Forget the metros, India's solar boom has a new addressTier-II and tier-III cities are leading India's rooftop solar adoption significantly. The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar scheme is driving this ...
13 Jul, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
CAG flags Rs 3,541 crore excess spend, budgetary lapses in Maharashtra govt's Ladki Bahin schemeThe CAG flagged over Rs 3,500 crore excess expenditure on the Ladki Bahin scheme. Thousands of crores were parked in deposit accounts, indi...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
Rs 1835 cr transferred into bank accounts of 1.25 cr Ladli Behna scheme beneficiaries in MPMadhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav transferred Rs 1,835 crore to over 1.25 crore beneficiaries. This disbursement was the 38th insta...
12 Jul, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
Kerala govt to launch 'Pink Chitty' to encourage women to save travel cost benefits: CMKerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan on Sunday said his government would launch a 'Pink Chitty' scheme through the Kerala State Financial Ent...
12 Jul, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
Kota hospital deaths: Om Birla hands Rs 5 lakh aid to kin of deceasedLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended financial support by handing over ₹5 lakh checks to the families mourning the loss of five women in Kot...
11 Jul, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
SCSS vs MIS: Which offers higher interest on a Rs 5 lakh investment?Senior Citizens Savings Scheme offers a higher interest rate than the Post Office Monthly Income Scheme. An investment of five lakh rupees ...
10 Jul, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
Polygamy to invite welfare benefits bar, dismissal from govt service: Assam budgetAssam's budget proposes barring polygamous individuals from state welfare schemes. Government employees practicing polygamy will face dismi...
10 Jul, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
DTC says no free bus service for women in Delhi without Pink Saheli CardDelhi Transport Corporation will transition to a smart card system for free women's bus travel. Existing paper pink tickets will be valid f...
10 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
BRICS nations adopt first joint statement at women ministers' meeting: Union Minister Annapurna DeviBRICS nations unanimously adopted a joint statement on cooperation for women's empowerment. The meeting focused on sharing best practices a...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Best tax saving mutual funds or ELSS to invest in July 2026Taxpayers often invest in ELSS funds for Section 80C deductions. These funds offer potential for higher returns over the long term. ELSS sc...
09 Jul, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
Delhi Laxmi Yojana: BJP govt to launch Rs 2,500 monthly assistance scheme for women - Who is eligible, launch date, required documents and application processonDelhi Laxmi Yojana will provide eligible women Rs 2,500 monthly. The scheme is expected to launch on August 28, Raksha Bandhan day. Prepara...
08 Jul, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Direct cash transfers to women boost savings, spending: EAC-PMDirect cash transfers to women boost household savings and spending effectively. Schemes in Maharashtra and Odisha showed significant impro...
07 Jul, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Cash transfer schemes for women should be reviewed in light of inflation: PM advisory panelUnconditional cash transfer schemes for women need periodic review for adequacy. Maharashtra and Odisha programs show significant improveme...
06 Jul, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
BRICS Women's Working Group meeting begins in Kochi; focus on women-led developmentIndia is hosting a crucial BRICS Women's Working Group Meeting in Kochi, focusing on women's empowerment and development. Senior officials ...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Want Rs 50,000 every quarter from SCSS? Check how much you need to investSenior citizens can now secure a steady income with the Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS), which offers an attractive 8.2% interest ra...
06 Jul, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Annapurna Yojana Status Check online: How to check your name on the beneficiary list for Rs 3,000 monthly DBT in Bengal and what to do if your name is missing? Here are the detailsAnnapurna Yojana Portal Status: The West Bengal government has started transferring ₹3,000 monthly to nearly 1.1 crore women as part of the...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Kerala government to map routes with parallel KSRTC, private bus services: MinisterKerala's transport minister announced a plan to identify routes where KSRTC and private buses operate concurrently, following concerns from...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.41 PM IST