New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) The Union Finance Ministry has notified the operationalisation of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as an option under the National Pension System (NPS) for Central government employees with effect from April 1, which will ensure them guaranteed retirement benefits. “The Unified Pension Scheme shall be applicable to such Central Government … Read more
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has announced its decision to boycott the Republic Day tea party to be hosted by Governor R.N. Ravi at the Raj Bhavan on January 26. This move comes as a protest against the Governor’s alleged actions, which the ruling government claims are obstructive to its functioning. The … Read more
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Central government employees picked up tips on a citizen-centric approach to governance at an interactive event organised by the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, an official said on Saturday. Focused on fostering a sense of service and accountability, the event named Rashtriya Karmyogi Jan Seva Programme … Read more
Bengaluru, Jan 25 (IANS) The BJP in Karnataka on Saturday came down heavily on the Congress-led government in the state, saying that without the backing of the current establishment, microfinancing scams would not have progressed so far. Speaking to the media at the BJP state office, Jagannath Bhavan, in Bengaluru on Saturday, Leader of the … Read more
Baijnath (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 25 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday launched the Him Pariwar Portal, an initiative to provide a centralised platform for accessing documents, government services, and welfare schemes, at a state-level function to mark statehood day. The portal aims to simplify and enhance transparency in availing government schemes. Through … Read more
Bengaluru, Jan 25 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday held a high-level meeting on the issues faced by the public due to microfinance institutions. Addressing the press conference at Vidhana Soudha after the meeting, Siddaramaiah announced that the government is committed to protecting the interests of borrowers who take loans from microfinance institutions. Strict … Read more
Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has urged the public to avoid spreading false information regarding the Vengaivayal incident, which has remained a contentious issue since December 2022. In a statement, the state government clarified that the crime was committed by three individuals due to personal enmity, contrary to earlier suspicions. The Vengaivayal … Read more
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) India Inc should match the pace and intent of the central government in terms of visualising for the next 50 years, that has frontloaded building robust infrastructure across physical-technical-social space, ensuring traction among various income groups, an SBI report has suggested ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26. Good profitability post … Read more
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) AAP National Convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced plans for repairing old sewer lines and laying new ones on a ‘war footing’ if the party forms the government after the February 5 Assembly elections. In a video message to voters, Kejriwal said he has come … Read more