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PM-JAY for senior citizens: How to register for free health insurance

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana offers free health insurance of up to Rs 5 lakh every year to senior citizens. ENROLLING IN THE SCHEME: A SIMPLE PROCESS Senior citizens or their family members can begin the enrolment process by downloading the Ayushman Bharat app from the Google Play Store or the official website. A HEALTHIER FUTURE FOR …

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GST Council Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums

ABP News

The GST Council on Saturday deferred its decision on reducing the tax rate on life and health insurance premiums, according to officials. The GoM also recommended exempting GST from health insurance premiums paid by individuals, excluding senior citizens, for policies with coverage up to Rs 5 lakh. However, premiums for health insurance policies offering coverage exceeding Rs 5 lakh will …

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5 days, 5 hours ago

While Eviction Under Senior Citizens Act Is Subject To Outcome Of Pending Suit, Protection Offered To Elders Shouldn't Be Defeated: Allahabad HC

Live Law

The Allahabad High Court has held that an order of eviction sought under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 would be subject to the outcome of a suit pertaining to larger issues between the family members, if such suit is filed prior to the application made for eviction under the Act of 2007. a daughter-in-law …

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Assam State Legal Services Authority Organizes Awareness Program, Launches Initiatives

Live Law

On December 15, 2024, the District Library Auditorium of Darrang, Mongoldoi, Assam witnessed a significant gathering aimed at raising awareness and promoting justice for citizens of all ages. A range of initiatives were launched during the event, highlighting the continued efforts of the Assam State Legal Services Authority to empower the people of Assam, especially senior citizens,. A range of …

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Assam State Legal Services Authority Organizes Awareness Program, Launches Initiatives

Live Law

On December 15, 2024, the District Library Auditorium of Darrang, Mongoldoi, Assam witnessed a significant gathering aimed at raising awareness and promoting justice for citizens of all ages. A range of initiatives were launched during the event, highlighting the continued efforts of the Assam State Legal Services Authority to empower the people of Assam, especially senior citizens,. A range of …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Free healthcare for 60 and above: Arvind Kelriwal's second big poll promise

India Today

Aam Aadmi Party supremo and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced the 'Sanjeevani' scheme to provide free healthcare for senior citizens in Delhi. Under the new scheme, senior citizens in Delhi can avail free health care services from any private or public hospital in the national capital. Speaking at the launch of the scheme, Kejriwal said that …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Delhi Election 2025:Kejriwal announces Sanjeevani Yojana promising free healthcare for senior citizens

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: AAP national convener and former CM Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced the ‘Sanjivani Yojna,’ a scheme that will provide free treatment for people above 60 years of age if the party wins the upcoming Assembly polls and retains power in the national capital. “The ‘Sanjivani Yojna’ will cover all medical expenses for treatment in both private and government …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Gadgets for the elderly: Buying guide with must-have devices like hearing aid, toilet handle, fall detection smartwatch

Hindustan Times

In today’s nuclear family setups, ensuring the health and safety of elderly members is a pressing concern, particularly as more children balance careers and household responsibilities. Different kinds of gadgets for the elderly Gadgets for the elderly include hearing aids for better communication, fall detection devices, and instant emergency alert systems for safety. Senior citizens often buy health-related products like …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Where should a 66-year-old invest with a five-year horizon?

Live Mint

My 66-year-old aunt, who is still working at a private school, received ₹18 lakh last year from the sale of our ancestral property. Interest rate benefit: As the underlying asset is bond investments, debt mutual funds will also generate capital gains given interest rate reversal and sold at the right time. Conservative hybrid mutual funds Investment in this category of …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Demand for MSRTC buses increases due to schemes for senior citizens & women

Hindustan Times

The Maharashtra State Transport Corporation has got a good response to the ‘Amrut Jyeshtha Nagarik Yojana’ and ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’ introduced by the state government for senior citizen- and women- passengers of the transport body, respectively. The state government started the ‘Amrit Jyeshtha Nagarik Yojana’ for senior citizens above 75 years of age on August 26, 2022; and the ‘Mahila …

