Along with changes in the internet and world wide web technologies, services offered by mobile devices in different domains are also changing. The development of applications is moving towards mobile first strategy, which promotes Responsive Web Design, Progressive Advancement (develop first for low-end browsers first) and Graceful Degradation (cut down some of the non-essential functionalities). Smart phones are becoming smarter with the advent of technologies like context aware computing and wearable technology. Over the last decade, mobile technologies have established their prominent presence for serving government and citizens through m-Governance. NIC repository of mobile applications is continuously growing with more than 230 mobile apps uploaded on play store (Google and iOS) till date.
This issue of Appscape covers some of the more popular mobile apps, launched recently. These mobile apps belong to different sectors such as Administration, Social Development, Finance, Public Distribution, Health and Education. PARIVESH mobile app helps users track and view the current status of their proposals. AASRA App is for Slum Rehabilitation Authority Mumbai. Rubber Kisan is a generic mobile app to get rubber related information. PSCADB Mobile App allows access to financial information and statements in a secured manner. Ente Rationcard provides ration card details for Civil Supplies department, Government of Kerala. CGHS Service Feedback is for submitting feedback on defined CGHS Services, and NSP Mobile App is developed for students’ scholarships.