Direct Benefit Transfer News - Latest Updates & Headlines
DBT grew from 28 to 320 schemes saving Rs 3.48 lakh crore: J&K official
New Delhi, April 18: Dr Shakeel Ahmad, Block Development Officer (BDO) in Shopian District of Jammu and Kashmir, highlighted the transformative impact of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, emphasising its role in plugging leakages and improving welfare delivery across India. He said it grew from 28 schemes in 2013-14 to 320 schemes, saving Rs 3.48 lakh crore.
India saved Rs 3.48 lakh crore as DBT cut leakages in last 10 years: Report
New Delhi, April 17: India's Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has resulted in cumulative savings of Rs 3.48 lakh crore through a reduction in leakages that were taking place earlier, and a 16-fold expansion in beneficiary coverage from 11 crore to 176 crore since its launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, according to a report released on Thursday.
Centre disburses over Rs 32.5 crore as scholarships to 92,000 poor kids
New Delhi, April 4: In a significant achievement, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has disbursed financial assistance for education to all eligible applicants under Labour Welfare Schemes meant for wards of beedi, cine, and non-coal mine workers.
TN farmers use PM-KISAN funds for meeting agri and personal expenses, thank Modi govt
Krishnagiri, March 19: Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), one of the flagship schemes of the Modi government was launched in 2019, to assist and empower the farmers by providing them with financial aid. Farmers across the country are taking advantage of this aid, in meeting their agricultural as well as personal expenses.
PM Modi's model of DOGE stopped Rs 5 lakh crore wastage in India
New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently pointed out in his interview with popular American podcaster Lex Fridman, that he has already implemented measures for government efficiency by preventing the wastage of social welfare funds in India much like the goal that is envisaged in President Donald Trump's DOGE programme just introduced in the US.
Union Agriculture Minister takes swipe at Rajiv Gandhi govt over pilferage of Central funds
New Delhi, March 11: Taking a swipe at the Rajiv Gandhi government for its failure to check the pilferage of Central welfare funds, Minister of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday highlighted the gains from the Narendra Modi government's direct benefit transfer (DBT), especially, under the PM-KISAN scheme.
PM Modi talks of India's export boost in defence equipment, toys sector; says over Rs 42 lakh crore transferred to poor through DBT
New Delhi, March 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday talked of his government's success in checking corruption in the delivery of government schemes and said initiatives taken have boosted the country's exports in several sectors including defence.
1,100 out of 1,200 govt schemes now under DBT, says FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, March 1: Out of the 1,200 central and state government schemes, 1,100 are now under the ambit of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, said Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday.
1100 out of 1200 central and state schemes now under DBT eliminating middleman says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
New Delhi, March 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated on Saturday that out of 1,200 central and state government schemes, 1,100 are now under DBT, ensuring that money is transferred directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts.
PM Modi releases installment to 9.8 Crore farmers amounting to more than Rs 22,000 crore
New Delhi, February 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 19th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on Monday in Bhagalpur, Bihar.
PM Modi releases 19th instalment of PM-KISAN, over 9.8 crore farmers get money in accounts
Patna/New Delhi, Feb 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday transferred the 19th tranche of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) into accounts of crores of farmers, from Bihar's Bhagalpur district. An amount of Rs 22,000 crore was transferred into the accounts of over 9.8 crore farmers including 2.41 crore female farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Gujarat: Over 66 lakh farmers receive Rs18,000 crore under PM-KISAN
Gandhinagar, February 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for Viksit Bharat 2047 charts a transformative path for India's progress, with Gujarat at the forefront through remarkable achievements. Acknowledging agriculture as the nation's backbone, according to the statement.
Proud of our Annadatas: PM Modi on PM-KISAN completing 6 years
New Delhi, Feb 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the country is proud of the 'Annadatas' and congratulated farmers across the country on the successful completion of six years of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme.
PM Modi to release 19th instalment of PM-KISAN, farmers event in Bilaspur in the spotlight
New Delhi, Feb 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to release the 19th instalment of PM Kisan Saman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) on February 24. An amount accounting for Rs 22,000 crore will be transferred directly to 9.8 crore farmers' accounts via the DBT (Direct Beneficiary Transfer) scheme.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme: A game changer for farmers in Chhattisgarh's Balod
Balod (Chhattisgarh), Feb 22: Farmers in the Balod district of Chhattisgarh are beaming with joy, and they attribute this happiness to the Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme. They have expressed heartfelt gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the financial assistance provided under this scheme.
Maharashtra: Amit Shah praises CM Fadnavis for efficient execution of PMAY-G
Pune, February 22: Addressing the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G) programme, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his admiration for Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and his team for their swift execution of the housing initiative.
PM-KISAN Yojana: PM Modi to release Rs 22,000 crore to farmers from Bihar's Bhagalpur
New Delhi/Patna, Feb 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release over Rs 22,000 crore to farmers across the country from Bihar's Bhagalpur district on Monday (February 24).
Direct payments and timely support: Rohtak farmers laud 'PM Kisan Samman Nidhi' scheme
Rohtak, Feb 21: A huge number of farmers across the country are benefiting from the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. While talking to them, their happiness can be easily felt. The farmers from Haryana's Rohtak say that since the scheme began, their economic condition has improved, and they have found a lot of relief in their farming activities.
Gareebon ki baat boring hi lagegi: PM Modi attacks Rahul Gandhi in Parliament
New Delhi, February 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took a veiled jab at the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, saying that people who resort to "photo sessions" at the homes of the poor will find boring the discussion in Parliament about such deprived people.
Tsunami of the women centric DBT schemes can bleed state finances: SBI Report
New Delhi, January 25: The Tsunami of the women centric Direct Benefit Transfer schemes announced by various states can bleed the state finances, says a report by State Bank of India.
Telangana government issues guidelines for Rythu Bharosa
Hyderabad, Jan 12: The Telangana government on Sunday issued guidelines for the implementation of the Rythu Bharosa scheme, which is set to be implemented from January 26.