Ayushman Arogya Mandirs
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has operationalized 1,78,154 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) across India, providing comprehensive primary healthcare. These centers have conducted 38.13 crore teleconsultations and over 5.7 crore wellness sessions, focusing on preventive, promotive, rehabilitative, and curative care. The initiative aims to enhance
Ayushman Bharat
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has implemented stringent cyber security measures under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). Health data exchange is permitted only after patient consent, and digital applications undergo security audits and sandbox testing. The Health Information Exchange and Consent Manager (HIECM) and Unified Health Interface
Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram
The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) aims to enhance the quality of life for children from birth to 18 years by screening for defects, diseases, deficiencies, and developmental delays. A recent report indicates a significant decline in the Under-5 Mortality Rate in rural India, dropping from 51 to 34 per
Philippines
The state visit of the President of the Republic of the Philippines to India resulted in the establishment of a strategic partnership and several agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation in various fields including defense, technology, tourism, and cultural exchange. Key outcomes include a plan of action for the India-Philippines Strategic
Minimum Support Price
The Government of India has fixed Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for 22 agricultural crops for the 2025-26 marketing season, ensuring prices are at least 1.5 times the cost of production. The budget for the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has increased significantly, supporting various initiatives aimed at enhancing
Tobacco Board
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has clarified that it does not promote tobacco cultivation. The Tobacco Board regulates Flue cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco production and marketing, ensuring fair prices for farmers. Since 2020-21, farmers' income has increased significantly, with export revenues more than doubling. The ICAR-National Institute
PM Kisan
The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, provides financial assistance of Rs 6,000 per year to farmers with cultivable land through Direct Benefit Transfer. The scheme has disbursed over Rs 3.90 lakh crore in 20 installments, ensuring transparency and accessibility for farmers across India. Registration is ongoing, with
PM-KMY
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PM-KMY) is a voluntary pension scheme for small and marginal farmers aged 18 to 40, providing a minimum assured pension of ₹3000 upon reaching 60 years. The scheme requires monthly contributions ranging from ₹55 to ₹200, with the government matching contributions. As of
PM-KISAN
The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, provides financial assistance of Rs 6,000 per year to farmers with cultivable land through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme mandates Aadhaar seeding for payments, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Over Rs 3.90 lakh crore has been disbursed through 20 installments. An
PM-KISAN
The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, provides financial assistance of Rs 6,000 per year to farmers with cultivable land. The scheme mandates a Farmer ID for new registrations in 14 states, ensuring transparency and direct benefit transfer to farmers' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. Various enrollment modes have been
Livestock Health
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying is implementing various initiatives under the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) and Rashtriya Gokul Mission to enhance the genetic quality of indigenous and crossbred cattle. Key measures include expanding artificial insemination, establishing IVF laboratories, and implementing genomic selection. Financial assistance
G20 Pandemic Fund
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying has secured a $25 million grant under the G20 Pandemic Fund for the project 'Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response'. Launched on October 25, 2024, the initiative aims to mitigate the risk of zoonotic diseases by