While both schemes are for children and offer financial security, they differ in their purposes.

Residents of Madhya Pradesh can benefit from various social security and welfare programmes run by the state government by checking their eligibility on the ‘Samagra Portal’, launched by the state government in 2010

The Jan Soochna Portal by the Rajasthan government provides all information about different government schemes for the residents of the state at one place

Many government employees’ associations have been demanding the restoration of the old pension system, claiming the new pension system is against their interest.

Individuals aged 60 and older and eligible retirees above 55 but less than 60 can open the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) account.

According to the 2011 census, the number of people aged 60 and above in India is expected to reach 178.59 million by 2031 and 300.96 million by 2051

Mutual funds have historically outperformed other traditional avenues of investment. So, it’s important to include them in your financial pan if you want to build a good corpus for your retirement

As people age, they often prioritise experiences over material possessions. For many seniors, using their retirement funds to fulfil their travel goals can be a rewarding way to enjoy their golden years

The government has increased the rate of interest on Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme, Kisan Vikas Patra, and other post office time deposits. Should you invest in these small savings schemes now?