PFRDA Expands NPS to Gig Workers for Retirement Security
PFRDA officials highlight NPS benefits for all, including gig workers. Learn about tax benefits, investment options, and how to secure a dignified post-retirement life. Start planning today!
PFRDA officials highlight NPS benefits for all, including gig workers. Learn about tax benefits, investment options, and how to secure a dignified post-retirement life. Start planning today!
Haryana government approves gratuity benefits for employees under the Unified Pension Scheme. This move ensures financial security for thousands of staff members. Read more about the policy details and its impact.
Punjab & Haryana High Court declares prolonged pension delays a fundamental rights violation, ordering immediate action. Read the full judgment and its implications for retirees.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu informed the assembly that 5,356 retired employees are currently receiving the Old Pension Scheme, with the financial burden set to increase. The session also saw BJP walkouts over police action and bill passages
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected election revision work at two colleges, directing officials to complete all tasks by December 11. He also attended a children's poetry competition.
Telangana High Court dismisses state's appeal, orders family pension for widow after 45-year cohabitation deemed a valid marriage. State failed to prove bigamy.
The Supreme Court has intervened to address the extreme work pressure on Booth Level Officers during voter list revision, directing states to reduce hours and consider exemptions. This follows reports of BLO suicides.
PM Modi met Bengal BJP leaders, stressing a neutral, transparent voter list revision. He urged MPs to avoid divisive narratives and focus on organizational outreach. Read more.
Meghalaya's Accountant General office held a Pension Adalat to tackle systemic delays. An online submission system for pension & GPF is under development. Read more.
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi concluded a Japan visit for economic modernisation. Meanwhile, Union Carbide's $5M Bhopal aid was deemed a pittance. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
A 45-year-old teacher serving as a Booth Level Officer in Hathras collapsed and died before duty. His family alleges work stress, marking the 9th fatality in 11 days during the electoral roll revision in Uttar Pradesh. Read the full report.
Maria Felicidade Pires, 102, celebrated her birthday in Azossim only to find her social welfare honorarium stopped. Officials have now acted to restore the Rs 2,000 monthly aid. #Goa #SocialWelfare
Gujarat govt extends Sant Surdas scheme benefits to persons with 60% disability, down from 80%. The change takes effect from the 2025-26 financial year. Discover the full range of state support for divyangjans.
PFRDA chairman S Ramann announces a dedicated NPS fund-of-funds platform to route pension money into AIFs, aiming to provide stable, long-term capital for India's private markets. Discover how this move will reshape domestic capital formation.
The Labour Ministry confirms the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS-95) fund has an actuarial deficit, dashing hopes for a pension increase from Rs 1,000. Read the full details here.
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi led opposition MPs in a protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They raised slogans and held banners accusing the government of 'vote chori'. Read the ful
Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's formation. Learn how DA merger could boost basic pay, impact pensions, and the expected timeline for implementation. Stay updated!
Delhi's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists is anticipated. Booth Level Officers are preparing. Here's what residents need to know to ensure their names are on the list.
EPS-95 retirees urge PM Modi to intervene for higher pensions, accusing EPFO of non-implementation since 2004 despite court orders. Read their plea for justice.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu cites a steep cut in central grants and borrowing limits for delaying MLA funds and revised salaries. The state's finances are under severe strain. Read more.
The Winter Session of Parliament commenced with a heated debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. PM Modi urged lawmakers to focus on substantive issues, while the opposition demanded a discussion. Read the full details.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu directs ministers to lead pension distribution, highlighting India's largest DBT program. Learn about the coalition's welfare push.
Election Commission extends voter list revision deadline to Dec 11 after nationwide protests. Draft list now on Dec 16, final list Feb 14. Relief for BLOs and voters.
Madhya Pradesh government finalizes draft proposal for significant salary and pension increases for MLAs and former legislators. Learn about the proposed changes and their financial impact.
A 46-year-old teacher & BLO dies by suicide in Moradabad, citing severe stress from voter list work. This marks the 7th BLO death during UP's electoral revision, raising alarm over work pressure.
Chhattisgarh Congress demands 3-month extension for voter list revision, citing harvest season, migration & flood damage. EC's 7-day extension deemed inadequate.
The Election Commission of India extends special intensive revision of electoral rolls by one week. New deadline now January 27, 2024. Check your voter registration status today!
Indian ex-servicemen condemn government's OROP implementation, citing pension disparities and calculation errors. Veterans demand immediate correction of anomalies affecting defense personnel.
Congress, Left parties and BJP raise serious concerns about voter list revision during EC meeting. CEO assures no eligible voter will be excluded from final list. Read full details.
BJP establishes national coordination committee led by Tarun Chugh to oversee Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, addressing BLO concerns across India. Stay informed about election preparations.