National Portal Of India News Letter April 2016

April brings the beginning of the new financial year. It is also the month of competitive examinations, results and start of new session for students. This month has religious fervor with celebrations of Ram Navami, Mahavir Jayanti, Baisakhi, Bihu and Gudi Padava. Historically important days like World Health Day and National Maritime Day are observed during this month. This month also marks the birth anniversary of Hazarat Ali and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. We, at the National Portal of India, are dedicated to keep you informed with all the latest developments pertaining to India and its diverse facets by providing a unique gateway to access important information. Our constant endeavour is to make your visit to the National Portal a more satisfying experience. We wish to get your kind support as we have been receiving so far. Do write to us, if you have any suggestions or feedback. What's New We have been adding new content across all the sections of the Portal. Following are some of the recently added content: Who's Who Forms Online Services Acts/Rules Most Viewed on National Portal Website of Assam Postal Circle Information on e-Governance development Website of Rampur Raza Library Information on fairs and festivals of Puducherry World Heritage Sites in India Newly launched/revamped Government websites Following are some of the Government websites that have been launched/revamped recently: Regional Directorate of Apprenticeship Training, Chennai National Voter's Service Portal National Institute of Solar Energy Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Rural Industrialization Website of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh For more information on recently launched websites, kindly visit the GOI Web Directory. Helpline Numbers Kisan Call Centre: 1800-180-1551 Swachh Survekshan: 1800 267 2777 Social Media Like our Facebook Page Follow us on Twitter Spotlight Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) India is the land of farmers where the maximum proportion of rural population depends on agriculture. Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi unveiled the new schemePradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) on 13th January, 2016. This scheme will help in decreasing the burden of premiums on farmers who take loans for their cultivation and will also safeguard them against the inclement weather. It has also been decided to make the settlement process of the insurance claim, fast and easy so that the farmers do not face any trouble regarding the crop insurance plan. Did You Know? Now you can book your appointment in hospitals online through Online Registration System (ORS). Your first visit to hospital, registration and appointment with doctor is made simpler. All you have to do is verify yourself using Aadhaar number, select the hospital and department, select the date of appointment and receive SMS for appointment. Browse through our Services Sectionfor details about this online service and other services designed to bring the Indian Government closer to its citizens. Greetings Celebrations become dearer when we have the wishes of our loved ones. You can share your heartfelt feelings for your family and friends with our e-cards on the occasions of Ram Navami, Mahavir Jayanti and Baisakhi. Mobile Apps Voter Information Search using Internet: A voter can check whether his/her name has been included in the electoral roll of the constituency and can also find out the polling station using this application. The application fetches the information over the mobile internet. Forward this newsletter to your contacts to notify them about the latest activities of the Government. You can also view the Visitor Summary for the National Portal of India. Do write to us about other new features that you would like to see on this portal. We always welcome your views and suggestions. Hope your visit to the National Portal of India is an engaging and useful experience.   This is a monthly newsletter sent to you by the National Portal of India