The Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) focuses on providing short-term agricultural loans via Kisan Credit Card (KCC) in order to enhance the working capital requirements of farmers.
In October 2018, the Swachhata Hi Seva fortnight saw the launch of the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) Scheme, intending to widen the use of a cleaner and cheaper alternative for automotive fuel, namely, Biogas.
As women bear a disproportionate burden of climate change consequences, women’s groups working with rural and tribal organizations are lobbying for gender mainstreaming of women’s concerns in discourse on climate change.
Microplastic consumption is considered highly hazardous to human health. These tiny particles can carry or absorb toxic chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, and heavy metals, which can leach into the body and disrupt hormonal balance, leading to endocrine disorders and other health problems.
Oilseeds are rainfed, short duration crops with limited water needs. Some are legumes as well, and can enhance soil fertility
India, with the world’s largest population, needs to prioritise food security over a pricey fad that is unsustainable except as a niche activity
The Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) is a crucial component of India's Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). ULPIN is the authoritative source of information regarding any parcel of land or property. This system assigns a 14-digit identification number to each land parcel using its precise longitude and latitude coordinates, derived from detailed surveys and geo-referenced cadastral maps. Based on international standards, it complies with the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) standard and the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) standard.