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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Karnataka ex-servicemen raise alarm over fake military liquor; call for excise dept action, urge protection for legitimate users
The District Ex-Servicemen Association seeks action against fake military liquor. They want to ensure genuine users face no supply issues MADIKERI: The District Ex-Servicemen Association has called for action against fake military-branded liquor while ensuring legitimate users face no disruption in supply. The onus is on the Excise Department to prevent any fraudulent activities. Retired Major General B.A. Cariappa, President of the association, and retired Major Odiyanda S. Chingappa, Secretary, highlighted that the district has over 8,000 ex-servicemen and their dependents. They clarified that the consumption of military liquor at gatherings involving service personnel and their dependents remains acceptable. However, they emphasised the need for departmental intervention against fake military-branded liquor distribution. They affirmed that ex-servicemen sharing their allocated liquor with family and relatives is permissible. The association maintains that ex-servicemen should not engage in selling liquor from their facilities, supporting enforcement actions in such instances. They confirmed their intention to communicate these guidelines to their members. A recent association meeting at their Madikeri office, led by President Cariappa, addressed several issues, including the delay in conducting soldiers' Adalat. The association requested an immediate meeting under the district minister's leadership. The meeting also discussed the requirement for a community hall and land allocation for association activities. The association, on the occasion, encouraged ex-servicemen and dependents to join and utilise Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme facilities.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Labour welfare schemes extend support to over 50 lakh unorganised workers across India
New Delhi [India] June 17 (ANI): The Ministry of Labour & Employment-led welfare schemes have extended support to over 50 lakh unorganised workers across India, particularly in the Beedi, Cine, and Mining sectors, the Ministry of Labour & Employment said in a release. 'With a direct impact on over 50 lakh workers and their families, these schemes form a cornerstone of the government's inclusive and compassionate labour welfare strategy,' the Ministry added. The Labour Welfare Organisation (LWO), functioning under DGLW, administers these schemes across the country through a well-coordinated network of 18 Welfare Commissioners, who oversee implementation at the regional level. The LWO's goal is to provide social protection, health services, financial assistance for education, and housing support to workers often located in remote and underserved regions. One of the key components of the welfare framework is the Education Assistance Scheme, which provides annual scholarships ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 25,000 for the wards of Beedi, Cine, and non-coal mine workers. The scheme, implemented via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), receives over one lakh applications every year, with direct benefit transfer (DBT) ensuring transparent and timely disbursement. Healthcare support under the Health Scheme includes outpatient services through a national network of dispensaries, as well as reimbursement for specialised treatments for critical illnesses such as heart disease, kidney transplantation, cancer, tuberculosis, and minor surgeries. The financial assistance ranges from Rs 30,000 for minor surgeries to Rs 7.5 lakh for cancer treatment, ensuring access to life-saving healthcare for low-income workers. Although the Revised Integrated Housing Scheme (RIHS) introduced in 2016 has now been sunset and merged with Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), the Ministry continues to disburse pending instalments to eligible beneficiaries until 31 March 2024. The Ministry said that these targeted schemes not only improve the quality of life and social security of unorganised sector workers but also underscore the government's vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas in action. (ANI)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Labour Welfare schemes extend support to 50 lakh workers across country
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The Ministry of Labour & Employment, through the Directorate General of Labour Welfare (DGLW), continues to implement a range of welfare schemes dedicated to improving the lives of unorganised workers in India, particularly in the Beedi, Cine, and Mining sectors. With a direct impact on over 50 lakh workers and their families, these schemes form a cornerstone of the government's inclusive and compassionate labour welfare strategy, as per a release. The Labour Welfare Organisation (LWO), functioning under DGLW, administers these schemes across the country through a well-coordinated network of 18 Welfare Commissioners, who oversee implementation at the regional level. The overarching goal is to provide social protection, health services, financial assistance for education, and housing support to workers often located in remote and underserved regions. One of the key components of the welfare framework is the Education Assistance Scheme, which provides annual scholarships ranging from 1,000 to 25,000 for the wards of Beedi, Cine, and non-coal mine workers. The scheme, implemented via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), receives over one lakh applications every year, with direct benefit transfer (DBT) ensuring transparent and timely disbursement. Healthcare support under the Health Scheme includes outpatient services through a national network of dispensaries, as well as reimbursement for specialised treatments for critical illnesses such as heart disease, kidney transplantation, cancer, tuberculosis, and minor surgeries. The financial assistance ranges from 30,000 for minor surgeries to 7.5 lakh for cancer treatment, ensuring access to life-saving healthcare for low-income workers. Although the Revised Integrated Housing Scheme (RIHS) introduced in 2016 has now been sunset and merged with Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), the Ministry continues to disburse pending installments to eligible beneficiaries until 31 March 2024, honoring the government's commitment to housing dignity for all. These targeted schemes not only improve the quality of life and social security of unorganised sector workers but also underscore the government's vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas in action. The Ministry reaffirms its dedication to welfare-driven governance and will continue to strengthen the framework to make it more accessible, technology-enabled, and outcome-focused in the coming years. (ANI)
Mint
4 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Labour welfare schemes extend support to over 50 lakh unorganised workers across India
New Delhi [India] June 17 (ANI): The Ministry of Labour & Employment-led welfare schemes have extended support to over 50 lakh unorganised workers across India, particularly in the Beedi, Cine, and Mining sectors, the Ministry of Labour & Employment said in a release. "With a direct impact on over 50 lakh workers and their families, these schemes form a cornerstone of the government's inclusive and compassionate labour welfare strategy," the Ministry added. The Labour Welfare Organisation (LWO), functioning under DGLW, administers these schemes across the country through a well-coordinated network of 18 Welfare Commissioners, who oversee implementation at the regional level. The LWO's goal is to provide social protection, health services, financial assistance for education, and housing support to workers often located in remote and underserved regions. One of the key components of the welfare framework is the Education Assistance Scheme, which provides annual scholarships ranging from ₹ 1,000 to ₹ 25,000 for the wards of Beedi, Cine, and non-coal mine workers. The scheme, implemented via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), receives over one lakh applications every year, with direct benefit transfer (DBT) ensuring transparent and timely disbursement. Healthcare support under the Health Scheme includes outpatient services through a national network of dispensaries, as well as reimbursement for specialised treatments for critical illnesses such as heart disease, kidney transplantation, cancer, tuberculosis, and minor surgeries. The financial assistance ranges from ₹ 30,000 for minor surgeries to ₹ 7.5 lakh for cancer treatment, ensuring access to life-saving healthcare for low-income workers. Although the Revised Integrated Housing Scheme (RIHS) introduced in 2016 has now been sunset and merged with Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), the Ministry continues to disburse pending instalments to eligible beneficiaries until 31 March 2024. The Ministry said that these targeted schemes not only improve the quality of life and social security of unorganised sector workers but also underscore the government's vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas in action. (ANI)
New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Stop discrimination against DGEHS patients: Government
NEW DELHI: The Health and Family Welfare department has issued an order warning to private hospitals over discriminatory practices against Delhi Government Employees Health Scheme (DGEHS) cardholders. The department flagged concerns about empanelled hospitals restricting consultation hours for these patients and denying admission to those in critical condition. The order followed a string of complaints about delayed admissions, restricted consultations, and refusals to treat critically ill patients referred by government departments to private hospitals, officials said. Calling these practices a violation of agreed terms, the order noted that some hospitals were assigning specific doctors exclusively to DGEHS cardholders. Additionally, the order said, that instances have been reported where empanelled hospitals have refused to admit seriously ill patients referred by government departments.
