The Union Cabinet has greenlit an employment-linked incentive (ELI) scheme worth ₹1 lakh crore to generate more than 3.5 crore job opportunities nationwide. This initiative, embedded in the Union Budget 2024–25, is set to offer financial aid to employers and ensure social security for workers, particularly in the manufacturing domain. Boosting Job Creation Across Sectors … Read more
On July 12, 2025, the Indian government introduced the inaugural electric truck (e-truck) incentive scheme as part of the PM E-DRIVE initiative. The scheme offers a substantial subsidy of up to ₹9.6 lakh per vehicle. The announcement was made by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, emphasizing the promotion of clean freight transport to combat pollution, aligning … Read more
The Punjab government introduced the Mukhya Mantri Sehat Yojana, offering ₹10 lakh cashless healthcare annually to all families in the state. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launched the scheme on July 8, 2025, in Chandigarh, along with AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal. Who Will Benefit from the Scheme? Top-Up Coverage for Existing Central Scheme Beneficiaries When … Read more
The Madhya Pradesh government’s Mukhyamantri Vrindavan Gram Yojana aims to revamp villages into sustainable model communities. It blends traditional values with modern techniques for self-reliance and environmental sustainability. The scheme focuses on infrastructure, education, welfare, and security enhancements. About the Scheme: Key Facilities and Infrastructure: Employment and Economic Activities: Environmental and Social Goals: Infrastructure and … Read more
The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme was launched by the Rajasthan government on July 4, 2025. This initiative aims to uplift impoverished families in rural areas by providing financial assistance to kickstart small businesses and improve livelihoods. Empowering Families Towards Self-Reliance Rewards for Families Transitioning Out of Poverty Identification of Underprivileged Families and Implementation … Read more
In a significant move to enhance India’s innovation landscape, the Union Cabinet sanctioned the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme with an outlay of ₹1 lakh crore on July 1, 2025. This scheme aims to foster private sector investment in impactful research and development, focusing on emerging sectors with long-term financing support at low or … Read more
The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the green light to the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, aiming to create more than 3.5 crore jobs, especially in the manufacturing sector. With an allocation of about ₹1 lakh crore, this initiative focuses on kickstarting employment for first-time job seekers, assisting employers in … Read more
The Government of Andhra Pradesh launched the ‘Digi-Lakshmi‘ scheme on June 30, 2025, to empower urban poor women by creating digital service provider opportunities. The state aims to establish 9,034 Common Service Centres (CSCs) in all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), fostering digital jobs and women-led businesses. Overview of the Digi-Lakshmi Scheme The ‘Digi-Lakshmi‘ scheme is … Read more
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has introduced two key initiatives to enhance compliance and social security coverage. The relaunch of the SPREE scheme and the introduction of the Amnesty Scheme 2025 aim to promote formal registrations, resolve disputes, and improve healthcare access under the ESI Act. Why in News? The ESIC’s decision to relaunch … Read more
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) has initiated a 2-day training program on Artificial Intelligence in Governance at IIT Delhi. The program aims to enhance the digital governance capabilities of government officials by providing essential AI knowledge for better governance, public service delivery, and policy implementation. Key Highlights: Objectives: Programme Features: Background & Significance: Strategic Importance: … Read more
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