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News18
26-05-2025
- General
- News18
UPSC CDS: Grandfather's Dream In Her Heart, Rohtak Girl Set To Join Indian Army With AIR 3
Last Updated: Harshita credits her grandfather, Ran Singh, a retired PWD Superintendent, for inspiring her to aim high and nurturing her dream of becoming a gazetted officer In a remarkable feat, a young woman from Haryana's Rohtak district has secured the third rank (AIR-3) nationwide in the UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) examination. Fulfilling her grandfather's long-cherished dream of seeing her become a gazetted officer, Harshita Kadian is now set to serve the nation as an officer in the Indian Army. The UPSC conducts the CDS exam twice a year to recruit eligible candidates for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Harshita received her primary education from OP Modern Jindal School in Hisar and later completed her honours degree in History at Delhi University. Her family, deeply rooted in the field of education, runs an English and IELTS coaching academy in Hisar. Her father, Ashok Kadian, and mother, Kiran Kadian, have been instrumental in her success. Harshita's family originally comes from Dubaldhan village in Jhajjar district. Her grandfather, Ran Singh, retired as a Superintendent from the Public Works Department (PWD), and her grandmother, Omvati Devi, is a retired government Hindi teacher. Harshita credits her grandfather for instilling in her the passion for success and the aspiration to become a gazetted officer. Harshita attributes her success to her relentless hard work and confidence. 'Respect for the Army uniform has always been close to my heart. Today, my family is proud that I will soon be serving the nation as an officer," she said.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Rohtak girl Harshita Kadian bags 3rd all-India rank in Combined Defence Services exam
1 2 3 Rohtak: Rohtak resident Harshita Kadian has secured the third all-India rank (AIR) in the Combined Defence Services (CDS) examination, the result of which was announced on Friday evening. CDS is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission ( UPSC ) twice a year to recruit candidates for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Harshita completed her schooling at OP Modern Jindal School, Hisar, and pursued history honours from Delhi University. She hails from an academically inclined family, her father, Ashok Kadian, and mother, Kiran Kadian, own an English-speaking and IELTS preparation academy in Hisar. The roots of the Kadian family trace to Dubaldhan village in Jhajjar district. Her grandfather, Ran Singh, is a retired superintendent from the public works department, and her grandmother, Omwati Devi, retired as a govt Hindi teacher. "The respect for the army uniform has always lived in my heart. Today, my entire family is proud that I will soon serve the nation as an officer," Harshita said. She added her grandfather always dreamt of seeing her become a gazetted officer. "He instilled in me the passion to succeed. Two things have always stayed with me – hard work and self-belief," he said.
News18
18-05-2025
- Business
- News18
Want To Support Your Retired Mother? SCSS Lets You Gift Rs 30 Lakh Without Any Tax
Last Updated: SCSS: Any gift from a son or daughter to their senior citizen mother for investment in SCSS is tax-free under Section 56 of the Income Tax Act. SCSS: A Win-Win for Tax Saving and Retirement Planning SCSS: Planning to secure your mother's retirement while looking for an option to save taxes as well. You can gift your senior citizen mother up to Rs. 30 lakhs for investment in the Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS) FDR. This regular interest income helps her stay self-reliant in her old age. CA Kinjal Shah, Secretary BCAS has decoded SCSS scheme and its tax implications. Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS) – Key Highlights SCSS is a government-backed fixed deposit scheme offering assured returns for senior citizens. Eligibility: – Individuals aged 60 years and above. – Individuals aged 55-60 years who have retired under Superannuation, VRS, or Special VRS. – Retired Defence Services personnel aged 50 years and above (excluding civilian employees). The account can be opened individually or jointly with a spouse. You can deposit a minimum of Rs 1,000 and a maximum of Rs 30 lakhs, in multiples of Rs 1,000. The tenure is 5 years from the date of account opening. The account can be extended for an additional 3 years after maturity. Interest is payable quarterly on the first working day of April, July, October, and January. Interest does not accrue further if it is not claimed. The account can be closed prematurely after one year, subject to specific conditions. Investment Deduction (Section 80C): Deduction up to ₹1.50 lakhs is available in the year of