Will India roll out a universal pension? Plan may cover traders, workers & more

Will India roll out a universal pension? Plan may cover traders, workers & more

India is reportedly considering a Universal Pension Scheme that would be voluntary and contributory, aiming to extend social security beyond traditional employment, according to The Economic Times. The ministry of labour and employment, the report claims, has initiated deliberations on the proposed umbrella scheme, which is expected to integrate existing pension programmes.  Business Today could … Read more

BJP’s ‘fake nationalism’ visible yet again: Kharge on new disability pension rules for armed forces

BJP’s ‘fake nationalism’ visible yet again: Kharge on new disability pension rules for armed forces

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge. File | Photo Credit: Nagara Gopal Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on September 30 slammed the BJP over the new disability pension rules for armed forces personnel, alleging that its “fake nationalism” is yet again visible through the move. The Narendra Modi Government is a “habitual offender” in working against the welfare … Read more