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14Nov 2024

THE IMPACT OF PRADHAN MANTRI UJJWALA YOJANA IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

Syllabus:   GS 2 – Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes Why in the News? In Jammu & Kashmir, 85.07% of households have LPG connections. Nearly 68% of these LPG connections were provided under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). Expansion of LPG …

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04Nov 2024

Stagnant Rural Wages: A Paradox Amid Economic Growth

Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Inclusive GrowthGrowth & Development Focus: Recent reports highlight the paradox of stagnant rural wages despite significant GDP growth in India. While the economy expands, real wages for rural workers have declined, raising concerns about the sustainability of rural livelihoods and the effectiveness of policies aimed at improving economic …

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28Oct 2024

India’s 21st Livestock Census: Comprehensive Data for Policy Insight

Why in the news? The recently launched 21st Livestock Census by the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying aims to collect detailed data on livestock and poultry across India. The census will guide policies, support rural employment, and align with sustainable development goals. Overview of the 21st Livestock Census: The 21st Livestock Census, …

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25Oct 2024

Government Launches Weather Forecast Initiative for Gram Panchayats

Why in the news? The government has launched a weather forecasting initiative at the Gram Panchayat level to empower rural communities and enhance disaster preparedness, benefiting farmers across India. About the Launch of Weather Forecast at Gram Panchayat Level: The government has officially launched a Weather Forecast initiative at the Gram Panchayat level in New …

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17Oct 2024

Union Cabinet Increases Farmers’ Support Prices and Allowances

Why in the news? The Union Cabinet has approved a significant increase in minimum support prices for rabi crops and dearness allowance for government employees, aimed at mitigating inflation impacts ahead of Diwali and ensuring better earnings for farmers. Minimum Support Prices (MSP) Increase: The Union Cabinet has raised the MSP for various rabi crops …

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