financial inclusion

In an exciting stride towards rural empowerment, the Meghalaya Basin Development Authority's MegLIFE project has joined forces with Meghalaya Rural Bank. This innovative partnership, solidified by an MoU, is set to enhance financial inclusion by creating credit pathways for Integrated Village Cooperative Societies.

IPO-bound Hero FinCorp is strategically leveraging AI for future growth, alongside focusing on 'Aspiring India' households and asset inclusion. The NBFC aims to raise approximately Rs 3,700 crore through its public offering. The company is utilizing AI for a real-time predictive risk intelligence system and to enhance customer service, demonstrating a significant evolution from its initial two-wheeler financing.

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida released over Rs 61 crore to more than 79,000 women previously excluded from the Subhadra scheme due to technical and verification issues. This direct benefit transfer aims to ensure all eligible women receive financial empowerment, with a focus on resolving pending cases and expediting inclusion.

New SMC guidelines for schools launched; social audits and structured planning form core of reforms

The Directorate of Education has mandated that private schools in Delhi must collect fees on a monthly basis, prohibiting any compulsion for advance or lump-sum payments. This directive aims to alleviate financial hardship for parents, particularly those from low and middle-income groups, ensuring equitable access to education. Schools must prominently display this order and face strict action for non-compliance.

At its core, gratuity continues to be a statutory payment made by an employer when the employee exits after meeting certain conditions. In most cases, employees need to complete five years of continuous service with the same employer to become eligible.

Maruti Suzuki employees, through their eParivartan initiative, dedicated over 2,600 hours to more than 30 community activities. These efforts, including blood donation drives and assembling wheelchairs, positively impacted over 8,700 individuals. Volunteers also supported shelter home residents and engaged with underprivileged youth and specially-abled children, fostering learning and well-being.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Ministry of Education, CBSE and all states over complaints that private schools are prescribing expensive books from private publishers. The commission has sought reports on compliance with RTE norms and asked authorities to review textbook practices and school bag policies.

Indraprastha College for Women celebrated Samanvay 2026, marking its centenary legacy and honoring student achievements. The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, addressed the gathering, emphasising women's empowerment and critical thinking

Ranveer Singh's exit from Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 3' stemmed from creative clashes over the film's tone. Singh reportedly pushed for darker themes and stronger language, aligning with current trends, while Akhtar aimed to preserve the iconic franchise's original, less explicit style. This disagreement led to Singh's departure and potential financial repercussions for the project.