Government simplifies family pension rules for divorced, separated women

Government simplifies family pension rules for divorced, separated women

In a significant move to enhance financial security for women, the government has amended its family pension rules. It is possible for a daughter who is divorced or separated to claim her deceased father’s pension directly, without having to wait for a legal decision. The changes, announced by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, now allow divorced … Read more

New EPFO rules: EPFO tweaks rules under EDLI scheme for death benefits

New EPFO rules: EPFO tweaks rules under EDLI scheme for death benefits

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced new amendments for the Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme, aimed at strengthening financial protection for families of deceased EPF members. These changes, announced in a meeting on February 28, 2025, are expected to benefit thousands of families annually by enhancing insurance payouts and extending coverage. EPFO … Read more