Maharashtra govt decentralises land approval powers to speed up projectsMaharashtra's government has boosted the powers of district collectors and divisional commissioners. This move aims to speed up approvals f...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.08 AM IST
Japanese proverb of the day: 'Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with...' - motivational lessons on education, learning beyond books, personal growth and how good teachers and mentors can transform your lifeJapanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying highlights the immense value of skilled teachers. It states that one day with a great mentor...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
Tech played a key role in ensuring welfare schemes reach poor: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi underscored technology's crucial role in delivering welfare to the poor. He stated that his government's core ...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Over 58 crore Jan Dhan accounts bring crores of Indians into formal banking system: Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced over 58 crore Jan Dhan accounts have integrated millions into formal banking. The Pradhan Man...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
4,800 illegal immigrants sent to Bangladesh from Bengal's border districts, says Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that 4,800 illegal immigrants have been sent to Bangladesh. He also detailed efforts to ...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
PM Modi terms welfare of the poor among key achievements of his govt's 12-year tenurePM Narendra Modi highlighted his government's welfare initiatives over the past 12 years. He stated that India has seen significant transfo...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Uzbekistan can provide more incentives to Indian pharma firms, aims to become regional hub for supplyUzbekistan is inviting Indian drug companies to invest more. They are offering better subsidies and technology help. This aims to make Uzbe...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Indian households continue to pay among the lowest cooking gas prices in the world: Petroleum MinistryThe Indian household continues to buy cooking gas much cheaper than the household in any neighbouring country, and far below the price paid...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Punjab to launch ‘Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna’ from July 1, offering monthly financial aid to women, check registration detailsPunjab is launching a new scheme to provide monthly financial aid to women. Eligible women will receive ₹1,000, and those from Scheduled Ca...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
EPFO held on to Rs 10 lakh for 11 years: Patna HC orders it to refund the deposit with 6% interest for ‘unjust enrichment’The Patna High Court has ordered the EPFO to pay 6% annual interest on a Rs 10 lakh deposit, citing unjust enrichment. The court ruled that...
06 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
Financial fixes and high-yield savings: Are you missing the easiest ways to save more and spend less?More than half of savers still earn under 3% interest, while many households lose around $200 yearly on unused subscriptions. These financi...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
West Bengal launches Annapurnar Yojana; Rs 3,000 monthly aid to reach 28 lakh womenWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has launched the Annapurna Yojana. The scheme requires fresh form filling to ensure only eligib...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
What if chronic nerve pain isn’t just something to block, but something to fix at the cellular level? New study reveals potential way to “recharge” nerve cells to relieve long-term painScientists are exploring a new way to treat chronic nerve pain by focusing on mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of cells. Researcher...
30 May, 2026, 05.48 AM IST
Retail central bank digital currency in circulation falls by 24% in FY26The value of retail central bank digital currency in circulation saw a significant drop of 24.08 percent in 2025-26. Despite this, the Rese...
29 May, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
RBI to explore CBDC pilot in cross-border transactionsThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plans to expand its digital rupee pilot to more direct benefit transfer schemes and the domestic retail spa...
29 May, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Annapurna Yojana launched: Who will get Rs 3,000 monthly financial assistance from June 1, 2026West Bengal's Annapurna Yojana, effective June 1, 2026, will provide Rs 3,000 monthly financial aid to eligible women aged 25-60. This sche...
27 May, 2026, 06.10 PM 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