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Ayush ministry, social justice dept sign MoU for senior citizens' welfare

The Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment signed MoU on Wednesday to improve the well-being of senior citizens and address the growing concern of substance abuse. This strategic partnership seeks to implement Ayush-based interventions to promote geriatric healthcare and combat substance abuse, Union Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav said. He said the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is a pioneering step to develop cooperative initiatives for health promotion among senior citizens and those affected by substance abuse. "Geriatric healthcare and substance abuse are critical areas that require special focus, especially as we face an ageing population and growing concerns around addiction," Jadhav said. This collaboration between the Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) represents a significant step towards addressing these challenges. "By leveraging the holistic approach of Ayush systems alongside social welfar

Ayush ministry, social justice dept sign MoU for senior citizens' welfare
Updated On : 12 Feb 2025 | 4:48 PM IST

Health insurance for elderly; luxury gifts: Top personal finance stories

Our newsletter this week has stories on why health premiums for senior citizens are rising and how couples are celebrating Valentine's Day

Health insurance for elderly; luxury gifts: Top personal finance stories
Updated On : 07 Feb 2025 | 7:34 AM IST

Health insurance for senior citizens is expensive: Here's what they must do

Those who find premiums unaffordable should go for a plan with deductibles

Health insurance for senior citizens is expensive: Here's what they must do
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 9:34 PM IST

How will Budget 2025 impact senior citizens?

Budget 2025 introduces tax relief measures for senior citizens, enhancing savings potential

How will Budget 2025 impact senior citizens?
Updated On : 01 Feb 2025 | 4:12 PM IST

Senior citizens expect tax relief and higher returns in Budget 2025

Speculation is rife that the government may raise exemption limit significantly, with some experts suggesting a new threshold of Rs 10 lakh to alleviate the tax burden on senior citizens

Senior citizens expect tax relief and higher returns in Budget 2025
Updated On : 28 Jan 2025 | 5:07 PM IST

InvAscent invests Rs 110 cr in integrated geriatric care provider Geri Care

Geri Care intends to utilise the funds to expand its services across key cities in southern India, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Coimbatore

InvAscent invests Rs 110 cr in integrated geriatric care provider Geri Care
Updated On : 27 Jan 2025 | 2:42 PM IST

60 mn citizens aged 70 and above included under Ayushman Bharat: Nadda

Ayushman Bharat' has brought 6 crore citizens aged 70 and above under it, and the Centre's flagship health insurance programme now covers over 45 per cent of India's population, Union Health Minister JP Nadda said here Saturday. The Union Cabinet in October last year approved health coverage to all citizens aged 70 years and above irrespective of income under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana' (AB PM-JAY). Under Modi 3.0, we have added 6 crore people above 70 under Ayushman Bharat. Now, more than 62 crore people, or over 45 per cent of India's population, are covered, not in health insurance but under a health assurance' scheme with an annual coverage of Rs 5 lakh, he said. Speaking at the 'IIMA Healthcare Summit 2025' organised at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, he called the scheme a game changer and said it has benefited more than 4.2 crore citizens. These are poor people rickshaw pullers, street vendors, bus drivers, conductors, lift men, secur

60 mn citizens aged 70 and above included under Ayushman Bharat: Nadda
Updated On : 18 Jan 2025 | 6:49 PM IST

State Bank of India unveils two new schemes to boost deposit mobilisation

The first is 'Har Ghar Lakhpati,' a pre-calculated recurring deposit (RD) scheme designed to help customers accumulate Rs 1,00,000

State Bank of India unveils two new schemes to boost deposit mobilisation
Updated On : 03 Jan 2025 | 11:15 PM IST

Antarctica, North Pole: India's senior citizens take to extreme travels

For KareVoyage, a travel platform that caters to the needs of travellers over 50, senior citizen travel is growing 17 per cent year-on-year

Antarctica, North Pole: India's senior citizens take to extreme travels
Updated On : 30 Dec 2024 | 12:21 AM IST

Silver lining: Hotels providing customised deals to senior citizens

From specialised senior-friendly tours to redesigned hotel amenities, the industry is becoming increasingly attuned to the unique requirements of elderly travellers

Silver lining: Hotels providing customised deals to senior citizens
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 4:55 AM IST

Silver lining: How senior living market is redefining retirement in India

The first of a four-part series on the silver economy focuses on luxury housing projects developed with seniors in mind

Silver lining: How senior living market is redefining retirement in India
Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 11:36 PM IST

Ahead of Delhi polls, Kejriwal announces free treatment for senior citizens

Ahead of the 2025 Delhi elections, Arvind Kejriwal announces free treatment for those aged 60 years and above under the Sanjeevani Yojana if AAP retains power

Ahead of Delhi polls, Kejriwal announces free treatment for senior citizens
Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 5:13 PM IST

2.5 mn senior citizens above 70 years enrol for Ayushman Card Scheme

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana provides free medical treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh

2.5 mn senior citizens above 70 years enrol for Ayushman Card Scheme
Updated On : 09 Dec 2024 | 10:10 AM IST

Senior housing boom: South Indian cities drive 60% of market growth

South India is emerging as the hub for living projects for the older population, accounting for 60 per cent of total market share, north Indian cities comprise just 20 per cent, the west holds 16 per

Senior housing boom: South Indian cities drive 60% of market growth
Updated On : 30 Nov 2024 | 10:57 AM IST

Senior living homes, air purifiers, stocks: Top personal finance stories

This week we report about why you must invest in a senior living home and how premium air purifiers help at home

Senior living homes, air purifiers, stocks: Top personal finance stories
Updated On : 22 Nov 2024 | 7:57 AM IST

Best fixed deposit schemes for senior citizens explained in one table

Terms and conditions of more than a dozen lenders put together for your convenience

Best fixed deposit schemes for senior citizens explained in one table
Updated On : 14 Nov 2024 | 12:15 PM IST

Senior living company Primus announces raising $20 mn in seed funding

Firm will use financing to develop platform offering range of services for the elderly at their homes

Senior living company Primus announces raising $20 mn in seed funding
Updated On : 16 Oct 2024 | 1:34 PM IST

Health cover for all above 70 to bring relief to millions: Industry players

The government's move to provide health coverage to all persons aged 70 years and above will bring much-needed relief to millions of families and is a significant milestone in providing essential healthcare services to the elderly, industry players said on Thursday. The Union Cabinet had on Wednesday approved health coverage to all persons aged 70 years and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) irrespective of their income, benefiting around six crore senior citizens. The Rs 5 lakh free health insurance cover would benefit senior citizens of around 4.5 crore families. Reacting to the announcement, Healthcare industry body NATHEALTH President Abhay Soi said, "We believe this initiative will bring much-needed relief to millions of families and strengthen India's position as a leader in inclusive healthcare". The benefit package needs to be tailored to the population segment so that it encompasses the entire continuum of care, he said, adding th

Health cover for all above 70 to bring relief to millions: Industry players
Updated On : 12 Sep 2024 | 5:00 PM IST

Japan's new norm of working into your 70s may spread to rest of world soon

To coax companies to keep elderly people employed, the government is already providing subsidies to firms employing those aged 65 and older

Japan's new norm of working into your 70s may spread to rest of world soon
Updated On : 05 Sep 2024 | 8:39 AM IST