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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - August 2020

Aug 2020

Jul 16, 2024

ICAR Launches 'One Scientist, One Product' Scheme

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that promises to revolutionise the landscape of agricultural and animal husbandry research in India. The 'One Scientist-One Product' programme, launched, marks a significant milestone in the organisation's commitment to advancing agricultural science and technology.
The launch of this innovative scheme coincided with ICAR's 96th foundation day, adding to the significance of the occasion.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan presided over the inauguration of the 'One Scientist-One Product' programme, underscoring the government's support for agricultural research and innovation.

Jul 15, 2024

Haryana Cabinet Approves IT Saksham Yuva Scheme to Provide 5,000 Jobs in First Phase

The Haryana Cabinet approved the launch of the IT Saksham Yuva Scheme, 2024, targeting the provision of jobs to 5,000 youths in the first phase. This initiative aligns with the 'Mission 60,000' from the 2024-25 budget, aiming to employ 60,000 young individuals from poor families. Under the scheme, graduates or postgraduates from IT backgrounds will undergo specially designed short-term courses for a minimum of three months. Post-training, they will be placed in various departments, boards, corporations, districts, registered societies, and private entities. Participants will receive Rd. 20,000 per month for the first six months, followed by Rs. 25,000. If not deployed, an unemployment allowance of Rs. 10,000 per month will be provided.

Jul 14, 2024

Home Ministry Amends J&K Reorganisation Act, Boosts Powers of Lt Governor

In a significant move, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) amended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019 enhancing some powers of the Lieutenant Governor of the erstwhile state.
President Droupadi Murmu gave her approval to the amendments in the rule exercising the powers conferred by section 55 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, (34 of 2019) read with the Proclamation dated 31st October 2019 issued under section 73 of the Act, a notification issued by the MHA mentions.
The President made the rules further to amend the Transaction of Business of the Government of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir Rules, 2019.

Jul 13, 2024

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth Launches GAINS 2024 at GRSE

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth inaugurated the GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024) at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata. This initiative aims to foster technological solutions for shipyard challenges and promote innovation through Indian start-ups.
Under the 'Make in India' and 'Start-up India' initiatives, GAINS 2024 encourages MSMEs and Start-Ups to develop innovative solutions for enhancing technological capabilities in the ship design and construction sector. It aims to leverage the entrepreneurial ecosystem to address current and future industry challenges, promoting self-reliance and bolstering national defence capabilities.

Jul 05, 2024

Smart Cities Mission Extended Till March 2025

The Centre extended the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) under the Union Urban Development Ministry till March 31, 2025.
Under the SCM, launched in June 2015, 100 cities were chosen through a competition to be developed as smart cities. The mission envisions developing areas within selected cities in the country as model areas based on an area development plan, which is expected to have a rub-off effect on other parts of the city and nearby cities and towns.
The mission has an allocated budget of Rs. 48,000 crore for the 100 cities. As on date, Rs. 46,585 crore or 97% of the allocated budget has been released. Out of these funds released to the cities, 93% have been utilised as on date.
This extension was informed to the cities that it would be without any additional cost, beyond the already approved financial allocation under the mission. All ongoing projects are now expected to be completed before March 31, 2025.

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