PSA warns vs. fake news that it grants ayuda to senior citizens
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Regional Statistical Services Office on Tuesday warned the public against fake news spreading online about ayuda or cash assistance given by the agency to senior citizens with a National ID.
In a statement on Tuesday, the PSA clarified that it is not granting ayuda or cash assistance to senior citizens.
'The PSA emphasizes that any ayuda or cash assistance for the Senior Citizens are not granted by PSA. Thus, the registration on National ID may be a requirement of the concerned agency for their beneficiaries' specially senior citizens,' PSA said Tuesday in a statement.
'In various transactions, the National ID is accepted as valid proof of identity. It is also used in applying for government benefits, such benefits are granted based on the rules and regulations of the concerned agency,' it added.
PSA also urged the public to follow and visit its website or Facebook page or the PhilSys site to acquire legitimate information. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BM, GMA Integrated News
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
GMA Network
2 days ago
- GMA Network
3 auto shops raided in Davao for illegal importation, rebuilding of right-hand vehicles
Authorities raided three auto surplus shops in Davao City for allegedly illegally importing and rebuilding right-hand-drive vehicles. In a statement on Wednesday, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said initial investigation revealed the surplus shops are not accredited to import, rebuild, or deal in right-hand drive motor vehicles. LTO said it found employees engaged in rebuilding right-hand drive motor vehicles in the backyard of their premises. 'This is part of our sustained operations since the raid we conducted in Quezon City last month against these kinds of illegal activities. We are conducting an investigation and charges will be filed,' LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said. 'The importation of right-hand drive motor vehicles is also illegal itself,' he added, citing Republic Act 8506, which has a penalty of imprisonment and a fine of P50,000. The law states that, 'It shall be unlawful for any person to import, cause the importation of, register, cause the registration of, use, or operate any vehicle with its steering wheel right-hand side thereof in any highway, street or road, whether private or public or of the national or local government.' During the raid on May 21, authorities also impounded about 45 right-hand drive vehicles from the said surplus shops.—Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
4 days ago
- GMA Network
Animal welfare group, school condemn dog cruelty in Pangasinan, Iloilo
Two separate incidents of animal cruelty that occurred in Pangasinan and Iloilo drew flak from an animal welfare group and a school. In CCTV footage, a dog is seen being dragged by a motorcycle in Calasio, Pangasinan. The incident was reported to the barangay, but the suspect has yet to be identified. According to a barangay personnel, the suspect is not a resident of the area. It is also unclear what happened to the dog. The Animal Investigation Project, who condemned the incident, said the dog would most likely die from the injuries it sustained from being dragged by the motorcycle. The investigation is still ongoing. Meanwhile, in Iloilo City, a security guard was relieved from his duty on a university campus after firing a gun. A video showed that two dogs were running after a gun was fired. The security guard admitted the incident. According to the police, the security guard said the dogs have rabies, pose as a threat to students, and that they scatter garbage. GMA Regional TV is reaching out to the security guard, but he has been relieved from his work. The university condemned the incident, while the police said it would help those who plan to file a case against the security guard, who may face charges for violating the Animal Welfare Act. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BAP, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
28-05-2025
- GMA Network
Man killed after being sideswiped by bus in Quezon
A man was killed after he was hit by a bus in Atimonan, Quezon on Wednesday evening. According to a 'Saksi' report, initial investigation showed the victim was pushing his cart along a highway in Barangay Angeles when he was hit by the bus at around 9 p.m. The bus allegedly tried to avoid the victim, which resulted in a collision with an Elf truck. The truck driver and his passenger were injured, while the passengers of the bus were declared safe. Meanwhile, the bus driver and conductor fled after the accident. Investigation is currently ongoing. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
