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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Gaudham scheme to aid livestock safety, rural economy in Chhattisgarh
The Chhattisgarh government is set to launch Gaudham (shelter for cows) Yojana to strengthen the rural economy and give a new direction to livestock protection. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said the Gaudham Yojana would ensure livestock safety in the state and provide a source of income to cowherds and cattle attendants. He added that breed improvement efforts will help cattle produce more milk. 'The scheme will also accelerate organic farming and fodder development programmes, thereby creating more rural employment opportunities and strengthening the village economy,' Sai said. Apart from livestock safety and breed improvement, the initiative will open up employment opportunities in villages through organic farming, fodder development, and cow-based industries. Under the Gaudham Yojana, cowherds will receive a monthly honorarium of ₹10,916, while cattle attendants will get ₹13,126 per month. Additionally, a fixed daily allowance will be provided for cattle fodder. Outstanding Gaudhams will receive daily per-animal payments — ₹10 in the first year, ₹20 in the second year, ₹30 in the third year, and ₹35 in the fourth year. The budget, rules, and conditions for the scheme have been finalised to ensure smooth implementation, Sai said, adding that the draft of the Gaudham Yojana has been approved by the Finance and Livestock Development Department. The Livestock Development Department has designed the scheme keeping in mind the safety of cattle seized during illegal transportation or smuggling, as well as stray cattle. The state has already banned illegal trafficking and transportation of animals. Large numbers of cattle are seized by police during anti-smuggling operations along interstate borders. The scheme will ensure a safe shelter for such cattle. Each Gaudham will be able to house around 200 cattles, depending on capacity. There will be no cow dung procurement in Gaudhams. Gaudhams will be established only on government land, based on the proposal of district administration with secure fencing, cattle sheds, adequate water supply, and electricity. If a registered cowshed committee in the vicinity declines to operate a Gaudham, other voluntary organisations -- NGOs, trusts, farmer producer companies, or cooperative societies -- will be eligible to apply for its operation. Financial assistance will also be provided for fodder development on land adjoining Gaudhams — ₹47,000 per acre for fodder cultivation, and ₹2,85,000 for five acres.
News18
10-08-2025
- Politics
- News18
Ladki Bahin Yojana will never be stopped: Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde
Akola (Maharashtra) [India], August 10 (ANI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has asserted that the 'Ladki Bahin' Yojana will 'never be stopped".The scheme, launched by the Women and Child Development Department and the Government of Maharashtra, aims to provide financial support to eligible women across the the scheme, women from age group 21 to 65 are given a financial benefit of Rs 1,500 through direct benefit transfer for improving their health and nutrition and strengthening their decisive role in the family.'When the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana was started, the opposition said that this is an election slogan, this is a false assurance. The opposition may spread as many rumours as they want, but the 'Ladki Bahin' Yojana will never be stopped…"Shinde was in Pune on Saturday to mark one year of the 'Ladki Bahin' in July, a Maharashtra government investigation found that a total of 2,289 women government employees were beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin scheme, state development minister Aditi Tatkare said in a written reply to the Maharashtra identification, the benefits of the scheme were discontinued for the women, Tatkare May, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut launched a scathing attack on the Maharashtra government, claiming that the Ladki Bahin Yojana has been 'closed down" and accusing the ruling coalition of reneging on election promises.'Ladki Bahin has been closed down. Earlier, you said you would give Rs 1,500, now only Rs 500 is being given. During elections, there was talk of giving Rs 2,100. But Ajit Pawar (Deputy CM) denied making any such promise. He said, 'when did I say? I never said such a thing.' But the government is yours, right? You are the deputy CM. When you become a minister, you talk about 'my money, my money' — how is it your money? The money is meant for Ladki Bahin," Raut told reporters then. (ANI)
News18
23-07-2025
- Business
- News18
PM Kisan Scheme: How It Works, Benefits And Eligibility
Providing financial assistance to farmers and easing their initial struggles for crop management, the PM Kisan Yojana has had a significant impact on farmers across India. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) Yojana is a government-sponsored farmer support scheme launched in 2019, providing financial assistance to crop owners and easing their struggles. