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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

Post-Covid, senior citizens lead 204% surge in Mumbai property: Report

The 61-and-above age cohort has emerged as the fastest-growing segment, surpassing all other age groups in market share growth

What is the co-pay option in senior citizen health insurance

Health policies with copayment provisions tend to be more affordable since they lessen the insurer's responsibility by splitting losses between the insured and the insurer

Senior citizen tax benefits: Pension, deductions, Income Tax slabs

Senior citizens have higher deduction limits and exemption benefits than younger taxpayers

Tax filing by senior citizens: Check Form 26AS, AIS, claim TDS refund

Many seniors mistakenly believe they need not file returns if tax is deducted at source (TDS) on income received. This is incorrect

Extend your SCSS account's maturity period even after it has expired

The SCSS is a government-backed scheme, ensuring the safety of the invested funds and a guaranteed return on investment

Door opens for senior citizens to get health insurance: What they should do

Seniors must strike a balance between premium and co-pay; too low a premium could mean high co-pay, which would pinch at the time of claim settlement

Home voting conducted for sr citizens, PWDs in 4 segments of Jammu LS seat

Home voting for senior citizens and PWDs was conducted in four segments of the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency, which goes to the polls in the second phase on April 26, officials said on Sunday. The Election Commission, while announcing the Lok Sabha polls schedule, unveiled the 'Vote From Home' scheme, designed to facilitate the participation of citizens aged 85 and above and individuals with more than 40 per cent disabilities in the elections. Home voting for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Ramgarh, Samba and Ramgarh assembly constituencies of Samba district was held to ensure an inclusive and participative election, the officials said. District Election Officer (Samba) Abhishek Sharma constituted 49 teams to facilitate home voting of 514 voters. Of the 514 electors, 498 (96.88 per cent) exercised their franchise by availing of the home voting facility on the first day, they said. They added that a polling team travelled 25 kilometres by bus and seven kilome

LS polls: Share of senior citizens in voting age population highest ever

Southern and Western parts ageing faster than the rest of the country

As India ages, BJP manifesto vows PMJAY cover for all citizens above 70 yrs

Experts feel the idea is to cover the middle-tier of the population with healthcare coverage

Person can't be deprived of right to livelihood merely due to old age: HC

A person can't be deprived of right to livelihood and to live with dignity merely on account of old age and frail health, the Delhi High Court has observed while upholding an order directing eviction of a tenant from a property which is now required by a landlord for carrying out his business. The high court rejected the stand taken by the tenant that looking at the old age and health of the landlord, it was not believable that he would carry out any business from the premises which was sought to be vacated. The high court dismissed the petition by the tenant challenging an order of an additional rent controller (ARC) which had passed the eviction order. "The bona fides of the requirement set up by the landlord cannot be shrouded with doubts on such presumptive arguments. Merely because the landlord suffers old age and frail health, it cannot be presumed that he does not require the tenanted premises to run his business or is not capable of earning livelihood," Justice Girish ...

Post office schemes: how do they work, and who is it suited for?

If you are planning to apply for a Post Office Savings Scheme, have a look at the different types of Post Office Savings Schemes.

Postal ballot voting: Eligibility and process for Lok Sabha elections 2024

Everything you need to know about voting by mail ahead of the 2024 general elections and state Assembly polls

What are the key features of the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS)?

Unlocking financial security: Exploring the senior citizen savings scheme (SCSS)

Tax reforms, reskilling of elderly needed in senior care: NITI Aayog

Protection of elderly from financial frauds needs to be ensured, says NITI

Year ender 2023: 10 important regulatory changes that took place in India

2023 was a busy year for regulators like the Reserve Bank of India and the Securities and Exchange Board of India. Here are the 10 key changes on the regulatory front

Now, senior citizens can enjoy high and guaranteed returns for long term

Since there are penalties for premature withdrawal, take liquidity needs into account

7 key changes to Senior Citizen's Savings Scheme: All you need to know

The Senior Citizen's Savings Scheme (SCSS), designed for individuals aged 60 years or employees above 55 years of age and below 60 years of age, offers 8.2 per cent interest per annum

Govt relaxes norms for small savings schemes: Check details here

The Senior Citizen's Savings Scheme now allows three months to open an account, up from the current one month. Additionally, changes have been made to the premature closure rules for PPF accounts

Savings schemes for senior citizens: Check interest, benefits, more

The savings scheme for senior citizens is a government-backed scheme which ensures regular money flow post-retirement. The scheme gives guaranteed returns every quarter to senior citizens