000 IT professionals and training 265,000 in cybersecurity. Umang
application to offer 540 more services.
Digital Personal Data
Protection (DPDP) Bill
• Approved by the Union Cabinet. Specifies norms for managing personal data
and requires explicit consent. Set to be introduced in the upcoming Monsoon
Session.
Disaster Management
Schemes
• Announced by Amit Shah, including schemes worth over Rs 8,000 crore.
Focuses on disaster management and achieves progress over the last nine
years.
Discontinuation of Padho
Pardesh Scheme
• Ministry of Minority Affairs discontinues the Padho Pardesh scheme providing
interest subsidy on education loans for overseas studies.
ESI Scheme Enrollments
• 19.42 lakh new workers enrolled in ESI Scheme. 24,849 new establishments
registered; 3.73 lakh female employees enrolled.
Extension of Pradhan Mantri
Awas Yojana-Urban Scheme
• Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announces the extension of the Pradhan
Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) scheme up to 2024.
FAME-II Subsidy Reduction
for Electric 2-Wheelers
• Subsidy reduction under the FAME-II scheme for electric two-wheelers
registered on or after June 1, 2023. FAME India scheme commenced on April
1, 2019.
Fertilizer Subsidy for Kharif
Season
• Union Cabinet approves Rs 1.08 lakh crore fertilizer subsidy for the 2023-
24 Kharif season. Includes subsidies for Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K)
fertilizers and urea.
Fire Services Expansion
Scheme
• Launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Aims to strengthen fire services in
states with a total outlay of ₹5,000 crore. Requires a 25% contribution from
the respective state governments.
First Consultation on Digital
India Act
• Government conducts the first public consultation on the Digital India Act,
aiming to replace the Information Technology Act, 2000.
Garib Kalyan Food Grain
Programme
• Extended for another 5 years under the public distribution scheme. Provides
free grains to eligible citizens.
Gati Shakti Infrastructure
Data Sharing
• Government working on sharing infrastructure data from the Gati Shakti
portal. Data includes multi-modal connectivity and physical/social
infrastructure. Aims to facilitate transparency for industry and investors.
Global Initiative on Digital
Health (GIDH)
• Launched by Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. Managed by WHO to
enhance digital health globally. Release of the World Bank’s Flagship Report
on Digital-in-Health.
GST Bills for Online Gaming
Tax
Lok Sabha passes amendments to levy 28% tax on online gaming, casinos,
and horse race clubs. Amendments clarify taxation in casinos, horse racing,
and online gaming.
Harit Sagar Green Port
Guidelines
• Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launches Harit Sagar Green Port
Guidelines to achieve a zero-carbon emission goal.
Heritage 2.0’ Programme
• ASI to invite corporate stakeholders for monument amenities. User-friendly
mobile app “Indian Heritage” to be launched.
Indian Forest & Wood
Certification Scheme
• Launched for forest and wood certification. Managed by the Indian Institute of
Forest Management, Bhopal.
Integrated Food Security
Scheme as PMGAY
• Centre names the new Integrated Food Security Scheme as Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY).
Inter-Services Organisation
Bill
• Passed to give disciplinary and administrative powers to Commanders of
Inter-Services Organizations (ISOs). Applicable to regular Army, Navy, and Air
Force personnel.
IRCTC Operated Baba
Saheb Ambedkar Yatra
• IRCTC operates the Baba Saheb Ambedkar Yatra tour package under the
“Dekho Apna Desh” initiative in April 2023.
Kisan Rin Portal and Weather
WINDS Manual
• Launched by Nirmala Sitharaman for comprehensive farmer data. Ghar Ghar
KCC campaign unveiled for scheme saturation.
Krishi Udan Scheme
• Covers 58 airports for cost-effective air transportation of agricultural produce.
Mahila Samman Savings
Certificate
• Over 18 lakh accounts opened, totaling over Rs. 11,000 crore. Two-year
tenure scheme with 7.5% fixed interest compounded quarterly.
Mahila Samman Savings
Scheme
• Ministry of Finance issues gazette notifications for Mahila Samman Savings
Certificates-2023 scheme. Two-year tenure scheme offers a fixed interest of
7.5% compounded quarterly
MASI Portal for Child Care
Homes
Developed by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. Aims for real-time monitoring of Child Care Institutions (CCIs). Ensures compliance with the Juvenile Justice Act.
MedTech Mitra
• Advances health solutions for young innovators. Part of India’s holistic
healthcare transformation by 2047.
