The Union Labour Ministry is developing a system that will allow eight crore Employee Provident Fund (EPF) members to directly withdraw their money using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The project, expected to roll out by April 2026, aims to provide quicker access to funds, streamline the withdrawal process, and…
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MoRTH 2025: Smarter, Cheaper Highway Travel
India’s national highways have expanded rapidly over the last decade, bringing faster connectivity and economic growth. However, this expansion also led to a familiar frustration for commuters long queues at toll plazas and unpredictable travel costs. In 2025, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), working closely with the…
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PM Modi Launches Metro Phase 2, Gujarat Gets Boost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad Metro, marking a significant milestone in Gujarat’s urban transport infrastructure. The Prime Minister flagged off metro services from the Mahatma Mandir Metro Station in Gandhinagar, strengthening seamless connectivity between Ahmedabad and the state capital region. The inauguration of…
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Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025 Released
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India, has released the Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025 for public consultation. This new legislation is set to replace the existing Insecticides Act, 1968 and Insecticides Rules, 1971, bringing the legal framework in line with modern requirements. The draft bill…
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SAMPANN: Digital Pension Reform for Telecom Retirees
SAMPANN (System for Accounting and Management of Pension) has emerged as a major digital reform in pension administration for retired employees of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Designed as an integrated online platform, SAMPANN enables seamless processing, sanctioning, and direct disbursement of pensions into beneficiaries’ bank accounts. Single Digital Platform…
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58th Pre-Retirement Counselling Workshop in Pune
In a significant step towards strengthening pension-related awareness and ensuring a smooth transition for retiring government employees, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, will inaugurate the 58th Pre-Retirement Counselling (PRC) Workshop on December 29, 2025, in Pune, Maharashtra. Focus on Ease of…
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PM Modi Reaffirms Push for Ease of Living, Faster Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for citizens across the country, stating that the reform journey undertaken over the past decade will gain even greater momentum in the coming years. The Prime Minister’s remarks underscore the Centre’s focus on…
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PM Modi Reaffirms Strong Push for Ease of Living Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reaffirmed his government’s firm commitment to enhancing the ‘Ease of Living’ for citizens, stating that the reform momentum built over the years will be carried forward with even greater vigour in the coming times. The Prime Minister’s remarks highlight the Centre’s continued focus on…
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31.69 Lakh Defence Pensioners Onboarded on SPARSH Platform
India’s defence pension delivery system has undergone a landmark transformation with the successful onboarding of 31.69 lakh defence pensioners on SPARSH, the country’s first fully end-to-end digital pension platform. Designed under the Digital India initiative, SPARSH has replaced a fragmented, paper-heavy legacy system with a unified, transparent, and pensioner-centric digital…
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PM Modi Reviews ₹65,000 Cr Projects at PRAGATI Meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 49th edition of the PRAGATI meeting on Wednesday, focusing on fast-tracking eight critical infrastructure projects spread across 15 states and Union Territories. With a combined investment of over ₹65,000 crore, these projects span the sectors of mines, railways, water resources, industrial corridors, and power….