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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Now, Ladli Behnas will get 1500 from Diwali, says CM
Indore: Chief minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday announced a significant increase in the financial assistance provided under the popular 'Ladli Behna Yojana', stating that beneficiaries will receive Rs 1,500 per month starting from Diwali . This marks an increase from the current Rs 1,250. Additionally, beneficiaries will receive an extra Rs 250 on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Speaking to reporters in Indore, CM Yadav also sharply criticised state Congress president Jitu Patwari for his recent claims that the govt was 'stealing' funds borrowed in the name of the scheme for 'political extravagance'. "The state Congress President should be ashamed of using such language. He should engage in politics within limits and choose his words carefully," Yadav stated, adding that "Those who do not understand things make immature statements. " Responding directly to Patwari's allegations of 'political extravagance', Yadav said, "It was the Congress that indulged in (political) extravagance. Records of indulgence bear the names of Congress leaders. They used to plunder the public exchequer when in power. In their regime, even women were dismembered and thrown into furnaces." The CM reiterated the ruling BJP's commitment to eventually provide Rs 3,000 per month to women beneficiaries under the 'Ladli Behna scheme' before the 2028 assembly elections. The scheme, which was launched by the then CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan ahead of 2023 assembly polls, was termed by the experts as a 'game-changer' in gaining popularity and winning the elections.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Promotion of state govt staff sets in motion after cabinet nod
Bhopal: As the Madhya Pradesh cabinet paved way for the promotion of govt employees after nine years, the departments will soon start the promotion process based on the cabinet decision. Meanwhile, SAPAKS is preparing to challenge the new promotion rules in court. The govt is also aware of the issue and has directed the departments to expedite the promotion of govt employees, as per the rules cleared in the cabinet meeting. The process will commence soon after the departments receive the notification from the general administration department in this regard. Chief minister Mohan Yadav chaired the cabinet meeting held on Tuesday in the secretariat. The cabinet approved the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Promotion Rules, 2025, ensuring the representation and protection of the interests of the reserved categories. Provisions include a 20% reservation for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 16% for Scheduled Castes (SC). SC and ST public servants will also have the opportunity for promotion based on merit. SAPAKS, an organisation of general category, OBC, and minority govt employees, president KS Tomar said, "We have no option but to challenge the rules in court." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later! [Video] getfittoday Undo After the cabinet meeting, the govt stated that it has been provided that promotion committees may meet in the current year itself to prepare selection lists for the next year's vacancies, i.e., provisions for advance DPCs (Departmental Promotion Committees) have been included. Due weightage is given to seniority, and among senior officials, those obtaining the minimum qualifying marks will be eligible for promotion. For Class I officers, a merit-cum-seniority principle will apply. The rules aim to encourage efficiency, with clear criteria defining ineligibility for promotion. Circumstances under which an official becomes ineligible and the impact of penalties are clearly outlined. Provisions have been made for holding review DPCs for reconsideration of decisions. The new rules eliminate the system of rotation, which will help create more promotional posts. DPCs are empowered to determine the suitability of candidates, the govt stated. The problem for the general category employees is that SC and ST public servants will also have the opportunity for promotion based on merit, in addition to the 20% reservation for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 16% for Scheduled Castes (SC). The govt is aware of the grounds on which the promotion rules will be challenged in court, and officials mentioned they have also done their homework. The promotion of the state govt employees has been on hold since 2016. Over a lakh of govt employees have retired while waiting to get promotions.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
CM to inaugurate workshop on astronomy in Ujjain on Saturday
