1. Centre sets up 733 One Stop Centres for women security across the country so far
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According to Union Minister Smriti Irani the government has set up 733 One Stop Centres across the country so far and also sanctioned a budget for 300 more such centers for women security.
An overview of the news
These one stop centers are providing a range of integrated services including police facilitation, medical aid, legal aid, counseling and temporary shelter to women affected by violence or in distress.
In the last nine years, more than 34 women helplines are working in the country for the welfare of women in the country.
Anganwadi services
Anganwadi services have been strengthened in the country and all Anganwadi centers have been linked through smart phone mobiles.
So far 11 lakh smartphones have been distributed to Anganwadi workers.
Poshan Tracker
A system called Poshan Tracker has been set up and more than nine crore beneficiaries are taking advantage of it.
Maternity Benefit Scheme
Maternity Benefit Scheme- Under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, about 3 crore 32 lakh women in the country have received Rs 13,650 crore in their bank accounts through DBT.
Fast-track courts
The government has set up 1,023 fast-track courts in the country, of which 418 are exclusively POCSO courts.
More than 780 district-wise anti-human trafficking units are functioning in the country.
Nirbhaya Fund
In the last nine years, the NDA government has taken forward projects worth Rs 12,000 crore, including the Nirbhaya Fund.
One Stop Centres Scheme
One Stop Center is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme of the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) to address the problem of violence against women.
It is a sub-scheme of the National Mission for Empowerment of Women scheme.
One Stop Centers have been set up across the country to provide integrated support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence in private and public spaces.
The scheme is funded through Nirbhaya Fund.
2. Uttar Pradesh government launches Nand Baba Milk Mission scheme
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In a bid to make Uttar Pradesh a leading state in the field of milk development and milk production, the state government has launched the Nand Baba Milk Mission scheme on 6th June at a cost of Rs 1,000 crore.
An overview of the news
The mission is implemented to facilitate milk producers to sell their milk at reasonable prices in villages through dairy cooperatives.
Under this mission, it is proposed to form a Dairy farmer producer organisation (Dairy FPO) in order to facilitate sale of milk in producers’ villages itself.
There is a plan to set up five dairy FPOs in five districts of the state as a pilot project in the financial year 2023-24, in which women will also play a major role.
Besides the opening of office of the Nand Baba Milk Mission at Gomtinagar, a ‘Dairy Development Portal’ and logo of Nand Baba Mission has also been unveiled by Cabinet Minister, Livestock and Dairy Development Department, Dharampal Singh.
Indian Dairy Sector
India ranks first in milk production and contributes 24% to global milk production.
The top 5 milk producing states are: Uttar Pradesh (14.9%), Rajasthan (14.6%), Madhya Pradesh (8.6%), Gujarat (7.6%) and Andhra Pradesh (7.0%).
Dairy is the single largest agricultural item contributing 5% to the national economy, which has been 6.4% in the last 5 years.
About 8 crore people are directly or indirectly employed in the dairy industry.
Some important facts related to milk and milk products
India is the world's largest milk producer, accounting for 23 percent of global production. It is followed by the United States, China, Pakistan and Brazil.
Uttar Pradesh is the largest milk producing state in India and accounts for more than 17% of the total milk production in India.
The per capita availability of milk in India is 406 grams per day.
Ordinary milk contains85 percent water and the remaining part consists of solid elements ie minerals and fat.
Milk contains protein, calcium and riboflavin (vitamin B-2).
Milk also contains vitamins A, D, K and E including phosphorus, magnesium, iodine and many minerals and fat and energy.
The purity of milk is measured by lactometer.
National Milk Research Institute is located at Karnal (Haryana).
An organic compound called lactose is found in milk.
The pH value of fresh milk is 6. When milk changes into curd, its pH value becomes less than 6.
Lactobacillus bacteria help in curdling of milk.
3. MP Govt to launch CM Learn and Earn scheme
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In Madhya Pradesh, the Chief Minister's Learn and Earn scheme is set to be launched with the aim of providing employable skills to the youth.
An overview of the news
Chief Minister's Learn and Earn scheme in Madhya Pradesh focuses on providing training, financial support, and employment opportunities to the youth.
By identifying numerous work areas and involving various industries, the scheme aims to equip the young workforce with the necessary skills to enhance their employability and contribute to the state's development.
Salient Features of the Scheme
Work Areas Identification
A total of 703 work areas have been identified for training purposes under this scheme.
These work areas cover a wide range of industries and sectors, ensuring diverse opportunities for skill development.
Allowance Provision
A significant aspect of the Learn and Earn scheme is that it not only focuses on skill acquisition but also provides financial support to the youth.
Participants in the scheme will receive a monthly allowance ranging from Rs 8,000 to 10,000.
This allowance aims to assist the youth in meeting their financial needs while they learn and work.
Government's Commitment
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has expressed the government's continuous efforts to bridge the gap between youth and employment.
