Jaipur, July 27 (IANS) Rajasthan has emerged as one of the leading states in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), with more than 3.85 crore Jan Dhan accounts opened across the state. According to the latest data released by the Ministry of Finance, Rajasthan ranks fourth in the country in terms of total deposits in Jan Dhan accounts, reflecting growing financial inclusion and public confidence in the formal banking system.The scheme has played a key role in bringing economica…
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Mumbai, July 22 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Wednesday launched the Rs 36,585 crore ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Farmer Loan Waiver Scheme 2026.’ Announcing the state‑level launch at a press conference, Minister for Co‑operation Babasaheb Patil released a representative list of eligible beneficiaries across seven districts. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Patil stated that the representative list was being released to mark the birthday of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and …
New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) In a welfare decision for farmers, the Delhi government led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday approved an ex-gratia assistance of more than Rs 33.31 crore for agriculturists whose crops were destroyed due to heavy rain and waterlogging during August and September 2025. She said the affected farmers will receive relief at the rate of Rs 75,000 per hectare.Under this decision, the assistance will directly benefit farmers across more than 4,442.41 hectares of affecte…
Chennai, July 16 (IANS) The inauguration of a new Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) at Kolathur on Thursday turned into more than a routine government event, drawing political attention after Greater Chennai Corporation Mayor R. Priya attended the Union government function amid continuing speculation over her recent absence from several programmes organised by the ruling TVK-led Tamil Nadu government. The passport service centre was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Information a…
Jaipur, July 1 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the 29th National e-Governance Conference at the Rajasthan International Centre (RIC) on Wednesday, officials said. Addressing the inaugural session, the Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of leveraging technology for good governance since 2014 has transformed public service delivery across the country.He noted that the Jan-Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile (JAM) trinity has eliminated the role of mi…
New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) Janata Dal (United) National Working President, Sanjay Kumar Jha, said on Monday that Nitish Kumar had already been elected as the party’s National President in an earlier meeting and was subsequently endorsed by the JD(U) National Council, describing it as a completed organisational process later ratified by the party.Speaking to reporters, Jha said, “Nitish Kumar was already elected National party President in yesterday’s meeting and was endorsed in the National…
Dhamtari (Chhattisgarh), March 26 (IANS) In a significant step towards rural welfare, the Chhattisgarh government has extended financial support to landless agricultural labourers in Dhamtari district, fulfilling another key promise made under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s guarantee.Under the Deendayal Upadhyay Landless Agricultural Labourers Welfare Scheme, an amount of Rs 10,000 has been provided to each eligible beneficiary. “In Dhamtari district alone, more than Rs 33 crore has been directl…
Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Maharashtra Fisheries Minister Nitesh Rane on Tuesday announced a complete crackdown on illegal LED fishing in the Konkan region, declaring a zero‑tolerance policy to protect traditional fishermen and marine resources.Replying to a discussion in the House, Rane said the state government was determined to shut down unauthorised LED fishing and would not bow to pressure from neighbouring states such as Gujarat or Goa. “The state government is determined to shut down ill…
New Delhi, March 1 (IANS) In a step towards the economic empowerment of women, President Droupadi Murmu, on Monday, will formally launch the Delhi government’s ‘Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ and roll out the scheme for two free LPG cylinders on Holi and Diwali for 15 lakh poor families, an official said on Sunday. A special programme titled ‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi’ will be organised at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Monday during which these schemes, along with others will be launched…
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) In a major relief for millions of women across Maharashtra, the state government has commenced the distribution of the January instalment of Rs 1,500 for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. Minister for Women and Child Development, Aditi Tatkare, shared the update via a social media post, confirming that the technical process for transferring the honorarium to all eligible beneficiaries began on February 23. The funds are being credited directly to the benefic…