Daily filter — 29 June 2026
12 exam-worthy stories from the day's PIB releases · interactive view
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
New Online Module for Notary Public Appointments Launched
The Ministry of Law and Justice launched an online 'Fresh Application Module' for aspiring Notary Public applicants.
- The module was launched by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal.
- It facilitates online applications for Notary Public appointments.
- The system operates under the Notaries Act, 1952 and Notaries Rules, 1956.
- Developed by the Department of Legal Affairs with NIC.
💡 Remember: Notary appointments go digital via a Law Ministry portal under the Notaries Act.
Source: Ministry of Law and Justice · PIB PRID 2279135
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
Government Introduces Improvement Notice for Legal Metrology Act
The **Department of Consumer Affairs** has introduced a new mechanism to allow businesses to correct first-time non-compliances before penal action.
- The Improvement Notice mechanism is under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009.
- It was introduced via the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026.
- Businesses get time to rectify specified first-time procedural or regulatory non-compliances.
- This reform promotes Ease of Doing Business and trust-based governance.
- It applies to manufacturers, importers, packers, dealers, repairers, and traders.
💡 For the exam: The Improvement Notice mechanism under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, introduced by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, allows first-time non-compliance correction to boost Ease of Doing Business.
Source: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution · PIB PRID 2278745
💰 Economy · UPSC track
Cabinet boosts National Investment and Infrastructure Fund by ₹30,000 Cr
The Union Cabinet has approved an additional ₹30,000 crore investment commitment to **NIIF** to accelerate infrastructure and attract institutional capital.
- Government's total commitment to NIIF now stands at ₹60,000 crore.
- NIIF is India’s Sovereign Anchored Fund, with GOI as a 49% shareholder.
- New allocation will establish NIIF's second infrastructure-focused fund.
- It will target investments in transportation, energy, and digital infrastructure.
💡 For the exam: Remember the NIIF total commitment of ₹60,000 crore and its role in infrastructure funding.
Source: Ministry of Finance · PIB PRID 2279107
🤰 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
**SUMAN Roadmap 2030** Launched for Maternal, Newborn Health
Union Health Minister **Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda** launched **SUMAN Roadmap 2030** to strengthen maternal and newborn healthcare by **2030**.
- The roadmap aims to achieve SDG targets for maternal and newborn health by 2030.
- It adopts a life-cycle approach within the RMNCHA+N framework.
- Focuses on identifying and managing high-risk pregnancies through four stages.
- Introduces interventions across 130 districts in 13 high-focus states.
- Envisions reducing MMR to below 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030.
💡 Remember SUMAN 2030 for comprehensive maternal and newborn health targeting SDGs and MMR reduction.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2279077
👶 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
**Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SSBSK)**: Integrated Child Healthcare
The **SSBSK** is a new national program providing continuous home and community-based care for children from birth to **36 months**.
- Launched by Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda on June 29, 2026.
- Integrates existing HBNC and HBYC programs for 'पहले तीन साल सम्पूर्ण देखभाल' (Comprehensive Care During the First Three Years).
- Introduces risk-stratified approach with intensified home visits for 'At-risk' newborns and children.
- Includes post-partum maternal mental health screening and promotes Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development.
- Utilizes digital technologies for tracking, referrals, and integration with national health platforms.
- Addresses challenges like excessive screen exposure by promoting age-appropriate play and physical activity.
💡 SSBSK on June 29, 2026, unifies care from birth to 36 months, using a risk-stratified digital approach for comprehensive early childhood development.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2279075
🚑 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
National Ambulance Services Guidelines, 2026 unveiled for standardised emergency care
Union Health Minister **Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda** unveiled the first comprehensive national framework for ambulance services.
- The Operational Guidelines on National Ambulance Services (NAS), 2026 was released on 29 JUN 2026.
- All ambulances must conform to AIS-125 standards for uniformity and safety.
- Guidelines promote Integrated Command and Dispatch Centres (ICDCs) and integration with '112'.
- They recommend GIS-based mapping and evidence-based deployment of ambulances.
💡 Remember NAS 2026 sets national AIS-125 standards, integrating ICDCs and '112' for emergency ambulances.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2279073
🩸 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
**Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan** Guidelines Released; Expands Scope
The **Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan Operational Guidelines** were released by the Union Health Minister Shri J.P. Nadda during the 16th **CCHFW** meeting.