Mega Textile Parks under PM MITRA Scheme
• Government announces the setting up of mega textile parks in seven states
under the PM MITRA scheme.
Mera Bill Mera Adhikar’ GST
Reward Scheme
• Launched to promote invoice usage and offer incentives. Implemented in
select states and union territories.
Mera Bill Mera Adhikar’
Invoice Incentive Scheme
• Launched to motivate consumers to ask for bills. Currently implemented in
Haryana, Assam, Gujarat, and select UTs.
Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’
Project
• Aims to map and document all Indian villages. National Mission on Cultural
Mapping in coordination with IGNC.
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY
Bharat) Platform
• Launched by PM Modi for youth empowerment. Autonomous body “Mera
Yuva Bharat” approved by Union Cabinet.
Mission Daksh (Bihar Govt.)
• Targets minimizing school dropout with special classes. Successfully
implemented in over 60,000-plus schools.
Mission Indradhanush 5.0
(IMI 5.0)
• Flagship routine immunization campaign across all districts. Three rounds
conducted over six days each month.
Mission Vatsalya
• Ministry of Women and Child Development identifies children in need through
Child Welfare and Protection Committee. Aims to provide support under
Mission Vatsalya for children in difficult circumstances.
Model Prisons Act, 2023
• Center finalizes comprehensive ‘Model Prisons Act, 2023’ focusing on skill
development of prisoners. Includes features like grievance redressal, prison
development board, separate accommodation for women prisoners, etc.
MoU Signing for PM MITRA
Park in Dhar
• MoU signing between the Ministry of Textiles and the Government of Madhya
Pradesh for PM MITRA Park in Dhar. The park will be set up in the village
Bhensola, Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district.
MSME Competitive (LEAN)
Scheme
• Government launches the revamped MSME Competitive (LEAN) scheme to
benefit enterprises.
Mukhymantri Nirmaan
Shramik Pension Yojana
• Offers lifelong monthly pension to construction workers aged 60 and above.
Inauguration of 264 projects and development works worth Rs. 266 crore.
MY Bharat Campaign
• Highlights India’s development across sectors. Calls on youth to contribute to
India’s development by 2047.
National Anganwadi-cum Crèches Program
• Aims to set up 17,000 crèches nationwide. Focuses on economic
opportunities for women-run self-help groups.
National Clean Air
Programme (NCAP)
• Allocated funds for 131 cities to combat air pollution. Aims for 20%-30%
reduction in particulate matter by 2024.
National Curriculum
Framework for School
Education
• Released by Dharmendra Pradhan for 21st-century education alignment.
Emphasizes the 5+3+3+4 design of schooling.
National Medical Devices
Policy, 2023
• Cabinet approves the National Medical Devices Policy, 2023, aiming to
increase domestic production of medical devices.
National Nursing and
Midwifery Commission Bill
• Passed for comprehensive reforms in the nursing sector. Establishes National
and State Commissions for nursing education and services.
National Policy on Research
and Development
• Launched by M. Mandaviya to boost Pharma-MedTech sector. Scheme for
the promotion of Research and Innovation introduced.
National Rabies Control
Programme (NRCP)
• National Centre for Disease Control launches the National Rabies Control
Programme for the prevention and control of rabies.
National Research
Foundation Bill
• Passed to establish a National Research Foundation (NRF). Aims to fund and
promote research in natural sciences. Repeals the Science and Engineering
Research Board (SERB) Act.
National Strategic Plan and
Roadmap for Leprosy 2023-
2027
• National Strategic Plan and Roadmap for Leprosy 2023-2027 launched on
National Anti-Leprosy Day.
New Housing Scheme in
Odisha - ‘Mo Ghara’
• Cleared by Naveen Patnaik-led cabinet. Targets those left out in Central and
state schemes. Plans to spend Rs 2,150 crore over the next two years.
PM SVANidhi Mobile App
• Launched by Hardeep Singh Puri for street vendors. Simplifies the loan
application process under the PM SVANidhi Scheme. Commended for
promoting financial inclusion and digital literacy.
PM Vishwakarma Yojna
• Empowered artisans in Sonipat; 55% women’s participation. SAMARTHcurated training programs on iGOT Karmayogi platform.
PM-Kisan Bhai Scheme
• Aims to break traders’ monopoly in crop pricing. Total cost of Rs. 170 crore for
3 years, pilot launch in 7 States.
