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West Bengal govt announces Rs 500 hike for 'Lakshmir Bhandar' beneficaries
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Ahead of the assembly elections, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday announced a Rs 500 monthly increase in the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme and proposed a new portal to extend social security benefits to gig workers.
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Uttarakhand CM emphasises delivery of social security schemes
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, has directed the Social Welfare Department to further strengthen the eligibility assessment, verification, and payment processes under all social security schemes. He emphasised ensuring that there is no negligence at any level so that the b
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India champions inclusive growth at UN session: MoS Savitri Thakur highlig
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
India reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive, rights-based social development at the UN's 64th CSocD, highlighting education, women empowerment, financial inclusion, social security, and digital governance, while calling for stronger global cooperation to advance sustainable social developme
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Budget 2026 should announce tax relief on bank deposits, insurance and pen
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
The central government in the upcoming budget 2026 should announce reforms across taxation, insurance and pension sectors to boost household financial savings, reduce compliance challenges and improve social security coverage in the country, highlighted a report by State Bank of India (SB
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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya interacts with PM-SYM beneficiaries on 77
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Over 100 beneficiaries and their family members from across the country were invited as special guests in recognition of their contributions to the unorganised sector and their association with the flagship social security scheme.
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TN Assembly to urge Centre to retain Mahatma Gandhi name for rural employm
Updated : 2 months ago IST
According to the resolution, the "Right to Work" of rural people must be upheld, and funds should be allocated on a continuous basis according to actual employment demand and state-wise performance of the scheme. It also emphasises the protection of livelihoods and social security for wom
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Delhi's Labour Code rules should be aligned with Central rules to ensure m
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Delhi's Labour Minister, Kapil Mishra, on Friday directed that the process of bringing unorganised workers, gig and platform workers, and construction workers under the ambit of social security be expedited, and that the rules be aligned with those of the Central Government.
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"Satyamev Jayate. Together, we have won": AAP MP Raghav Chadha on "no more
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
This move comes after Chadha's advocacy for better working conditions and social security benefits for delivery workers. Taking it to a social media post on X, the AAP MP said, "Satyamev Jayate. Together, we have won."
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Himachal Pradesh govt strengthens social security support; over 8.42 lakh
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
One of the major reforms introduced by the government has been the removal of the income ceiling and the requirement of Gram Sabha approval for widowed, deserted and single women, as well as for persons with 40 to 69 per cent disability seeking social security pensions. The move has signi
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23 days of 'Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar, Jan-Jan Ke Dwar': Over 300 camps held acro
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The main objective of the initiative is to bring governance directly to the doorstep of the people and ensure swift, transparent, and effective redressal of public grievances. Through these camps, a direct dialogue has been established between the administration and citizens, leading to t
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India, Chile in final stages of social security pact; CEPA talks at advanc
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
India and Chile are in the final stages of negotiating a social security agreement aimed at facilitating investments and the movement of professionals between the two countries, Chilean Ambassador Juan Angulo said on Friday.
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From India to Europe: Trivial Chapter Enables a Healthy, Safe & Prosperous
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], January 7: Europe is fast emerging as a preferred destination for Indian families seeking a healthy, safe and pollution-free lifestyle. Clean air, low crime rates, excellent education, advanced healthcare and strong social security systems are encouraging families to choos
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