- The program transitions from Anemia Mukt Bharat to Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
- It expands to a 7x7x7 framework, including Low Birth Weight (LBW) babies (0–6 months) as a new beneficiary group.
- The T4 Strategy (Test, Treat, Talk, Track) replaces the T3 approach for anemia management.
- A unified Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan Portal is established for digital tracking and analysis.
- Intravenous Iron Therapy is included for severe and non-responders among pregnant and lactating women.
💡 AMB becomes AMB Abhiyaan with 7x7x7 framework, T4 strategy, and digital portal.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2279050
📱 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
Aarogya Setu 2.0, Ayushman App Launched: Expanding Digital Health
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched **Aarogya Setu 2.0** and other digital initiatives to strengthen India's digital public health infrastructure.
- Over 90 crore ABHA accounts and 100 crore health records linked.
- New initiatives include Ayushman App, NHCX, and Unified Health Interface (UHI).
- Developed under NHA and NRCeS, promoting interoperable digital health solutions.
- Aarogya Setu 2.0 offers health services for all age groups.
- Launched on 29 JUN 2026, for a more integrated healthcare system.
💡 Remember Aarogya Setu 2.0, Ayushman App, and NHCX as key digital health initiatives under NHA launched on 29 JUN 2026.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2279006
⚕️ Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
eSushrut@Clinic: Affordable Digital Solution for Small Healthcare Facilities
Union Health Minister launched **eSushrut@Clinic**, a light **ABDM**-enabled Hospital Management Information System (**HMIS**) for small outpatient clinics.
- Developed by C-DAC, eSushrut@Clinic is a simple, affordable, cloud-based HMIS.
- It targets small clinics, PHCs, HWCs, and subcenters to boost healthcare digitization.
- The NHA is signing an MoU with C-DAC for maintenance, offering financial support.
- Cost is ₹499/month (5 users), discounted to ₹299/month under NHA's MoU.
- Over 800 health facilities are already onboarded, generating 680+ health records.
💡 For the exam: Remember eSushrut@Clinic is an ABDM-enabled HMIS by C-DAC for small clinics, supported by NHA.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2278996
📱 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
Ayushman Sarathi WhatsApp Chatbot Launched for PM-JAY Services
Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda launched **Ayushman Sarathi**, a WhatsApp chatbot, on June 29, 2026, to provide easy access to PM-JAY services.
- Ayushman Sarathi was launched by Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda.
- Developed by the National Health Authority (NHA), it offers 24x7 access to AB PM-JAY services.
- Beneficiaries can access it by sending 'Hi' to +91 72908 23838.
- Services include eligibility checks, card downloads, and grievance registration.
💡 Remember: Ayushman Sarathi is a PM-JAY WhatsApp chatbot for 24x7 beneficiary services, launched by Nadda.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2278994
💊 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
New Drug Registry launched under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the **Drug Registry** to standardize medicine information nationwide.
- The Drug Registry is a unified digital platform for drug information.
- It was conceptualized under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
- Developed with CDSCO and NRCeS, Pune, it leverages SNOMED CT.
- It includes 123,000+ branded drugs, 10,000+ generic drugs, and 29,000+ substances.
- It integrates with HMIS, e-prescription platforms, and ABDM solutions.
💡 The Drug Registry, under ABDM, standardizes drug data, developed with CDSCO, using SNOMED CT.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2278991
📱 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
Aarogya Setu 2.0: Revamped National Health App Launched
The **Aarogya Setu** app has been revamped into **Aarogya Setu 2.0** to function as a Personal Health Record and digital gateway for health services.
- Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched Aarogya Setu 2.0 on June 29, 2026.
- It will serve as a Personal Health Record (PHR) and a citizen-centric digital gateway.
- The app promotes awareness and adoption of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) services.
- Features include ABHA creation, AI-powered record digitization, and PM-JAY Wallet overview.
- It was initially developed during COVID-19 for contact tracing, with 20 crore downloads.
- The app now includes My Consent for data privacy, ensuring user control over sharing health information.
💡 For the exam: Aarogya Setu 2.0 is a PHR and ABDM platform launched on June 29, 2026, for citizen digital health access.
Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · PIB PRID 2278988