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ED raids multiple locations in Bengal over hawala case with Jharkhand links

The officials of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are conducting raids at multiple locations in West Bengal since Tuesday morning.

10 days ago

No salaries for Rural Development Department employees in Reasi; poor performance cited

In an exemplary action against laxity in rural development projects, Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan has ordered the withholding of salaries for the entire Rural Development Department, including engineering staff, citing unsatisfactory progress on developmental works.

12 days ago

Receiving digital life certificate becomes a daunting task for India's elderly

Digital Life Certificates: A Challenge for India's Elderly

India's elderly struggle with obtaining digital life certificates due to lack of digital skills or technology access. The government's digital life certificate campaign uses face authentication technology, but has logistical issues.

13 days ago

Govt to launch 4,740 digital service centres to boost inclusive growth in rural areas

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Friday launched the Digital India Common Service Center (DICSC) project to bridge the digital divide in rural India and ensure that digital services reach every citizen.

20 days ago

Diwali Milan with Soldiers: CM Dhami announces increased financial assistance of Rs 50 lakh for families of martyrs

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday announced an increase in financial assistance for the families of martyred soldiers from the state, raising the amount to Rs 50 lakh.

22 days ago

Over a Million Fake Beneficiaries Removed from J&K's Ration Lists After Aadhaar Seeding

In a major reform of J&K's PDS, over one million fake beneficiaries were identified and removed from government-run ration depots following Aadhaar seeding. With 25.11 lakh ration card holders covering nearly 99 lakh individuals, the PDS now benefits from full Aadhaar integration, reducing fraud.

22 days ago

Centre issues alert against illegal payment gateways created via mule bank accounts

Government Warns Against Illegal Payment Gateways

The Indian government has issued a stern warning against the creation and use of illegal payment gateways. These gateways, set up using mule bank accounts, are the handiwork of transnational organized cybercriminals and are being used to facilitate money laundering services.

24 days ago

How does SIP work, and how do you open an SIP account?

1. The investor needs to be aware of their current financial situation to identify how much risk they can take

26 days ago

India saved pilferages worth $40 bn in last 8 years with DBT schemes: FM Sitharaman

India saved $40 bn worth pilferages in last 8 years with DBT schemes: FM Sitharaman

India saved pilferages worth $40 billion in the last eight years with the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes of the government, according to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

28 days ago

Shraddha Kapoor pulls off a prank in Shah Rukh Khan's name; it's hilarious

Actress Shraddha Kapoor hilariously pranked shutterbugs to avoid getting clicked and used Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's name as bait.

Oct 23, 2024

India needs more room in urban centres for people to land their first jobs: Paul Romer

India is making rapid progress and in order to become a developed nation, the next big challenge is to create more room in the urban centres for more people to move in, get their first jobs, and contribute towards building the economy, Nobel laureate Professor Paul Michael Romer.

Oct 21, 2024

India takes lead in 6G after record 5G roll out: Experts

6G technology to be India's next big digital launch after 5G rollout in 2022

India is making significant strides in the digital realm, with experts highlighting the country's leadership in 6G technology following a successful 5G rollout. This progress is a testament to the 'Digital India' initiative's transformative impact on the economy, with the Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile (JAM) trinity serving as a robust foundation.

Oct 18, 2024

Enrollment for PM Internship Scheme kicks-off, youth to get Rs 5,000 per month

Over 1.55 lakh candidates sign up for PM Internship Scheme in just 24 hours

More than 1.55 lakh candidates have signed up for the newly launched PM Internship Scheme in just 24 hours, according to reports citing government sources.

Oct 14, 2024

UPI Transactions Skyrocket, Marking Digital Payment Surge

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has seen a significant surge in its transaction value and volume in September. The data released by NPCI on Tuesday revealed that UPI transactions reached a remarkable value of Rs 20.64 lakh crore, marking a 31% year-on-year increase.

Oct 1, 2024

Arrested PAK national, 3 foreigners were set to get Indian passports: K'taka Minister

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara said on Monday that the Pakistani national and three other foreigners, who were arrested in the city for illegal stay, were set to get Indian passports.