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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - June 2023

Jun 2023

Nov 28, 2025

Cabinet Approves Scheme to Boost Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing

The Union Cabinet, in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved a Rs. 7,280 crore scheme to promote manufacturing sintered rare-earth permanent magnets (REPM), marking India's first attempt to build an integrated domestic supply chain for the critical material.
The 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets' aims to create a production capacity of 6,000 tonnes of REPM a year to meet growing demand from sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, electronics, aerospace, and defence, ultimately boosting local manufacturing competitiveness and the broader energy transition.
Under the scheme, five beneficiaries will be selected through a global competitive bidding process, with each eligible for up to 1,200 tonnes per annum capacity.

Nov 27, 2025

Andhra Pradesh Launches 'Rythanna Meekosam' to Empower Farmers

The Andhra Pradesh government launched a large-scale initiative titled 'Rythanna Mee Kosam', a farmer-centric programme designed to provide long-term support under a Five-Point Formula. Spearheaded by Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu, the program was inaugurated in Krishna district, and runs till November 29.
The core of Rythanna Meekosam is a Five-Point Formula that focuses on,
Water Security
Demand-Based Cultivation
Agri-Tech Adoption
Food Processing Expansion
Comprehensive Government Backing

Nov 19, 2025

PM Fasal Bima Yojana Expands to Cover Crop Loss

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) has been expanded to include crop losses caused by wild animal attacks and inundation of paddy fields, starting with the Kharif season of 2026. This is a significant upgrade to the scheme, providing much-needed insurance relief to farmers suffering from localised damages that were previously excluded. The announcement was made by the Union Agriculture Ministry in response to longstanding demands by farmers, particularly from regions bordering forests and flood-prone zones.
PMFBY is a centrally sponsored crop insurance scheme launched in 2016. It protects farmers from financial losses due to natural disasters, pests, and diseases affecting their crops. The scheme is available for both loanee and non-loanee farmers.

Nov 14, 2025

Punjab Becomes First State to Implement Amended Bharat Net Scheme State-wide

Punjab became the first state in India to successfully implement the amended Bharat Net Scheme across its entire territory. This landmark achievement enables live monitoring of the border state from any location in the country and marks a significant milestone in bridging the digital divide in rural India. The scheme aims to provide broadband connectivity to Gram Panchayats, households, and institutions while supporting e-governance and e-health services across rural areas.

Nov 11, 2025

Assam Cabinet Approves Bill to Ban Polygamy, Victims to get Compensation

The government of Assam has taken a landmark step by approving the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill 2025. This move aims to prohibit the practice of polygamy — entering into more than one marriage while a first marriage subsists — making it a punishable offence. The legislation reflects the state's push toward legal uniformity in marriage practices and reinforcing women's rights.
- The Bill seeks to make it illegal for an individual to marry another person if their first marriage still stands (i.e., they are not legally separated or divorced).
- Offenders could face imprisonment for up to 7 years for violating the law.
- A provision in the Bill allows for the establishment of a special compensation fund for women adversely affected by polygamous marriages.
- The Bill will be tabled in the Assembly (scheduled for 25 November 2025) for legislative approval.

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