social welfare

A health and awareness camp for senior citizens was organized at the Ahata Waqar Day Care Recreational Centre in Srinagar to promote the well-being and awareness of elderly people regarding welfare schemes.March 11, Srinagar: A health, recreational, and awareness camp for senior citizens was...

Aizawl, March 10 The MGNREGA scheme, under which a total of ₹6,498.17 crore of central funds have been channeled into Mizoram since its implementation in 2006, has altered the state's socio-economic landscape by stabilizing household incomes and curbing rural-to-urban migration, Rural...

Pulwama District Social Welfare Department Honours Women Achievers at Town Hall Event, Highlighting Gender Equality, Empowerment, and Vital Societal ContributionsMarch 8, Pulwama: The Pulwama District Social Welfare Department celebrated International Women's Day with great enthusiasm at the...

Guwahati, March 10 – In one of the largest-ever Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday the disbursement of ₹9,000 each to 40 lakh beneficiary families under the Orunodoi Scheme 3.0.A total of ₹9,000 was deposited into the bank...

To provide a platform for the youth of the border district of Rajouri and encourage their hidden talents, the Rajouri District Administration organized a Talent Hunt Competition at the Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Rajouri, under the "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" initiative.The event...

Today, Sakeena Itoo, Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, held an extensive meeting with representatives of the Confederation of Physically Challenged Organizations and discussed various issues and concerns of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Jammu and...

Assam Chief Minister launches Orunodoi 3.0Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma formally launched the third edition of the Orunodoi scheme today, which provided financial assistance to nearly 40 lakh women across the state, ensuring wider support for those in need.Under the...

Guwahati, March 10 Forty lakh families in Assam received Rs 9,000 each on Tuesday under the state government's flagship 'Orunodoi' scheme, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasizing that the amount paid into the bank accounts of female beneficiaries was a reflection of the regime's...

Mumbai, March 10 Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil claimed on Tuesday that the Maharashtra government's budget falls short on crucial issues such as farm loan waiver, rural development, and social welfare.Speaking in the state assembly, the MLA accused the ruling Mahayuti dispensation of...

Mumbai, March 9 – Maharashtra Minister for Women and Child Development, Aditi Tatkare, announced on Monday in the state Assembly that the government would strengthen measures against online abuse and digital harassment, which she said "undermines the confidence of women trying to enter public or...

Mumbai, March 9 Maharashtra Minister Aditi Tatkare stated on Monday that the state government would strengthen measures against cybercrime targeting women and continue with the benefits of the Ladki Bahin Yojana.While replying to a debate in the assembly related to International Women's Day...

Women sanitation workers were honored on International Women's Day in Haflong.International Women's Day was observed in Haflong, in the Dima Hasao district of Assam, along with the rest of the country, on Sunday.On this occasion, Haflong Municipal Board Chairperson Ripa Hojai felicitated the...

In Jaipur, Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasized on Sunday that women are the cornerstone of society, and their empowerment is crucial for the nation's progress and development.He called for greater awareness regarding women's rights, respect, and equal opportunities on...

Jaipur, March 8 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Sunday that women are the backbone of society, and their empowerment is essential for the progress of the country. He emphasized the need to prioritize education, health, and self-reliance for women.Addressing a state-level...

Chandigarh, March 8 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said on Sunday that his government had fulfilled its biggest electoral promise by launching the 'Mukhy Mantri Mawaan Dhian Satkar Yojna' to provide monthly financial assistance to women.Under the scheme, women from the general category...

Imphal, March 8 – Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced on Sunday that a budgetary allocation of Rs 350 crore would be earmarked in the upcoming state budget to assist women affected by the recent ethnic violence in the state.He said that the allocation is expected to benefit...

March 8, Kohima: Nagaland participated in the global observance of International Women's Day under the theme 'Rights, Justice, and Action for All Women and Girls.'At a program held in Kohima on Saturday, Minister for Environment, Forest, Climate Change and Village Guards, C. L. John, stated...

Jaipur, March 8 Over 10,000 veterans, "Veer Naris" (warrior women), and their family members participated in a rally organized by the Indian Army in Churu, Rajasthan, on Sunday.The event, named "Gaurav Senani" (Tribute to Brave Soldiers) rally, was organized by the Ranbankura Division of Sapta...

Chandigarh, March 8 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced on Sunday that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has fulfilled its biggest electoral promise, unveiling the ‘Mukh Mantri Mawaan Dhian Satkar Yojna’ to provide monthly financial assistance to women across Punjab.Under the...

Chandigarh, March 8 – Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema presented the fifth budget of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for 2026-27 on Sunday, proposing a total outlay of Rs 260,437 crore and projecting the state's GSDP at Rs 980,635 crore with an estimated growth rate of 10 per...