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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

Rajasthan assembly polls: 80-plus voters allowed to cast ballot from home

In a first-of-its-kind move, people above 80 years of age and persons with more than 40 per cent disability will be able to vote from their home, the Election Commission said on Monday. More than 18.05 lakh voters will be able to get this facility as an option in the assembly poll due later this year. The Model Code of Conduct has come into force in Rajasthan, as has a ban on transfers of officers and employees. "With the announcement of the election schedule by the Election Commission, the Model Code of Conduct has also come into force in the state with immediate effect," Chief Electoral Officer Praveen Gupta said Monday. In case of emergency, the state government will be able to transfer officers and employees only after obtaining approval from the Election Commission. Voting for all 200 seats in the state will be held on November 23 and counting of votes will take place on December 3, Gupta said. A total of more than 5.27 crore voters in the state will be able to exercise thei

Railways to introduce ramps for wheelchair users, elderly passengers

Indian Railways is going to introduce ramps in trains for the convenience of wheelchair users and senior citizens, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. Releasing the pictures of the newly designed ramps, Vaishnaw told reporters that these have been used at the Chennai railway station and found to be helpful for passengers who require a ramp. "We will start its use in Vande Bharat trains very soon and later, in all other trains," the minister said, adding that a system is being worked out to let passengers raise a need for a wheelchair at the time of booking tickets. "An alert can be generated and passed on to the respective railway stations for keeping a ramp ready for such passengers," he added. The ramp can be easily placed at train doors and because of its width and low gradient, wheelchair users will find it easy to use it, the minister said. Vaishnaw also said that during its trial, feedback received from passengers was extremely positive and encouraging.

5 effective ways of earning money online for senior citizens, details below

Earning after retirement has become a lot easier nowadays as there are plenty of ways to earn money. Here are the 5 effective ways of earning money online for senior citizens

Small saving schemes: Highest interest rate is 8.2 per cent. Details here

If you are investing for specific long-term goals, such as your children's education or marriage, small savings schemes may be the ideal option. Fixed deposits are better suited for short-term goals

World Senior Citizens Day 2023: History, Importance, Motive and Wishes

World Senior Citizens Day is commemorated on August 21 to respect the contributions of older people, honour them, and address the challenges they face in the society

Investing in a retirement home that gives elders care and company

The facility should be designed considering the needs of seniors and be secure for them