Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveils a new assured pension scheme for state government employees, promising 50% of last drawn salary as pension and regular DA hikes. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu govt announces Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), offering 50% of last drawn pay as pension, ahead of planned protests. A move blending OPS benefits with fiscal caution.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin unveils a new assured pension scheme for state employees, promising 50% pension and regular DA hikes. Read the full details here.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin will announce the state's decision on restoring the Old Pension Scheme on Jan 3, potentially averting a govt employee strike from Jan 6. Details inside.
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa attacks Bhagwant Mann govt for halting social security pensions for lakhs of vulnerable citizens. Read about the allegations of financial mismanagement.
Confused between FDs and small savings schemes like PPF or NSC? Our guide compares interest rates, lock-in periods, and tax benefits to help conservative investors make the right choice for their portfolio.
The DGFT has released operational guidelines for the Interest Equalisation Scheme, offering 2-3% support to MSME and manufacturer exporters. Learn eligibility and how to apply.
PFRDA approves a new framework allowing banks to independently sponsor and manage NPS pension funds, aiming to enhance competition and protect subscribers. New trustees appointed and fee structure revised.
PFRDA permits banks to establish pension funds for NPS, boosting competition. Fee structure revised from 2026. NPS Trust gets new trustees. Explore the impact on your retirement savings.
PFRDA approves banks as direct pension fund sponsors for NPS, aiming to widen access and increase competition. New fee structure and trustees also announced.
A high-level Tamil Nadu committee reviewed recommendations for a unified pension scheme. The final decision will be taken by CM Stalin's cabinet on January 6. The panel also discussed the ongoing teachers' pay disparity protest.
The Indian government keeps interest rates on PPF, NSC, and other small savings schemes unchanged for July-September 2025. Discover what this means for your investments.
The government has held interest rates on PPF, NSC, Sukanya Samriddhi, and other small savings schemes steady for Q4 FY26. Check the latest rates and plan your savings.
The Indian government keeps interest rates on popular small savings schemes like PPF, NSC, and SSY unchanged for Q1 FY25. Discover what this means for your investments.
Bihar government initiates Mukhyamantri Kalakar Pension Yojana, offering Rs 3,000 monthly to senior artists. 85 selected, process ongoing. Scheme aims financial security for state's traditional artists.
Axis Pension Fund CEO calls for a Rs 50,000 tax deduction for NPS under Section 80C to revive the scheme's appeal under the new tax regime. Key demands ahead of the Union Budget.
Punjab & Haryana High Court dismisses petition by Haryana employees challenging the cut-off date for the Old Pension Scheme. The court upholds the state's policy decision. Read for details.
Uttar Pradesh's old age pension scheme expands to 67.5 lakh beneficiaries after adding 9.83 lakh in 2025. Digital drives weed out ineligible names, ensuring support reaches the deserving elderly.
BRS leader Chennamaneni Ramesh, declared a non-citizen by Telangana HC, continues to receive MLA pension. Congress MLA Adi Srinivas demands recovery of all benefits. Read the full controversy.
Experts propose a radical pension model for Viksit Bharat: start contributions at birth with a govt seed fund. This could secure a ₹2.1 lakh monthly pension by 60, tackling India's ageing crisis. Read the full proposal.
2025 saw landmark reforms in India's retirement landscape. Explore key changes to NPS flexibility and stricter EPF withdrawal rules, and learn how they impact your financial future.
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal alleges the central government has failed to transfer welfare pensions, despite the state advancing Rs 25 crore. Over 8.4 lakh beneficiaries affected.
Madras High Court clarifies that a state govt's freedom fighter pension does not create an automatic right to the Central govt's pension. The conditions of the Union scheme must be independently satisfied. Learn more about the key ruling.
A pilot audit in Telangana reveals 10% of social pension beneficiaries are ineligible, including govt employees' families & car owners. State plans massive clean-up. Read details.
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs PSEB to release pension with 9% interest to adopted son after 19-year legal fight, upholding adoption validity. Justice served.
PFRDA's latest NPS reforms reduce lock-in to 15 years, ease annuitization rules, and add gold ETFs. Discover how these changes strengthen retirement planning for Indians.
Punjab and Haryana High Court directs Haryana govt to give pension to mother of deceased teacher, ruling nomination by husband doesn't bar claim. Read the full story.
PFRDA amends rules, giving NPS subscribers more control over fund managers and investment choices. Learn how these changes impact your retirement corpus.
Telangana High Court orders state govt to immediately begin pension process for retired judge Justice G Sridevi. Status report due by Jan 5, 2026. Read the full story.
Maharashtra govt eliminates mandatory no-dues & inquiry certificates for retiring employees, ensuring timely pension processing. A major reform to prevent financial hardship.