Why Embracing a Fireworks-Free Diwali Remains a Challenge
It's not so much being rooted in the past as the desperation to reaffirm tradition — even as contemporary life erodes its foundations — that makes Diwali crackers vital for many
Category Public Policies, Programs and Schemes
Mapping Department of Science and Technology: Schemes and Programmes
The Department of Science & Technology (DST) was established in May 1971, with the objective of promoting new areas of Science & Technology and to play the role of a nodal department for organizing, coordinating and promoting S&T activities in the country.
SERB-power (Promoting Opportunities for Women in Exploratory Research) Program 2020
Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) is a statutory body under the department of science and technology, Government of India, established by an act of the Parliament of India in 2009 (SERB act, 2008).
A Look at India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Schemes & Programs
The Ministry of External Affairs of India oversees India's foreign policy.
DRDO Scholarship Scheme (2020) for girls: An impetus for Women in STEM
Low representation of women in STEM is a global issue with women constituting less than 30% of the world's STEM researchers
Lasting Measures Needed to Tame Food Inflation
From the supply side, farmers need remunerative prices through better post-harvest management and marketing support
Social and Performance Audit Authority (SPAA) 2021, Rajasthan
As a part of the ‘Grading for School’ initiative the Social and Performance Audit Authority (SPAA) was introduced in the 2021-22 budget and set up in August 2022 after the clearance received by the Rajasthan cabinet for the proposal. Social and Performance Audit Authority involves social audits and performance audits.