Bhopal: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate a national workshop on the theme "Astronomy and Indian Knowledge Tradition" on Saturday at the Varahamihira Astronomical Observatory in Dongla, Ujjain. The workshop will witness the participation of eminent scientists and academicians from across the country. A variety of educational and scientific activities will take place during the event, including a yoga camp, zero shadow observation, science show, STEM workshop, lectures, and discussion sessions. The focus of the workshop will be on the traditions of Indian astronomy and their scientific relevance. Experts will hold detailed discussions on the integration of Indian knowledge systems with modern science. The event will strive to connect India's ancient intellectual heritage with contemporary scientific advancements. The workshop is being jointly organised under the aegis of the Madhya Pradesh Council of Science and Technology, Bhopal Vijnana Bharati; Acharya Varahamihira Nyas, Ujjain; Indian Institute of Technology, Indore; Vikram University, Ujjain; Madhya Pradesh Hindi Granth Academy, Bhopal; and Veer Bharat Nyas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 임플란트, 지금 시작하세요 [자세히 보기] 임플란트 더 알아보기 Undo During the programme, CM Yadav will observe the 'zero shadow' phenomenon using a Shanku Yantra at the Padmashri Dr Vishnu Shridhar Wakankar Observatory. He will also inaugurate an ultra-modern planetarium constructed by Acharya Varahamihira Nyas with support from Avada Foundation. A planetarium show will also be presented on the occasion. Yadav will address the inaugural session of the national workshop in the observatory auditorium, where a discussion will take place on the subject of astronomy and the Indian knowledge tradition. A cutting-edge digital planetarium has been established in the village of Dongla by Acharya Varahamihira Nyas, with financial support from the Avada Foundation and technical collaboration from Deep Sky Planetarium, Kolkata. The planetarium aims to provide knowledge about astronomy and quench curiosity regarding natural phenomena among the general rural population and schoolchildren. The planetarium is equipped with an 8-metre diameter FRP dome, an E-Vision 4 digital projector, and a digital sound system. The air-conditioned spherical theatre can accommodate 55 people at a time, offering a thrilling and informative experience of cosmic events. The cost of the planetarium is approximately Rs 1.6 crore, said an official press note.
New Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Diwali brings festive cheer to Ladli Behnas as monthly aid hiked to Rs 1,500: MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav
BHOPAL: The long-awaited Rs 250 monthly hike under the Chief Minister Ladli Behna Scheme will happen on the festival of lights – Diwali, chief minister Dr Mohan Yadav announced on Thursday. 'Our Sankalp Patra (2023 poll manifesto) promised to raise the monthly sum under the scheme to Rs 3000 in five years. We will give additional Rs 250 (above the Rs 1250 per month sum) on Raksha Bandhan and then hike the monthly sum to Rs 1500 from Diwali,' the MP CM announced in Indore on Thursday. 'We'll increase the monthly sum again in 2026 and then in 2027 and by the time of the next assembly elections in 2028, we will hike the monthly sum to Rs 3000 at all costs,' Yadav added. The scheme aimed to render monthly financial benefits to financially weak women was launched by then MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan in June 2023 at Jabalpur, by crediting the first Rs 1000 monthly instalment into the accounts of the beneficiaries. Chouhan, the current union agriculture minister, had at the time of the scheme's launch in June 2023, promised to increase the monthly benefits under the scheme gradually by Rs 250 per month over a period of time, to ultimately take the monthly sum to Rs 3000.
Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Ladli Behna scheme aid increased by ₹250 per month, says CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday announced an increase in monthly financial assistance under the Ladli Behna Scheme by ₹250. Starting this Diwali in October, the amount will be increased from ₹1,250 to ₹1,500 per month for eligible women. Addressing a programme organised in Talun village of Barwani on World Sickle Cell Day, online from the Indore collectorate, CM Yadav said, 'Just like last year, we will provide ₹250 extra in the month of August on the occasion of Rakshabandhan. From October, the monthly assistance will be increased to ₹1,500.' Currently, the scheme benefits about 12.7 million women in the age group of 21 years to 60 years. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government started the scheme in March 2023, and in the manifesto of the Assembly Election 2023, the BJP had announced to increase the amount to ₹3,000 per month. After the election, the opposition raised the matter on many occasions. Also Read: Madhya Pradesh's 'Ladli Behna' comes as succour for poor but price rise hurts CM Yadav participated in the event from Indore as his helicopter did not take off due to inclement weather. Governor Mangubhai Patel and deputy chief minister Rajendra Shukla travelled by road to attend the programme.