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2 weeks ago

Enrollment for Ayushman Vay Vandana Cards reaches 25 lakhs: Centre

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: In a significant achievement, the enrollment for the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card has reached an impressive milestone of 25 lakh in a span of less than two months of its launch by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 29, 2024. Treatments worth more than Rs 40 crore have been availed since the launch of Ayushman Vay Vandana …

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2 weeks ago

Kerala High Court Weekly Round-Up: December 2 - 8, 2024

Live Law

Nominal Index C. Alavi v The State of Kerala and Another, 2024 LiveLaw 766 T. N. Mukundan v State of Kerala and Others, 2024 LiveLaw 767 Motorsigns India v State of Kerala & Connected Matters, 2024 LiveLaw 768 Nizar v State of Kerala, 2024 LiveLaw 769 Aravindakshan P. R. v Assistant Director, ED and Another, 2024 LiveLaw 770 M/S Inkel …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fact Check: No, Govt Of India Has Not Announced Any Income Tax Exemption For Senior Citizens Above 75

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A post is being widely shared on social media claiming that the central government has announced that senior citizens above 75 years, who rely on pensions and other welfare programs, are exempt from paying income taxes and filing IT returns. However, senior citizens earning more than ₹3 lakhs must pay taxes based on their applicable income tax slab and regime. …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

FD interest rates: 8 banks offer highest interest on 3-year fixed deposits, see details

Live Mint

Before you lock your funds in a fixed deposit, it is vital to compare the interest rates offered by different banks. Let us find out which bank is offering what interest rate on 3-year fixed deposits Private banks As we can see in the table below, HDFC Bank offers 7 percent interest on its fixed deposits to general citizens and …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

These 5 banks revise FD rates ahead of RBI's rate decision

India Today

Several banks have recently revised their fixed deposit rates, offering attractive returns for both regular customers and senior citizens. Here's a closer look at the latest FD rate revisions across banks: KARNATAKA BANK Karnataka Bank has updated its FD rates for callable and non-callable deposits, effective December 2, 2024. Specifically, the bank offers the following FD interest rates for general …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Railway subsidies decline by 6%, senior citizen concessions remain discontinued

India Today

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that the railways continue to provide concession to travellers. While responding to a query from Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Durai Vaiko about discontinued concessions for senior citizens, sportspersons, persons with disabilities, and journalists, the minister emphasised that Indian Railways continues to offer subsidised fares to ensure affordability for travellers. …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Walking will not make your parents fit and healthy? Fitness coach shares why it's not enough

Hindustan Times

To stay fit, senior citizens often turn to walking. This incorporation of strength training with a resistance band also addresses areas like muscle building, strength and flexibility, which walking alone cannot fully improve. 3 essential strength training exercises Rows for back strength: Pull the band towards your torso with a straight back to work the back muscles and arms. Building …

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3 weeks ago

Bank FD vs Corporate FD: Which investment option offers better returns?

Live Mint

Fixed Deposits are one of the most preferred investment options in India due to their simplicity, guaranteed returns, and low risk. Key differences between bank FDs and corporate FDs Criteria Bank FD Corporate FD Issuer Banks Corporates or NBFCs Risk Level Low Moderate to high Interest Rates Relatively lower Higher Tenure Options Flexible Generally fixed Credit Rating Not applicable Determined …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Fact Check: No income tax for senior citizens 75 and above?

