Child marriage curb: Maharashtra considering a rule mandating birth dates on wedding cardsMaharashtra is exploring printing birth dates on wedding invitations to combat child marriages, aiming to reduce incidents to under 10% in ...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
How Life Cycle Funds aim to simplify long-term wealth creationIndian mutual fund houses are launching Life Cycle Funds, a new goal-based investment product. These funds automatically adjust asset alloc...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.08 AM IST
India's 7.7 pc GDP growth in FY26 shows foundation of economy is strong, says PM ModiIndia's economy shows a strong foundation with 7.7 percent GDP growth for fiscal 2025-26. Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated India is the ...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
West Bengal CM Suvendu to launch Annapurna Yojana on June 3West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will launch the Annapurna Yojana on Wednesday. Women beneficiaries will receive Rs 3,000 monthl...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Europe is facing up to a painful vulnerability to drone warfareA Russian drone crash in Romania highlights Europe's struggle with modern aerial warfare. Drone incidents are now a near-daily occurrence a...
30 May, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
90.6% hospital births, 96% plus vaccinations: NFHS-6 reflects India's "accelerated progress" in family health parametersIndia's National Family Health Survey-6 shows significant improvements in maternal and child health. Vaccinations and antenatal care have i...
29 May, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Govt removes SIFTI restrictions, IIFCL gets greater financing flexibilityThe government has lifted SIFTI restrictions on India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd. This change grants IIFCL more flexibility in fina...
29 May, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
West Bengal Annapurna Yojana direct link: Here's how to download, apply and fill the form, eligibility and what to do if enrollment fails onlineWest Bengal is launching the Annapurna Yojana. Women in the state will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. Forms will be issued from May 27, 2026. Be...
28 May, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC govt's direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir...
27 May, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
Health services, medical education expansion to be driven by modern tech: Yogi AdityanathUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed health and medical education. He stressed improving treatment quality and expanding s...
26 May, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
What happens when investors stop SIPs during crises–real investors, real panic, and the real cost of walking awayFrom a cancer diagnosis in Kolkata to a layoff in Bengaluru to Covid panic in Agra—real investors, real crises, and the real cost of walkin...
25 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Bengal govt launches verification drive for Annapurna Yojana beneficiaries ahead of rolloutWest Bengal is preparing for the Annapurna Yojana, a new financial assistance scheme for women. A thorough verification of beneficiaries is...
22 May, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
West Bengal Annapurna Bhandar Yojana notified: Check eligibility, direct link to portal, DBT rules, how to apply and Lakshmir Bhandar differencesWest Bengal's Annapurna Yojna will soon replace Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme. Eligible women will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. This financial aid a...
20 May, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
West Bengal Cabinet approves 7th Pay Commission, Rs 3000 for women & other welfare schemesThe West Bengal cabinet has approved the 7th Pay Commission for state government employees. A new scheme, Annapurna Bhandar, will provide R...
18 May, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
Chhattisgarh proposes to use security camps as 'Seva Kendras'Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai, has launched an innovative program aimed at revitalizing inactive police and paramilitary ca...
16 May, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul vows 24x7 women mobility, priority action on complaintsWest Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul pledged women's freedom to move anytime, with priority given to their police complaints. She announced ...
14 May, 2026, 09.07 AM IST
Adhikari's Bengal government launches with Ayushman Bharat, BSF fencing, and Abhaya fact-find panelThe new West Bengal government is set to allocate land for border fencing within 45 days. The Ayushman Bharat health scheme will be launche...
12 May, 2026, 12.10 AM IST