welfare programs

Chennai, April 11 The women's monthly entitlement scheme and the Chief Minister's Breakfast scheme, among the numerous welfare initiatives launched by his government, were close to his heart, DMK president and Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin has said.While the women empowerment scheme, which is being...

Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), April 10 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday criticized AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami for targeting him personally, and said that while death is a universal experience, his (Stalin's) achievements, including his numerous welfare programs, will endure...

Kolkata, April 10 The BJP on Friday unveiled its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls, promising to tackle infiltration, implement a Uniform Civil Code, and provide extensive welfare packages for women, youth, farmers, and state government employees if the party wins.Union Home...

Bengaluru, April 8 – Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday over its query to the state government regarding the release of funds under guarantee schemes in Davanagere and Bagalkot districts, where by-elections are currently underway...

Virudhunagar (Tamil Nadu), April 5 Calling the DMK's election manifesto the "star of the 2026 polls," Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday asserted that while anyone can make promises, the public only trusts those made by his party.Addressing a massive public meeting of the Secular...

Guwahati, April 4 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Saturday that the BJP government would provide two free LPG cylinders annually to beneficiaries, while intensifying his attacks on the opposition during a series of election rallies across Upper Assam.Addressing large...

Sivaganga (Tamil Nadu), April 4 Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin appealed to the people on Saturday to defeat the Delhi team, arguing that it was "hostile" to the needs and development of the state.Addressing a campaign in support of the DMK candidate and state Cooperation...

Guwahati, April 3 – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah stated on Friday that the people of Assam have “decided to re-elect the NDA” to safeguard the state’s culture, identity, and future, while launching a sharp attack on the Congress during a massive rally in Dudhnoi in the Goalpara...

Guwahati, April 2 – The United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) on Thursday unveiled its “People’s Manifesto” for the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), placing the full implementation of the Bodo Peace Accord and inclusive development at the centre of its upcoming Assam Assembly campaign...

Tamulpur/Udalguri/Nalbari, April 1 Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday that two women from the same family will be included in the 'Orunodoi' scheme in households with a larger number of members, relaxing the existing one-family-one-beneficiary norm.Addressing...

Tinsukia, March 31 Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday sought public support for the BJP's third consecutive term in Assam, highlighting the infrastructure development undertaken by the state government.Addressing election rallies for party candidates Suren Phukan in Digboi and...

Tiruvannamalai (Tamil Nadu), March 31 – Ahead of the April 23 Assembly elections, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Tuesday of attempting to align the state with the BJP, and urged voters to decisively reject such politics at the...

Tirunelveli, (Tamil Nadu) March 30 AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has criticized the DMK's promise of a ₹8,000 coupon for women, alleging that it was aimed at earning "commissions."Responding to DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin releasing his party's manifesto for...

Tirunelveli, (Tamil Nadu) March 29 AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Sunday criticised the DMK's promise of a ₹8,000 coupon for women, alleging it was aimed at earning "commissions."Responding to DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin releasing his party's manifesto for...

Amaravati, March 29 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu extended greetings to all members of the TDP on the occasion of its 44th foundation day.The chief minister said the party has always upheld NTR Rama Rao's principle of providing food, shelter, and clothing to the poor...

Washington, March 28 – The Trump administration has launched a federal task force to combat fraud in welfare programs, with Vice President JD Vance warning that the problem has "become a massive, massive problem" that is draining taxpayer funds.Addressing a meeting of senior officials, Vance...

Mohali, March 25 Punjab Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities Minister Dr Baljit Kaur said on Wednesday that the state has ranked second in the country in disbursing scholarships to Scheduled Caste and other students, with nearly 10 lakh students benefiting under the Bhagwant Mann...

Hyderabad, March 22 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday said global conflicts are impacting the marketing of products from the state, while stressing that the Centre is taking steps to mitigate the fallout.Addressing a session at the Indian School of Business here, he...

Amaravati, March 19 – Andhra Pradesh Governor, S. Abdul Nazeer, and Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Telugu New Year, Ugadi. Leaders of various political parties also extended greetings on the occasion.In his message, the Governor said...

Kolkata, March 18 Facing anti-incumbency after 15 years in power while attempting a calibrated generational shift within its ranks, the TMC is entering the West Bengal assembly elections banking on its welfare-driven social coalition, strong grassroots organization, and Mamata Banerjee’s...