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Kerala 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 …
Read MoreNational Water Security Initiative Launched for Sustainability Why in the News ? Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil launched the National Water Security Initiative in New Delhi, focusing on MGNREGA fund allocation for water conservation to ensure rural development and sustainable water management. This initiative comes at a time …
Read MoreESIC Launches SPREE 2025 for Inclusive Development and Coverage Why in the News? The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) launched SPREE 2025 during its 196th meeting in Shimla, offering a one-time opportunity for unregistered employers and employees to join the ESI scheme without retrospective penalties or inspections. This initiative aligns with the government’s focus on …
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