senior citizens

Bengaluru, March 7 A dispute between a pet owner and a group of senior citizens over walking a dog inside an apartment complex here allegedly escalated into a scuffle, with both sides filing complaints accusing each other of assault, police said on Saturday.The incident occurred around 7:30 am...

Kochi, March 7 CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday said that accurate electoral rolls are the foundation of democracy, and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was conducted with the clear objective of ensuring that no eligible voter is excluded.Addressing a press conference after...

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers is observing Janaushadhi Saptah 2026, a nationwide initiative aimed at promoting affordable and high-quality generic medicines. On the third day of the campaign today, 47 camps were organized, engaging thousands of people and emphasizing services for...

Chennai, March 3 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced on Tuesday that an additional Rs 2,000 has been credited to the bank accounts of beneficiaries under various social security pension schemes, describing it as a "special fund for the marginalised".In a post on his official X...

Mumbai, March 3 – The state government is in contact with various citizens from Maharashtra who are stranded there due to the conflict situation in the Gulf countries, according to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Tuesday.The CMO’s intervention comes after tensions escalated between Iran...

Mumbai, March 2 As tensions escalate between Iran, Israel, and the US, the repercussions have severely impacted Gulf nations, leaving a significant number of citizens from Maharashtra stranded in Dubai.In a swift response, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has taken the lead to ensure the...

Thane, March 1 Twenty-three people from the Thane district in Maharashtra, including 12 senior citizens, are stranded in Dubai following the closure of airspace after the US and Israel's attack on Iran, officials said on Sunday.The group, originating from Kalyan, Shahapur, and Murbad talukas...

New Delhi, February 28 More than 1 crore people in Delhi have a digital health ID under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, officials said on Saturday.According to government data, Delhi currently has 1,01,20,000 Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) numbers, and more than 7 lakh Ayushman Bharat...

Chennai, February 28 Tamil Nadu has approximately 1.18 crore young voters, and 3,060 assistant electoral registration officers were deployed to register young people, the ECI said.The Election Commission stated this in a report it shared with the media, following a comprehensive review of...

Dehradun, February 25 – The benefits of the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), launched in 2024, are reaching every corner of the country, including remote and isolated areas.The Ayushman Bharat-Vay Vandana Yojana has proven to be a lifeline for the people of the...

Chandigarh, February 24 Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday criticized the opposition Congress for its "misleading" claims regarding the cancellation of old-age pensions for several beneficiaries.Asserting that senior citizens are the moral foundation of society, Saini said...

New Delhi, February 24 The Delhi government on Tuesday decided to include beneficiaries of the widow and disability financial assistance schemes under the Ayushman Bharat health scheme.The Delhi Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, decided to include approximately 3.97 lakh...

New Delhi, February 24 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Tuesday that beneficiaries of the widow pension scheme and individuals with disabilities receiving government pensions will be covered under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.Their families will also be eligible to avail...

Chandigarh, February 24 – Asserting that senior citizens are the backbone of society, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated on Tuesday that safeguarding their dignity and ensuring their financial and social security remains a central priority of his government.Clarifying on pension...

DODA, FEBRUARY 22: Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh inaugurated the construction of a motorable road from Nehru Chowk to the residence of Dr. Bashir Ahmed Mintoo under Phase-I of the District Capital Expenditure Plan.The ₹30 lakh project, being undertaken by the PWD (R&B) Division in Doda...

Hyderabad, February 19 – Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K. T. Rama Rao wrote an open letter to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday, requesting allocations in the state budget to implement the promises made by the Congress during the election.He stated that...

POONCH, FEBRUARY 18: The Social Welfare Department of Poonch organized a "Senior Recognition Ceremony" to honor senior citizens for their contributions to society. Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma attended the event, presenting Senior Citizen Certificates to five beneficiaries.The...

The Poonch District Social Welfare Department organized a first-of-its-kind Senior Recognition Ceremony in Poonch today to hear the grievances of senior citizens, address their concerns on the spot, and raise awareness about their health and well-being.The event was inaugurated by Poonch...

A dedicated outreach camp at the Trauma Hospital in Lawaypora facilitates the registration of senior citizens for Vay Vandana Cards, with extended health insurance coverage.February 17, Srinagar: Continuing the series of special outreach camps initiated under the direction of the Srinagar...

Puducherry, February 14 – The final electoral roll for 2026 was officially published in the Union Territory of Puducherry on Saturday (February 14), following the completion of a comprehensive Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise conducted under the direction of the Election Commission of...