The Centre is set to introduce the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) on April 1, providing a fixed pension security to central government employees. Designed within the framework of the National Pension System (NPS), UPS aims to give a guaranteed pension, particularly beneficial for those employees seeking a stable post-retirement income. Central government employees who are … Read more
Montek Singh Ahluwalia, the former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, has said that selecting the Old Pension Scheme instead of the New Pension Scheme is a bad idea. He noted that the New Pension Scheme (NPS) is adaptable and can be adjusted to accommodate any issues that may arise. Speaking to news agency ANI, … Read more
The newest pension scheme for the government employees — Unified Pension Scheme’s primary objective is to consolidate various pension systems existing in the country into a unified framework. The initiative serves as a clear demonstration of PM Narendra Modi’s steadfast dedication to driving reform efforts that promote sustainable fiscal practices and safeguard the welfare of … Read more
Unified Pension System: The Narendra Modi-led government has approved a new pension scheme, the Unified Pension Scheme, which will come into effect in the next fiscal year, i.e. FY2025-26. After facing much criticism for removing the Old Pension Scheme, the NDA government has introduced the Unified Pension Scheme, which amalgamates the advantages of the previous … Read more