India’s youth are set to benefit from the newly launched National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) 2.0, announced in 2025, aimed at skilling 1 crore young individuals over five years. Offering hands-on training, financial incentives for employers, and industry-aligned skills, the scheme bridges the education-employment gap. With a focus on diverse sectors, it empowers youth for … Read more
Punjab’s government has launched the Farmers’ Delight Crop Diversification Scheme, offering incentives to shift from water-intensive paddy to crops like maize and cotton. With Rs 115 crore allocated, the scheme aims to enhance farmers’ income, conserve water, and promote sustainable agriculture. A new chilli processing plant in Abohar will further support diversification efforts. Punjab’s Bold … Read more
Punjab’s Green Revolution 2.0 promotes sustainable agriculture through organic farming incentives. The state targets 5 lakh acres for Direct Sowing of Rice (DSR) with Rs 1,500/acre aid, alongside the Green Tractors Scheme distributing 20,000 subsidized tractors. These initiatives aim to reduce chemical use, conserve groundwater, and enhance farmer profitability, aligning with Punjab’s vision for eco-friendly, … Read more
Punjab’s Aam Aadmi Party government has launched a ₹1000 monthly financial aid scheme for women above 18, aiming to foster economic independence. Announced by CM Bhagwant Mann, the initiative targets all eligible women without income-based exclusions. The scheme, a key poll promise, is set to roll out soon, with data preparation underway to ensure smooth … Read more
“In a significant step towards empowering women, India has launched a nationwide self-defense training scheme in 2025, targeting schoolgirls and women in urban and rural areas. The initiative, backed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, aims to equip women with practical skills to combat threats, fostering confidence and safety. Programs in Delhi, Tripura, … Read more
The Punjab government has launched Phase II of its Solar Pump Scheme, aiming to solarize 8,000 agricultural tube wells to promote sustainable farming. Led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the initiative offers free solar systems to farmers, reducing electricity costs and carbon emissions. The program builds on Phase I’s success, enhancing irrigation efficiency and supporting … Read more
Punjab’s government has launched the Smart Classroom Project, equipping over 2,261 schools with advanced digital tools, Wi-Fi, and smart boards to enhance learning. With a ₹17,000 crore education budget, the initiative includes 10,000 new classrooms, 20,000 teacher recruitments, and 118 Schools of Eminence, aiming to bridge the digital divide and modernize education across the state. … Read more
“Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the transformative ‘Apni Chhat Apna Ghar’ housing scheme, offering interest-free loans of Rs 1.5 million to low-income families for home construction. Targeting 100,000 homes, the initiative provides affordable housing with a three-month grace period and Rs 14,000 monthly instalments over seven years, empowering Punjab’s underprivileged.” Maryam Nawaz … Read more