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The National Food Security Act, 2013 provides subsidized foodgrains to approximately two-thirds of India’s population through Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and Priority Households (PHH) categories, with special focus on pregnant women and lactating mothers. The Act ensures 75% rural and 50% urban coverage with fixed quotas – 35 kg/household/month for AAY and 5 kg/person/month for …
Read MoreNCW Launches SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship for Women-Centric Research Why in the News? The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched the SHAKTI Scholars Young Research Fellowship to promote policy-oriented, multidisciplinary research on women-centric issues such as safety, justice, health, and economic empowerment, encouraging youth participation in evidence-based policymaking and environmental jurisprudence. SHAKTI Scholars Fellowship: Key …
Read MoreKerala Plans Electric Freight Corridor Under PM E-DRIVE Why in the News? Kerala is preparing to develop an electric truck corridor along NH-66 under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, aiming to promote freight electrification, reduce carbon emissions, and position the State as a national leader in clean logistics transition. This initiative will require careful consideration of …
Read MoreNew Rural Job Scheme Shifts From Demand Model Why in the News? The Union government plans to introduce the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee For Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, replacing MGNREGA, 2005, marking a shift from a demand-driven right-based employment scheme to a supply-driven, allocation-based framework. This change also presents opportunities to integrate environmental …
Read MoreCoalSETU Policy, Census 2027 And MSP Decisions Why in the News ? The Union Cabinet approved the CoalSETU policy to auction coal linkages transparently, cleared funds for Census 2027 including caste enumeration, and revised MSP for copra for the 2026 season, reflecting reforms in energy, governance, and agriculture. CoalSETU Policy: Reforming Coal Linkage Allocation The …
Read MoreCentre Plans Renaming And Reform Of MGNREGS Why in News ? The Union Government is likely to introduce a Bill in the Winter Session of Parliament to rename MGNREGS as “Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana”, alongside proposed changes in employment days, eligibility norms, and funding structure based on expert panel recommendations. Proposed Renaming And Legislative …
Read MoreTransforming India’s Fisheries Sector Syllabus GS 3 Government Policies and Interventions Why in the News? Recently, on World Fisheries Day 2025, the FAO supported India’s theme “India’s Blue Transformation: Strengthening Value Addition in Seafood Exports,” highlighting the need for sustainability, value addition, and stronger aquatic value chains nationwide. Introduction India’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors have …
Read MoreKarnataka Domestic Workers Welfare Programme – A Milestone in Labour Reforms Background Domestic and household workers—maids, cooks, caretakers, and cleaners—form a vital part of India’s urban economy. Yet, most of them belong to the unorganised sector, with no written contracts, job security, or access to social security benefits. Recognising their vulnerability, the Government of Karnataka …
Read MoreJal Jeevan Mission Achieves 80% Tap Water Coverage Why in the News ? The Ministry of Jal Shakti announced that over 15.71 crore rural households now have tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), achieving 80% national coverage. This marks a major step toward sustainable and inclusive rural water accessibility, contributing to India’s …
Read MorePM-SETU Yojana to Align Youth Skills Globally Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the PM-SETU scheme during the Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh in New Delhi. The initiative aims to connect India’s youth with global skill demands, modernize Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), and boost education, skilling, and entrepreneurship nationwide. This move aligns with the …
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