The Learn and Earn scheme is a proactive measure taken by the government to address the issue of unemployment by equipping young individuals with necessary skills.
Training Opportunities
The scheme targets the training of at least one lakh youth.
To facilitate this, the registration process will commence for establishments providing training to the youth, starting today.
Simultaneously, registration for the youth interested in acquiring work-related skills will commence from 15th June.
The selected youth will commence their work from 1st August, thereby creating a structured timeline for skill development and subsequent employment.
Madhya Pradesh
In terms of area, it is the second largest state of India after Rajasthan.
According to the Indian Forest Status Report-2021, Madhya Pradesh has the maximum forest cover in the country in terms of area.
25.14% of its area is covered by forests.
Governor - Mangubhai Patel
Chief Minister - Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Capital -Bhopal
4. Union Cabinet approves continuation of ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme’
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 7 June, has approved the continuation of the Central Sector Scheme called "Exploration of Coal and Lignite scheme."
An overview of the news
The scheme will be implemented from 2021-22 to 2025-26, aligned with the 15th Finance Commission cycle, and will require an estimated expenditure of Rs 2980 crore.
The scheme focuses on the exploration of coal and lignite through two main stages: Promotional (Regional) Exploration and Detailed Exploration in Non-Coal India Limited (CIL) blocks.
The approved funding includes Rs 1650 crore for Promotional (Regional) Exploration and Rs 1330 crore for Detailed Drilling in Non-CIL areas.
The scheme aims to cover approximately 1300 sq. km under Regional exploration and approximately 650 sq. km under Detailed exploration.
Significance of the scheme
Exploration for Coal and Lignite is essential to ascertain and estimate the available coal resources in the country.
It plays a crucial role in preparing detailed project reports required to initiate coal mining operations.
The geological reports generated through these exploration activities are utilized in the auctioning of new coal blocks.
The cost of exploration is subsequently recovered from successful allocatees.
The continuation of the Exploration of Coal and Lignite scheme will contribute to the assessment and identification of coal and lignite reserves, facilitating future coal mining operations.
It ensures the availability of reliable geological data for the auctioning process, promoting transparency and efficiency in the allocation of coal blocks.
5. PM Modi launches Amrit Dharohar and MISHTI schemes for wetland, mangrove conservation
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On the occasion of World Environment Day (5 June), PM Narendra Modi launched two schemes--Amrit Dharohar and MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes)--aimed at reviving the country's wetlands and mangroves.
An overview of the news
PM said in the last nine years, the number of wetlands and Ramsar sites in India has increased almost three times as compared to earlier
India currently has 75 Ramsar sites which are wetlands of international importance and have been designated under the norms of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands.
India also has about 3% of South Asia's mangrove population.
Apart from Sundarbans in West Bengal, Andaman region, Kutch and Jamnagar regions in Gujarat have substantial mangrove cover.
Amrit Dharohar Yojana
The scheme was first announced by the Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the 2023-24 Union budget.
The scheme will be implemented over the next three years to encourage optimum use of wetlands and enhance biodiversity, carbon stock, ecotourism opportunities and income generation for local communities.
It will emphasise on the importance of lakes and their conservation.
Amrit Dharohar aims to achieve sustainable ecosystem development over the next three years with the help of local communities.
MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes)
The scheme was first announced by the Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the 2023-24 Union budget.
This will facilitate mangrove plantation on salt lands along the sea coast of India.
The scheme will operate through “convergence between MGNREGS, Campa Fund and other sources”.
It aims at intensive afforestation of coastal mangrove forests.
There are such forests on both the east and west coasts of India, with the Sundarbans in Bengal being one of the largest mangrove forests.
Initially the mangrove cover will be restored in nine states across the country.
The scheme envisages the development of mangroves covering nearly 540 sq km, spreading across 11 states and two union territories over five years, starting from FY2023-24.
The Centre will cover 80% of the project cost, while state governments will contribute the remaining 20%.
6. UP govt launches 'Elder Line' service to give shelter to elderly homeless
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The 'Elder Line' 14567 service was recently launched by the Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department.
An overview of the news
The initiative is the brainchild of Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Social Welfare Aseem Arun, who earlier headed the emergency helpline 112.
Objective of the initiative
The objective of the helpline is to rescue destitute old persons and provide them shelter in old age homes.
'Elder Line' 14567 service has been activated, actively responding to distress related to older persons.
Reporting destitute elderly
Citizens can report about destitute elderly persons on roadsides, bus stations, railway stations, or similar places.
The team of the Social Welfare Department immediately responds to the reports and ensures that the elderly person is shifted safely to the old age home with dignity.
Availability of Old Age Homes
Uttar Pradesh currently has 75 old age homes, one in each district.
These homes accommodate both male and female residents, providing them with necessary amenities and care.
Facilities and Services
Inmates of the old age homes receive free food, healthcare facilities, and entertainment options.
Health check-ups are conducted every 15 days by doctors from the Chief Medical Officer's office.
