Kerala Retirees Protest from Jan 16, Seek NPS Scrapping
Retired Kerala govt employees under NPS will hold a relay protest from Jan 16, demanding a decent minimum pension and a return to the old statutory scheme, inspired by Tamil Nadu's move.
Retired Kerala govt employees under NPS will hold a relay protest from Jan 16, demanding a decent minimum pension and a return to the old statutory scheme, inspired by Tamil Nadu's move.
TVK chief coordinator K A Sengottaiyan criticizes DMK's Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme as an election gimmick. He discusses Vijay's political future, alliance dynamics, and the public's desire for a new face in Tamil Nadu politics. Read more.
Former FM P Chidambaram states Tamil Nadu's new pension scheme TAPS is feasible with strict financial management. He urges focus on boosting state's own tax revenue. Read more.
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FUTAB opposes pension denial to 2,650+ Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University retirees. Govt grants withheld; officials cite information gap. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces Rs 3000 Pongal cash gift for ration card holders and a major pension scheme reform for government employees, marking key welfare moves in an election year.
PFRDA's new NPS model reduces mandatory annuities, allows 100% equity. Dhirendra Kumar argues this flexibility beats rigid, one-size-fits-all pension rules. Read why this is a win for Indian retirees.
Tamil Nadu government announces TAPS, fulfilling a 23-year demand of employees. DMK allies celebrate while BJP, PMK criticize it as an election tactic. Details inside.
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 CM M K Stalin announces Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), a New Year gift for over 6 lakh govt employees. Scheme offers 50% of last salary as pension. Read details.
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.
TTGDA urges Telangana govt to clear long-standing dues for teaching doctors, including UGC PRC arrears from 2016 and DA arrears. Pending CPS credits add to financial strain.
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.
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.
More than 3.5 lakh vulnerable beneficiaries in Punjab face hardship as social security pensions are delayed. Opposition slams AAP government for financial mismanagement. Details inside.
Tamil Nadu government allocates ₹183 crore for Pongal bonus and festival assistance, benefiting 9.9 lakh employees and pensioners. Unions call it an 'eyewash' and threaten strike over OPS demands.
Haryana cabinet approves Old Pension Scheme for 347 transport officials, provides compassionate job to ASI's widow, and amends land deed law. Key decisions from Chandigarh meeting.
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.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces a govt job for ASI Sandeep Lathar's widow and expands the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Scheme. Cabinet also approves OPS for drivers and cracks down on illegal property registrations.
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.
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.
UP Minister Narendra Kashyap reviews welfare schemes, directs officials to strengthen universities for disabled and ensure last-mile delivery. Key beneficiary figures for 2025-26 revealed.
A Tamil Nadu committee proposes blending old and new pension benefits. The plan aims to meet employee demands while ensuring the state's long-term financial sustainability. Read the full report details.
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.