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive Rs 6,000 from the Indian government annually in three equal instalments per year. The government aims to cover farming costs and other crop-related expenses, which has raised agricultural productivity and boosted farmers' livelihoods. Apart from the annual financial support of Rs 6,000 that helps farmers buy seeds, fertilisers and equipment for their initial farming activities, the PM Kisan encourages modern agricultural practices. With the financial aid provided, farmers can invest in modern tools and techniques. The assistance from the government also reduces debt, as farmers don't necessarily have to borrow money from unorganised sectors anymore. Such loans often come at high interest rates, causing a serious headache on repayment. Eligibility The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana targets small and marginal farmers, who have a holding of up to two acres of land. The following are the eligibility criteria to become a beneficiary of the scheme: The applicant must be an Indian citizen. The land the farmer owns must be cultivable as per the land records maintained by the government. The scheme also allows landholding farmers' families, who have cultivable land in their names, to apply and fetch the benefits. Certain higher economic status categories are not eligible for the PM Kisan scheme, including institutional landholders and farmer families holding constitutional posts. Also not eligible are active, retired officers or employees of the state and central government, PSUs and other autonomous bodies. It further excludes professional doctors, engineers, and lawyers. How To Apply For PM Kisan While the offline process to apply for the PM Kisan scheme involves visiting the nearest Common Service Centres (CSCs), farmers can now enrol themselves with the scheme online as well. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to proceed. Step 1: Visit the official website of PM Kisan ( Step 2: Click on 'New Farmer Registration' Step 3: Provide your Aadhaar number, mobile number and bank account details. Step 4: Upload all the required documents. The website will ask for the land ownership proof to identify you as an eligible farmer. Step 5: Apply for verification Upon verification, the farmer becomes eligible for financial assistance directly into their registered bank account. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
04-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Maid's family earns ₹1 lakh a month ‘without paying any income tax'; son owns expensive mobile phone
A Reddit user from a tier-3 city has stirred a heated discussion online after sharing a post comparing the earnings of their domestic help's family with their own tax-paying salaried income. The post, titled 'Our maid is richer than us now,' quickly gained attention on the platform. In the post, the Redditor claimed their maid earns a combined family income of ₹ 1.3 lakh per month, without paying any tax. They shared that the maid herself earns ₹ 30,000 per month by working from 9 am to 5 pm across three different households. Her husband, who works as a daily wage labourer, brings home another ₹ 30,000 per month. Their elder son earns ₹ 30,000 by working at a saree shop. Meanwhile, their daughter, who is in Class 11 and still learning tailoring, makes ₹ 3,000 a month but is expected to start earning ₹ 15,000 to ₹ 20,000 soon. The Redditor further wrote that the youngest son, who dropped out of school and is training to become a plumber, is projected to earn ₹ 15,000 to ₹ 25,000 monthly in the near future. In another part of the post, the user revealed that the son recently convinced his mother to buy him a OnePlus phone worth ₹ 50,000 to ₹ 60,000, claiming it was for studying, but now uses it mainly for gaming and social media. According to the post, the family's current income is around ₹ 98,000 per month, and it is expected to rise to between ₹ 1.25 lakh and ₹ 1.35 lakh shortly — all tax-free. The Redditor also mentioned that their maid's family pays ₹ 6,000 rent for their small home. Most of their food comes free from government schemes. They also own a house in their native village under the PM Yojana, which they rent out for extra income. The family is also planning to lease their inherited farmland, hoping to earn ₹ 30,000 to ₹ 40,000 every three months.
Mint
04-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Maid's family earns ₹1 lakh a month ‘without paying any income tax'; son owns expensive mobile phone
A Reddit user from a tier-3 city has stirred a heated discussion online after sharing a post comparing the earnings of their domestic help's family with their own tax-paying salaried income. The post, titled 'Our maid is richer than us now,' quickly gained attention on the platform. In the post, the Redditor claimed their maid earns a combined family income of ₹ 1.3 lakh per month, without paying any tax. They shared that the maid herself earns ₹ 30,000 per month by working from 9 am to 5 pm across three different households. Her husband, who works as a daily wage labourer, brings home another ₹ 30,000 per month. Their elder son earns ₹ 30,000 by working at a saree shop. Meanwhile, their daughter, who is in Class 11 and still learning tailoring, makes ₹ 3,000 a month but is expected to start earning ₹ 15,000 to ₹ 20,000 soon. The Redditor further wrote that the youngest son, who dropped out of school and is training to become a plumber, is projected to earn ₹ 15,000 to ₹ 25,000 monthly in the near future. In another part of the post, the user revealed that the son recently convinced his mother to buy him a OnePlus phone worth ₹ 50,000 to ₹ 60,000, claiming it was for studying, but now uses it mainly for gaming and social media. According to the post, the family's current income is around ₹ 98,000 per month, and it is expected to rise to between ₹ 1.25 lakh and ₹ 1.35 lakh shortly — all tax-free. The Redditor also mentioned that their maid's family pays ₹ 6,000 rent for their small home. Most of their food comes free from government schemes. They also own a house in their native village under the PM Yojana, which they rent out for extra income. The family is also planning to lease their inherited farmland, hoping to earn ₹ 30,000 to ₹ 40,000 every three months. Sharing their thoughts, the Reddit user concluded the post by saying, *"Don't get me wrong, I'm genuinely happy for her. She's worked hard and deserves every bit of it. But it does make you wonder, who really belongs to the middle class now?"
