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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
BJP's Ashwani Sharma accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of failing to provide 100 days of MGNREGA work. He questions missing social audits in 6095 panchayats and inaction on 10,653 corruption cases. Read the full expose.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Mainpuri district records highest 5,205 households completing 100 days of work under revamped Viksit Bharat Rozgar scheme. Data reveals administrative push key for rural job scheme success. Explore the full district-wise analysis.
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.
DK Shivakumar's Delhi visit failed to meet Rahul Gandhi, dousing CM change speculation. He focused on state issues, criticized MNREGA changes, and pushed for Metro Phase III approval. Read the full story.
Senior Congress leader BK Hariprasad accuses the Modi government of undermining the rural job guarantee scheme by renaming it and altering its funding model. The party plans nationwide protests.
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.
Congress leaders Sachin Pilot and DK Shivakumar slam Centre's MNREGA funding cut from 90:10 to 60:40, calling it 'death of the scheme'. Party announces Delhi meet on Dec 27 and Jaipur march on Dec 26 over Aravalli deforestation.
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.
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
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.