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The Government of Odisha has unveiled a ₹100 crore renovation and development plan for the historic Baladevjew Temple located in Kendrapara district. The initiative aims to preserve, restore, and enhance the centuries-old shrine, which holds […]

The long-pending demand for a significant hike in the Employees’ Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95) minimum pension has gained renewed momentum. The proposal—aimed at increasing the minimum monthly pension from the existing ₹1,000 to around ₹2,500–₹3,000

A new report by Ernst & Young (EY) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) reveals a major leap in Indian enterprises AI adoption. According to the study, 47% of Indian organisations now have multiple

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme continues to serve as one of India’s most impactful direct income-support programmes for farmers. Since its launch in 2019, the scheme has provided ₹6,000 per year to

In a landmark development for Assam’s higher-education landscape, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman laid the foundation stone for the state’s first dedicated technical and vocational education university — Swahid Kanaklata Barua State University. The ceremony

India’s ed-tech landscape has witnessed another significant turning point as the Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG) has reportedly entered the bidding process for the bankrupt parent entity of BYJU’S. Once celebrated as India’s most

On Children’s Day 2025, national conversations around climate change and sustainability took centre stage, with experts and educators highlighting the urgent need for India to fund large-scale climate education for its nearly 25 crore (250

The announcement of the 8th Pay Commission has brought hope for millions of Central Government employees. However, the newly drafted Terms of Reference (ToR) have triggered serious concerns among pensioners. A widely discussed report indicates

In a major policy move aimed at strengthening India’s position in the global marketplace, the Union Cabinet has approved the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) with a substantial outlay of ₹25,060 crore. The mission is designed

In a significant development for India’s financial and insurance sectors, Mahindra and Manulife — Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) and Manulife Financial Corporation — have announced their decision to form a 50:50 joint venture (JV)

The Government of Madhya Pradesh has announced a major enhancement to the Ladli Behna Yojana, a flagship welfare scheme aimed at empowering women through direct financial assistance. Under the revised provision, the monthly support—earlier ₹1,250

India’s fiscal landscape received a notable boost as net direct tax collections crossed ₹12.9 trillion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of nearly 7%. The rise indicates continued economic momentum, improved tax compliance, and stronger corporate profitability.

In a significant move addressing employee rights in public service, the Central Government has issued comprehensive clarifications regarding pension and gratuity entitlements for government employees who are compulsorily retired. This guidance is aimed at resolving

A significant public debate has emerged in Assam after Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that “education alone doesn’t ensure prevention of extremism”. His remarks came while discussing issues of radicalisation and internal security, arguing

The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is one of the most trusted retirement-savings schemes for salaried employees in India. Both employer and employee contribute monthly to this fund, and the balance grows with interest over time.

The Bhamashah Yojana 2025 is an initiative of the State Government of Rajasthan, through its School Education Department based in Jaipur, to engage private donors in improving the infrastructure of government schools. The scheme formally

India runs hundreds of government welfare schemes across health, education, housing, finance, and social security. Yet, many citizens remain unaware of what benefits they are eligible for. In 2025, with most services going digital, government

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has issued a circular on 7 November 2025, which refines key provisions recently introduced under the Corporate Model of the National Pension System (NPS). These revisions, which

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced new rules to simplify the process of transferring an employee’s Provident Fund (EPF) balance when they change jobs. The move aims to remove employer dependency, prevent service

The Delhi Government has announced a major academic reform — the introduction of a dedicated “Learning Period” in all government schools to enhance foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) among young learners. This initiative aligns with

In a landmark move to regularise private education in the capital, the Delhi Government has announced that unaided private schools operating in non-conforming areas will be granted official recognition. This step aims to ensure that

The Atal Canteen Scheme is a landmark social-welfare initiative launched by the Delhi Government to ensure affordable, hygienic, and nutritious meals for the city’s underprivileged population. Named after former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the

National Stock Exchange (NSE) Managing Director/NSE Chief and CEO Ashish Chauhan has predicted that India will emerge as the biggest winner in the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) race. In a detailed social-media post, he explained

MCD School Websites are being launched by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for all its 1,512 schools to improve transparency, parent–teacher communication, and digital access. Each school will soon have its own online platform

The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) is introducing the PSEB Dual Certificate system under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF). This major reform aims to combine regular academic learning with vocational skill training so that

The Assam Skill Development Mission (ASDM) is a major initiative of the Government of Assam to equip youth with market-ready skills. It focuses on technical and vocational training across diverse industries to enhance employability, promote

The Chief Minister Jibon Prerana Scheme (CMJPS), launched on November 3, 2025, is Assam’s flagship financial assistance programme for educated, unemployed graduates. It aims to support fresh graduates during their transition from college to career,

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced major reforms to simplify how employees manage their provident fund accounts when they change jobs. These new rules aim to ensure that savings grow seamlessly and remain

A recent analysis of Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) data has revealed a serious concern — nearly half of India’s EPF subscribers retire with only about ₹20,000 in their provident fund accounts. While the upcoming

India has emerged as the top country in the world using Google Gemini AI tutoring and guided learning tool. Over 2 million Indian students have accessed the free student offer under Google’s education initiative, making

India’s technology ecosystem is growing faster than ever, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), digital public infrastructure (DPI), and rapid start-up innovation. Amid this fast-paced growth, the Government of India’s IT Secretary recently emphasized that regulation

The Hindu, one of India’s leading national newspapers, hosted the India Education Expo 2025 across major cities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to connect Indian and NRI students with premier universities, colleges, and educational

The Assam Orunodoi Scheme is the state’s largest and most significant social welfare program, launched by the Government of Assam under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. Introduced in December 2020 and

India’s expanding social security network—through schemes such as EPFO, ESIC, and NPS—is being increasingly powered by young workers entering the formal economy. Recent data reveals that youth participation is driving most of the new enrolments,

The Government of Assam has launched the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni — a flagship initiative under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma to empower girl students through education. The scheme aims

The Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA) is a flagship initiative of the Government of Assam to promote women’s entrepreneurship and economic independence. It focuses on supporting members of women’s Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to start

The Government of India is preparing new “AI-Label” rules under the Information Technology framework to regulate AI-generated and synthetic content. These rules aim to ensure transparency, curb misinformation, and protect users from deepfakes and manipulated

The Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), India’s flagship health insurance programme, has received its highest budget allocation since 2020, amounting to ₹9,406 crore for FY 2025-26. This reflects the government’s continued

The Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) is the current flagship employment-generation initiative by the Government of Assam. It modernizes the goal of older schemes like the original Kalpataru Scheme by providing substantially higher financial

Rajasthan’s Education and Panchayati Raj Minister, Madan Dilawar, has announced that 312 government schools across the state will be merged starting from the next academic session. This decision is part of the state’s strategy to

The Tamil Nadu government has constituted two 16-member expert committees to overhaul the school curriculum for Classes I–XII. The initiative is part of the State Education Policy (SEP) 2025, and the new curriculum is scheduled

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) is a flagship savings scheme under Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao, aimed at ensuring a bright financial future for the girl child. It offers one of the highest interest rates among

Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati has urged officials to ensure that both Central and State welfare schemes are implemented effectively, reaching the grassroots level. He emphasised the need for greater awareness, better coordination among departments,