PM-KUSUM Scheme
• 140 MW solar power plants and 2.73 lakh Solar Pumps installed. Focuses on
demand-driven allocation for solar power installations.
Vishwakarma Yojana
• Announced by PM Modi on Independence Day. Aims to allocate around
₹13,000 to ₹15,000 crore for skill development among traditional artisans.
Drones promised for women self-help groups in agriculture.
Vivad se Vishwas Scheme for MSMEs
• Ministry of Finance launches the scheme “Vivad se Vishwas I – Relief to
MSMEs” for providing relief to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises during
the COVID-19 period.
Wedding Tourism Campaign
• Launched by the Ministry of Tourism to promote India as a global wedding
destination. Seeks to attract couples worldwide and expand the wedding
industry.
Women-only Courts for
Dispute Resolution
• Initiative to set up women-only courts for alternate dispute resolution. Piloted
in Assam and J&K, with plans for nationwide expansion. Focus on addressing
issues like domestic violence and property rights.
Poshan Bhi, Padhai Bhi’
Program
• Union Minister Smriti Irani launches the “Poshan Bhi, Padhai Bhi” program
under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0. Aims for the holistic
development of children under the age of 6 years.
Press and Registration of
Periodicals Bill 2023
• Simplifies online periodical registration process. Requires Central
Government consent for local publication of foreign periodicals.
Recognition Scheme for
Internet Service Providers
• Launched by DoT to recognize ISPs for expanding rural FTTH connections.
Nine ISPs awarded based on net additions of rural FTTH connections.
Repeal of Sedition Law
• Amit Shah announces the complete repeal of the sedition law. Introduction of
three bills for criminal justice system reform.
Reservation in CISF for
Former Agniveers
• Union Home Ministry announces a 10% reservation for former Agniveers in
the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).
Revamped CGTMSE
Scheme
• Union Minister for MSME Narayan Rane launches the revamped CGTMSE
Scheme in Mumbai. Scheme includes a reduction in guarantee fees for loans
up to ₹1 crore.
Revised MGNREGA Wage
Rates
• Union government notifies a hike in wage rates under MGNREGA for the
2023-24 financial year.
Revival of Wetlands and
Mangroves
• PM Modi launches Amrit Dharohar and MISHTI schemes. Amrit Dharohar for
conservation of existing Ramsar sites. MISHTI for reviving and protecting the
mangrove ecosystem.
RoDTEP Scheme Extension
Export benefits extended under RoDTEP scheme till June 2024. Provides
refund of taxes, duties, and levies for exporters.
SAKSHAM Learning
Management Information
System (LMIS)
• Union Health Ministry launches SAKSHAM LMIS, a digital learning platform
developed by the National Institute of Health & Family Welfare.
Sangathan-se-Samriddhi’
Scheme
• Government launches ‘Sangathan-se-Samriddhi’ scheme to bring
marginalized rural women into Self Help Groups (SHGs).
SEBI’s Institutional
Mechanism to Curb Market
Abuse
• SEBI proposes an institutional mechanism to curb market abuse, focusing on
unauthorized trading and market manipulation.
SHRESTHA Scheme
• Supports 2,564 SC students in 142 private schools for 2023-24. Dual modes:
Entrance Test and NGO/VO-operated schools/hostels.
SHREYAS Scheme
• Umbrella scheme for SC students with 4 sub-schemes. Includes financial aid,
free coaching, fellowship, and overseas education support.
Skills on Wheels Initiative
• Launched by Dharmendra Pradhan and Om Birla to promote skill
development. Begins in Rajasthan and expands to other parts of the country.
Study In India’ Portal
• Launched to attract international students. Jointly launched by Education
Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar.
Subsidy for Loans under
Vishwakarma Yojana
• Government offers up to 8% subsidy for artisan loans. Provision of Rs. 13,000
crore in the Budget 2023-24.
Swachhata Hi Seva 2023
Campaign
• Launched by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat from Jaipur. Focuses on ‘Swachh
Bharat’ vision; special SHS Portal introduced.
Swachhotsav under Swachh
Bharat Mission
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri launches Swachhotsav, a three-week
women-led swachhata campaign under the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban
2.0.
Unified Registration Portal for
GOBARdhan
• Introduced by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. Over 1163
biogas and CBG plants registered for organic manure.
Viability Gap Funding
Scheme
• Approved by the Government with an initial outlay of Rs. 9,400 crore.
Envisages 4,000 Mega Watt hours of BESS projects by 2030-31.