Kerala's Medisep health scheme for govt staff processed claims worth Rs 1,964 crore but rejected 1.16 lakh. As Phase II begins with a 62% premium hike, beneficiaries worry about unresolved issues. Read the full analysis.
Kerala government employees and teachers will form a human chain on Jan 22 demanding the old pension scheme, salary revision, and pending DA. Read about their key demands and the state's financial crisis.
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.
Ahead of Assam polls, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces Rs 8,000 Bihu gift for Orunodoi women, monthly aid for UG/PG male students, and subsidised rations. Details inside.
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.
RTI activist Bhimappa Gadad condemns Karnataka govt for providing homes to victims from Kerala while ignoring homeless flood victims in Belagavi. He plans to challenge the policy in High Court.
The ICF's Art To Lead conclave in Kolkata highlighted coaching's power for personal and social change. Experts discussed its impact on NGOs, women & the elderly. Discover the future of coaching in India.
CPI and AITUC leaders in Madurai criticise government delays in implementing a Rs 4 lakh housing scheme for construction workers and granting land titles. Details on the party's 100th-anniversary plans.
Delhi government launches Atal Canteen Scheme, opening 45 canteens to provide subsidized, nutritious meals at just Rs 5. The initiative aims to reach underprivileged communities across the capital.
Maharashtra govt rules out further extension for e-KYC under Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme. Over 69 lakh women yet to complete verification. Act before Dec 31 to avoid payment pause.
Ganjam administration launches free virtual coaching for UPSC & OPSC aspirants. 150 students, with 50% girls, to be selected via Jan 25 exam. Apply from Jan 1.
Tamil Nadu's Naan Mudhalvan scheme tackles coaching inequality, offering financial aid and training. Results show a sharp rise in UPSC qualifiers, restoring aspirational confidence across the state.
Delhi government launches Atal Canteen scheme, providing 700-800 calorie meals at Rs 5. 45 canteens opened, 55 more in 15-20 days. Read about the initiative and political reactions.
Prayagraj's youth are driving a startup boom! Over 7,300 applications worth ₹35.7 crore received under the CM's Youth Entrepreneur Scheme. Discover how loans up to ₹5 lakh are fueling local businesses.
Congress alleges the BJP government renamed over 30 Congress-era schemes, costing ₹5,000 crore. They cite MGNREGA's rebranding as the latest example. Read the full list of renamed initiatives.
Kerala's Sthree Suraksha Scheme offers ₹1000 monthly pension to unemployed women. Applications open from Dec 22. Check eligibility, required documents, and how to apply online.
Himachal Pradesh government launches a comprehensive welfare scheme for small traders across all Urban Local Bodies. The scheme offers financial aid and pension benefits. Learn more about eligibility and application.
Kerala's new Women's Safety Scheme offers Rs 1000 monthly aid. Applications open Dec 22 for eligible women aged 35-60. Check eligibility and apply online.
Maharashtra plans a Rajasthan-like law to control exorbitant fees of private coaching centres. Minister Pankaj Bhoyar warns they are undermining formal school education. Details inside.
Maharashtra plans a Rajasthan-style law to control exorbitant fees of private coaching centres as they undermine formal schooling. Minister Bhoyar reveals alarming student absenteeism in schools.
Ex-NHLer Jay Rosehill gives a rare insight into playing for coach Craig Berube. Discover why his straightforward, no-nonsense approach earns league-wide respect. Read more!
Proposed 60:40 funding split for Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission could cost Telangana ₹1,000-1,500 crore yearly. State studies implications as central aid drops. Read more.
Maharashtra government announces Rs 2.5 lakh financial aid for marriages where one partner is disabled. Support also extended for inter-caste marriages. Learn about the new scheme's details and eligibility.
Delhi Development Authority announces a special 25% discount on flats for government employees under the Karmayogi Awas Yojana. Full details on eligibility, application process, and benefits here.
Odisha's Mukhya Mantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana prioritizes widow remarriage with Rs 51,000 financial aid. Learn about eligibility, budget, and its social impact.
Bihar's Jeevika officials issue notices to three male villagers to recover Rs 10,000 wrongly credited under a women-only scheme. Read about the administrative error and recovery efforts.
Hundreds of Dakshina Kannada teachers have spent from their own pockets for two years to buy eggs for midday meals, awaiting government refunds. Read about their struggle.
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death by a classmate in a Pune coaching centre. Police seek trial of the juvenile as an adult. Read the full details.