Each old age home is equipped with an ambulance to address emergency medical needs.
Enriching Lives
Old age homes organize outings and recreational activities for the residents.
Trips to places like Akshardham temple in Delhi are arranged, providing a refreshing experience for the elderly.
Such initiatives enhance their quality of life and create opportunities for enjoyment.
Benefits and Allowances
The state government has increased the breakfast allowance for elderly individuals in old age homes from Rs 75 to Rs 114 per day.
Inmates also receive an annual amount of Rs 2,500 for new clothes, Rs 200 per month for additional medicines, and Rs 150 for entertainment purposes.
Pension Scheme Integration
The social welfare department plans to link the over 6,000 elderly individuals residing in old age homes to the 'Rashtriya Vridhavastha Pension' scheme.
This integration aims to provide additional financial support to the elderly, offering them some extra pocket money.
7. NIPCCD organized a Refresher Training Programme on Mission Vatsalya
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NIPCCD organized a Refresher Training Programme on Mission Vatsalya from 29- 31 May, 2023 at NIPCCD Regional Centre, Mohali. 33 participants attended the training Programme.
The programme involved discussions on the following themes:
Improve functioning of statutory bodies
Strengthen service delivery services
Upscale Institutional care/ services Encourage non-intuitional community based care
Training and Capacity building of duty holders
About Mission Vatsalya
It promotes family-based non-institutional care of children in difficult situations based on the 'principle of institutionalization of children' as a last resort.
Before the year 2009, three schemes were implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development for children in need of protection -
1. Juvenile justice programs for children as well as children in need of care and protection
2. Integrated Program for Street Children
3. Child Home Assistance Scheme
In theyear 2010, these three schemes were merged into a single scheme which is known as Integrated Child Protection Scheme.
In the year 2017 its name was changed to "Child Protection Services Scheme" and in the year 2021-22 it was also changed to Mission Vatsalya.
It aims to ensure a healthy and happy childhood for every child in the country.
National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD)
It is an autonomous organisation and its Headquarter is in New Delhi.
It functions under the aegis of the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
Its objective is to take a comprehensive view of child development and develop and promote programmes in pursuance of the National Policy for Children.
8. India approves world's largest food storage scheme in co-operative sector
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The Union Cabinet on 31st May approved forming and empowering an Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) to create the “world’s largest grain storage plan in the cooperative sector” by converging 8 ongoing schemes of three ministries.
An overview of the news
This ₹1 trillion scheme will be the world's largest grain storage scheme in the cooperative sector.
The scheme will help cooperatives set up decentralized storage facilities across the country, which is likely to reduce the burden on the Food Corporation of India (FCI).
This will reduce wastage of agricultural produce and help farmers to plan their sales better.
Implementation of the scheme
An Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) will be constituted under the chairmanship of the Cooperation Minister.
The Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Minister of Food Processing Industries and concerned Secretaries will be the members of this Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC).
The Ministry of Cooperation will implement a pilot project in at least 10 selected districts of different States/UTs of the country.
8 Schemes identified for convergence
Schemes of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure Scheme (AMI)
Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH)
Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)
Schemes of Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Pradhan Mantri Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME)
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)
Schemes of Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
Allocation of food grains under the National Food Security Act
Procurement operations at Minimum Support Price
9. 'Mo Ghara' housing scheme launched by Odisha
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The Odisha government launched the 'Mo Ghara' (My Home) housing scheme on May 29, 2023.
An Overview of the News
The scheme provides credit-linked financial assistance to economically and socially weaker families and the scheme is fully funded from the state budget.
Applications for the loan will open from June 15, 2023 and the scheme covers families who were earlier excluded from the housing schemes.
Beneficiaries can avail housing loans up to Rs.3 lakh.
The state government waives off registration fee, stamp duty and processing fee for bank loan approval.
The 'Mo Ghara' housing scheme is in addition to the Biju Pakka Ghar Yojana (BPGY) and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin.
About Odisha
Capital - Bhubaneswar
Governor - Ganeshi Lal
Chief Minister - Naveen Patnaik
10. Maharashtra Government launched Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Yojana
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The Maharashtra government has approved a new financial scheme under which Rs 6,000 will be paid annually to over one crore farmers in the state.
An overview of the news
On May 30, the 'Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Yojana' was approved in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in Mumbai.
Chief Minister Shinde said that this amount is in addition to the Rs 6,000 being given to farmers by the Center under PM Kisan Yojana.
The Maharashtra cabinet also approved the implementation of 'Gender Inclusive Tourism Policy' named 'Aai' to empower women in the tourism sector.
The cabinet also approved the starting of women bike-taxi service at some tourist places.
About Maharashtra
It is a state located in the western part of India and covers a significant part of the Deccan Plateau.
Chief Minister - Eknath Shinde
Governor - Ramesh Bais
Official Animal - Indian giant squirrel
Official Bird - Yellow-footed Green Pigeon
Official Dance - Lavani
