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India's social security coverage doubles to 48.8 pc: Minister
New Delhi, March 6: Social security coverage in India has doubled from 24.4 per cent to 48.8 per cent, said Union Minister for Labour and Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya.
Tejashwi Yadav demands social security pension be increased to Rs 1,500 ahead of Bihar Budget
Patna, March 3: A day ahead of the state Budget, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav, on Sunday, said that the state provides the lowest social security pension in the country, and demanded an increase in the pension amount from Rs 400 to Rs 1,500 per month, emphasising the need for stronger welfare measures.
Centre mulls 'Universal Pension Scheme' to secure retirement for all Indians
New Delhi, Feb 27: The Central government is likely to introduce a Universal Pension Scheme to ensure social security for every Indian.
Elon Musk: Potential to increase actual dollars received by citizens & better healthcare
Washington DC February 24: The directive from the Trump Administration asking federal asking federal employees what they worked on last week has run into opposition from several government agencies, reported CNN.
Over 17 lakh new workers enrolled for ESIC benefits in Dec
New Delhi, Feb 21: The payroll data of the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) released on Friday show that as many as 17.01 lakh new employees were added in December 2024 while 20,360 new establishments were brought under the social security ambit of the ESI Scheme during the month, ensuring social security to more workers.
Labour-Employment ministry Secy leads Indian delegation at first G20 Employment Working Group Meeting
New Delhi, February 19: Sumita Dawra, Secretary at the Ministry of Labour and Employment, led the Indian delegation at the first G20 Employment Working Group (EWG) meeting under the South African Presidency, held from February 18-21 at Port Elizabeth, South Africa, a statement by the Ministry of Labour and Employment said.
e-Shram Portal: 30.58 crore unorganised workers registered by far
New Delhi, February 3: About 30.58 crore unorganised workers have registered on e-Shram portal as of January 28, the government informed Parliament on Monday.
Over 30.58 crore workers registered on e-Shram Portal for benefits under govt schemes
New Delhi, Feb 3: Over 30.58 crore unorganised workers have been registered on the e-Shram Portal for receiving benefits under various social welfare schemes of the government as of Jan 28 this year, the Parliament was informed on Monday.
Union Minister hails Budget for 80 pc hike in outlay to Rs 32,646 crore for labour welfare, benefits to gig workers
New Delhi, Feb 2: Union Minister of Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2025-26 for the nearly 80 per cent hike in allocation to a record Rs 32,646 crore for the Ministry of Labour & Employment and the social security benefit for gig workers.
Transformative step: Centre's social security initiative for gig workers hailed as game-changer by healthcare experts
New Delhi, February 2: Healthcare experts have welcomed the introduction of a social security scheme for gig workers, which provides ID cards, registration on the e-Shram portal, and health cover for one crore gig workers.
Budget 2025: FM proposes ID cards for gig workers, UPI-linked credit cards for street vendors
New Delhi, February 1: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Budget speech today, announced that her government will provide ID cards to gig workers. Gig worker will also be provided access to healthcare via a social security scheme.
FM Sitharaman's announcements for internet in govt schools, social security for gig workers
New Delhi, Feb 1: Presenting her eighth consecutive Union Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a slew of initiatives for the poor and marginalised sections including the gig workers. Her blueprint for 'Viksit Bharat' includes a social security plan for gig workers and a major thrust on addressing the educational gaps in government-run schools.
Odisha CM launches social security allowance increased to Rs 3,500
Kendujhar, January 16: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has launched a social security allowance, which has been increased to Rs 3,500 for the eligible beneficiaries.
Bhashini-Enabled e-Shram Portal now available in all 22 Scheduled Languages
New Delhi, January 7: Union Minister of Labour and Employment Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, launched the multilingual functionality on e-Shram portal, during an event held in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Trade Unions demand super-rich tax, hike in corporate tax and raising income tax exemption limit to Rs 10 lakh
New Delhi, January 6: In their customary pre-budget meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday, trade union leaders suggested a super-rich tax and an increase in corporate tax to fund social security for informal workers.