investment. Interest Income: The interest income is taxable. Interest Deduction (Section 80TTB): Deduction up to ₹50,000 can be claimed on the total interest earned from deposits in banks, post offices, etc., including SCSS. Tax Implications Under SCSS Any gift from a son or daughter to their senior citizen mother for investment in SCSS is tax-free under Section 56 of the Income Tax Act. How to Open an Account SCSS accounts can be opened at public and private sector banks or post offices. To open an account, fill out the application form and submit your PAN card, address proof, and passport-size photographs. Deposits below ₹1 lakh can be made in cash, while amounts above ₹1 lakh must be made by cheque. Upon successful submission, an SCSS account will be opened, and a passbook will be provided. First Published: May 18, 2025, 11:18 IST
Mint
07-05-2025
- General
- Mint
Mock drills: Hours after Operation Sindoor, India holds civil defence exercise in cities, high-threat districts
Mock drills: Hours after Operation Sindoor, India holds civil defence exercise in cities, high-threat districts | Photos 10 Photos . Updated: 07 May 2025, 07:41 PM IST On May 7, India conducted nationwide civil defence mock drills involving schools, markets, and public spaces to test emergency preparedness. The drills coincided with heightened tensions following India's Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory strike against terror camps in Pakistan. 1/10In the wake of escalating tensions with Pakistan and the execution of Operation Sindoor—a series of precision strikes targeting terrorist infrastructure in response to the Pahalgam attack—India conducts comprehensive emergency preparedness mock drills across the nation. These exercises aim to enhance civilian readiness amid the current security climate. 2/10At Noida's Botanical Garden Metro Station, a sniffer dog inspects an unattended bag as part of a mock drill. The exercise tests the coordination between metro security, canine units, and emergency response teams in high-footfall public transport zones. 3/10Civil defence volunteers check air raid sirens in Mumbai, ensuring alert systems function effectively to warn citizens in case of real emergencies. 4/10In New Delhi, children in school uniforms crouch under desks and file out in orderly lines during a disaster preparedness mock drill, reinforcing basic evacuation skills essential in times of crisis. 5/10As tensions simmer along the border, drills serve as reminders that national preparedness includes every citizen, every corner, and every moment. 6/10Civil Defence Services, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Mumbai Fire Brigade demonstrate zip line-based evacuation techniques from multi-storey buildings in Mumbai, showcasing real-time response strategies to emergencies. 7/10Across urban and rural India, mock drills unfold in public spaces to build awareness, reduce panic, and enhance coordinated response in times of crisis. Authorities simulate real-world threats to test the speed, discipline, and readiness of India's emergency infrastructure and to prepare common citizens for war-like situations 8/10Civil defence personnel conduct an emergency simulation drill at a marketplace in New Delhi, simulating emergency situations to train vendors and shoppers in rapid response techniques. 9/10As part of the nationwide mock drill, fire drills, evacuation exercises, and bomb threat responses create controlled chaos aiming at instilling calm in case of potential future emergencies.
News18
29-04-2025
- Politics
- News18
Pahalgam Attack: PM Modi Chairs High-level Meet; Tri-Services Chiefs, NSA Doval Present
Last Updated: Terrorists opened fire in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, killing 26 people, mostly Hindus in one of the deadliest terror attacks in the Valley in recent years Pahalgam Terror Attack: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday chaired a high-level security meeting at his residence in New Delhi amid tensions with Pakistan over the dastardly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week where 26 people, including one Nepalese national, were killed. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Services (CDS) General Anil Chauhan, Indian Air Force (IAF) Air Chief Marshal (ACM) AP Singh, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, and Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi were present in the meeting at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg in the capital. The meeting comes ahead of the crucial meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday. PM Modi had chaired the CCS meeting on April 23 evening, immediately after he returned from his curtailed Saudi Arabia. Terrorists opened fire in Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, killing 26 people, mostly Hindus in one of the deadliest terror attacks in the Valley in recent years
