EPS Accuses DMK of Deceiving Employees on Pension Promise
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami accuses the DMK government of tricking employees with a renamed pension scheme, vows to form the next Tamil Nadu government. Read the full story.
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Kerala's Medisep: Phase I Data Reveals High Claims, Rejections
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.
Chouhan Defends VB-G Ram G, Hits Out at Congress
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan counters Congress's misinformation on the VB-G Ram G scheme, highlighting its superiority over MGNREGA for farmer welfare. Read the full story.
Kerala Employees, Teachers Protest for Old Pension Scheme
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.
TN's TAPS Pension Scheme: 6 Lakh Employees to Benefit
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.
DMK Govt Unveils TAPS Pension Scheme for Employees
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 Govt Announces New Assured Pension Scheme
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.
CM Health Insurance Scheme Registrations From Jan 15
Amritsar residents can register for the Chief Minister's health insurance scheme from January 15. The scheme provides free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh. Learn how to enroll.
TN CM to Announce Old Pension Scheme Decision on Jan 3
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.
DGFT Details Interest Subvention for MSME Exporters
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.
Charity Commissioner's Notice to Gujarat University Sparks Debate
Gujarat University receives a suo motu notice to frame an administrative scheme for its trust, causing uncertainty. Stakeholders must submit responses by Jan 15. Read the full story.
Assam's New Babu Scheme: Financial Aid for Male Students
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches the Babu Scheme, offering Rs 1,000-2,000 monthly aid to low-income male college students from February. Read details on eligibility and the enhanced Orunodoi payout.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Job for ASI's Widow, Expands Lado Lakshmi
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.
Assam's Pre-Election Sops: Cash for Students, Rs 8k for Women
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.
Delhi's Rs 5 Atal Canteens: A New Chapter in Food Security
Delhi's new Atal Canteens offer full meals for just Rs 5, serving over 33,000 plates in two days. Explore India's growing network of subsidised community kitchens tackling urban hunger.
TN Cabinet to decide on new pension scheme on January 6
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.
Haryana Extends Builder OTS Scheme to March 2025
Haryana government extends its One-Time Settlement scheme for defaulting builders until March 31, 2025. The move aims to boost real estate, recover dues, and offer relief. Learn the details and implications.
RTI Activist Slams Karnataka's 'Unethical' Housing Policy
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.
Subhash Bridge restoration cost Rs 110 crore, sparks debate
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Rs 110 crore plan to restore Subhash Bridge is more expensive than building several new flyovers. Get the full details and cost comparison here.
10 MPLADS Projects Inaugurated in Madurai by MP Su Venkatesan
MP Su Venkatesan inaugurated 10 projects under MPLADS in Madurai, highlighting fund inadequacy. More projects worth Rs 97 lakh to be unveiled. Read the full report.
India's ₹2,000-Cr MSME Tech Upgrade Scheme in 2026-27 Budget
India plans a ₹2,000-crore tech upgrade scheme for MSMEs to boost exports and efficiency. The 20% subsidy targets energy-efficient machinery to counter global carbon taxes like EU's CBAM.
CPI Criticises Delays in Govt Housing Scheme in Madurai
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's Atal Canteens Serve Rs 5 Meals in 45 Locations
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.
No More Extension for Majhi Ladki Bahin e-KYC, Deadline Dec 31
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.
The Forgotten History of India's Job Guarantee Schemes
Explore the deep roots of India's job guarantee schemes, from 1780s famine relief to the MGNREGS. Discover the story of Vitthal Sakharam Page and the Maharashtra EGS.
How Tamil Nadu's Naan Mudhalvan is Boosting UPSC Success
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.
CAG Flags NHAI Lapses in Punjab Highway Project
CAG report reveals imprudent NHAI decisions led to delays & ₹41.7 crore cost overrun in Ludhiana-Talwandi NH-5 project. Audit highlights flawed use of financial aid scheme.
MGNREGA Renaming: A Shift to Supply-Driven Scheme?
The renaming of MGNREGA sparks debate: Does it tackle rural distress or shift from a demand-driven to a supply-driven framework? Experts weigh in on the implications.
Delhi's Atal Canteens Serve Nutritious Meals for Rs 5
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.
CAG finds Rs 2,000 cr loss in UP rural power schemes
A CAG audit reveals severe mismanagement in UP's DDUGJY & SAUBHAGYA schemes, causing Rs 2,002 crore losses. Read the full report on planning failures & financial irregularities.
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