India Today

A message being shared on social media claims that senior citizens above 75 years of age would not have to pay income tax any more. According to the information given by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, the central government has changed the law to provide tax exemption to senior citizens, which includes important changes between Rule 31, Rule 31A, …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Indian Bank’s special fixed deposit scheme offering up to 8.05 percent to end on Nov 30. Check details

Live Mint

Indian Bank offers a special fixed deposit that offers upto 8.05 percent for super senior citizens. Category Interest rate Public 7.3% Senior citizens 7.8% Super senior citizens 8.05% The other scheme IND Supreme 300 offers interest rate upto 7.80 percent. Category Interest Rate Public 7.05% Senior citizens 7.55% Super senior citizens 7.80% For other duration deposits, bank offers these interest …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Delhi Government adds 80,000 more people to old-age pension scheme; check eligibility, how to apply

Live Mint

The Delhi government has announced an expansion of its old-age pension scheme, bringing an additional 80,000 senior citizens under its ambit. Interested applicants can apply through the e-district portal at https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/ According to the Delhi government, over 10,000 applications have already been submitted since the portal was launched. Documents Required Applicants need to upload the following documents to complete their …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Fixed Deposits for senior citizens: Check top private banks offering highest interest rates | Full list

India TV News

Fixed Deposits for senior citizens: For investors prioritising the safety of their funds, Fixed Deposits remain a preferred investment option. Private banks currently offer attractive interest rates for senior citizens, providing an extra 0.25 per cent to 0.50 per cent interest over standard rates. List of private banks offering maximum interest to senior citizens on FDs: Bank Interest rate for …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

75th Constitution Day Updates: PM Modi Addresses SC Event, Says Constitution Fully Implemented In J&K

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Constitution Day Live Updates: Preamble Reading Took Place In The Prime Minister's Office Today, on Constitution Day, Preamble reading took place in the Prime Minister’s Office. It’s the power of the constitution, that today, in Jammu & Kashmir, Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Constitution is fully implemented.” Constitution Day Live Updates: Have Made My Statement Well Within My Rights Given By The Constitution, …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

GHMC takes up construction in colony ‘open space’

The Hindu

An instance of flagrant violation of norms by the city civic body has come to light in the LB Nagar zone of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. In breach of layout regulations and building norms, construction of a concrete structure is going on at the site demarcated as open space at Pragathi Nagar colony of Mansurabad. “When developed, the colony’s …

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PM-JAY for senior citizens: How to register for free health insurance

GST Council Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums

While Eviction Under Senior Citizens Act Is Subject To Outcome Of Pending Suit, Protection Offered To Elders Shouldn't Be Defeated: Allahabad HC

Assam State Legal Services Authority Organizes Awareness Program, Launches Initiatives

Assam State Legal Services Authority Organizes Awareness Program, Launches Initiatives

Free healthcare for 60 and above: Arvind Kelriwal's second big poll promise

Delhi Election 2025:Kejriwal announces Sanjeevani Yojana promising free healthcare for senior citizens

Gadgets for the elderly: Buying guide with must-have devices like hearing aid, toilet handle, fall detection smartwatch

Where should a 66-year-old invest with a five-year horizon?

Demand for MSRTC buses increases due to schemes for senior citizens & women

Enrollment for Ayushman Vay Vandana Cards reaches 25 lakhs: Centre

Kerala High Court Weekly Round-Up: December 2 - 8, 2024

Fact Check: No, Govt Of India Has Not Announced Any Income Tax Exemption For Senior Citizens Above 75

FD interest rates: 8 banks offer highest interest on 3-year fixed deposits, see details

These 5 banks revise FD rates ahead of RBI's rate decision

Railway subsidies decline by 6%, senior citizen concessions remain discontinued

Walking will not make your parents fit and healthy? Fitness coach shares why it's not enough

Bank FD vs Corporate FD: Which investment option offers better returns?

Fact Check: No income tax for senior citizens 75 and above?

Indian Bank’s special fixed deposit scheme offering up to 8.05 percent to end on Nov 30. Check details

Delhi Government adds 80,000 more people to old-age pension scheme; check eligibility, how to apply

Fixed Deposits for senior citizens: Check top private banks offering highest interest rates | Full list

75th Constitution Day Updates: PM Modi Addresses SC Event, Says Constitution Fully Implemented In J&K

GHMC takes up construction in colony ‘open space’