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Mar 18, 2025

Telangana Government Launches 'Rajiv Yuva Vikasam' Scheme to Boost Self-Employment

In a significant move to promote self-employment and economic development, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched the 'Rajiv Yuva Vikasam' Scheme on the premises of the Telangana Legislative Assembly. The scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to unemployed youth from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), and Minority communities. With a substantial budget allocation of ₹6,000 crore, the government aims to create self-employment opportunities for five lakh youth across the state.
The primary objective of the scheme is to empower unemployed youth by providing them with financial aid to establish their own businesses. This initiative also aligns with the government's larger vision of economic growth and social upliftment, particularly for marginalised communities.

Union Finance Minister Launches PM Internship Scheme Mobile App to Boost Youth Employment

Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, launched a dedicated mobile application for the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS) in New Delhi. The app is designed to streamline the registration and application process for aspiring candidates, providing them with real-time updates and an intuitive interface. This launch aligns with the government's commitment to promoting employment, skilling, and opportunities for the youth.
The newly launched PMIS mobile app aims to enhance accessibility and efficiency in the internship application process. This initiative is expected to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry expectations, thereby boosting youth employability in India.

Mar 15, 2025

Ministry Of Education Launches PM Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors

The Ministry of Education launched the third edition of the Prime Minister's Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0). The initiative aims to train young authors under the age of 30 to promote reading, writing, and book culture in India. The program provides mentorship and publishing opportunities to enhance Indian literature on a global platform.
PM-YUVA 3.0 builds on the participation of young authors in 22 Indian languages and English in its previous editions.
The National Book Trust, India, will oversee the implementation of PM-YUVA 3.0.

Mar 10, 2025

Govt. Announces Modified Ethanol Scheme

The union food ministry came out with a scheme to help cooperative sugar mills convert their sugarcane-based ethanol plants into multi-feedstock facilities, enabling year-round operations using grains such as maize and damaged food grains.
The initiative, announced under the modified Ethanol Interest Subvention Scheme, will provide interest subsidies of 6 per cent per annum or 50 per cent of bank interest rates, whichever is lower, for five years including a one-year moratorium period.

Mar 04, 2025

Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Implementation of Unified Pension Scheme

The Uttarakhand Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, approved the implementation of the Central Government's Unified Pension Scheme for officers and employees in the state. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting.
The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has been introduced as an option under the National Pension System (NPS) by the Central Government for the CentralGovernment employees covered under NPS so that they may receive an assured payout after their retirement. The Unified Pension Scheme will be operational from April 1, 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

Haryana Launches Witness Protection Scheme

The Haryana Government rolled out 'Haryana Witness Protection Scheme 2025' to ensure the safety and security of witnesses who play a crucial role in the justice system. The primary aim of the scheme is to protect witnesses from threats, harassment, or intimidation that may arise during the course of judicial proceedings. By providing legal protection, including the possibility of relocating, changing identities, or offering other safeguards, the government seeks to strengthen the rule of law, encourage witnesses to testify without fear, and improve the overall functioning of the criminal justice system. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote transparency, accountability, and fairness within the legal process.
The scheme will be applicable to witnesses of offences punishable with death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment of seven years or more. Additionally, it will cover punishments under Sections 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, and 79 of the BNS, as well as under Sections 8, 10, 12, 14, and 15 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.

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