Senior Citizen

Madras HC: FDs, jewellery qualify as property under Senior Citizens Act

In a recent judgement, the Madras High Court held that fixed deposits (FDs) and jewels come under the definition of property under the Senior Citizen Act, 2007

Updated On: 10 Mar 2025 | 4:04 PM IST

InvAscent invests Rs 110 cr in integrated geriatric care provider Geri Care

Geri Care intends to utilise the funds to expand its services across key cities in southern India, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Coimbatore

Updated On: 27 Jan 2025 | 2:42 PM IST

IDBI Bank unveils Chiranjeevi Super Senior Citizen FD, offers 8.5% interest

This scheme offers an additional 65 basis points (bps) over the bank's standard fixed deposit rates and 15 basis points (bps) over the senior citizen rates

Updated On: 13 Jan 2025 | 6:14 PM IST

Silver lining: FMCG firms roll out tailored offerings for golden years

Affluent and health conscious, mature consumers are becoming selective about what they buy. Businesses are stepping up to meet their needs

Updated On: 20 Dec 2024 | 11:33 PM IST

Ahead of Delhi polls, Kejriwal announces free treatment for senior citizens

Ahead of the 2025 Delhi elections, Arvind Kejriwal announces free treatment for those aged 60 years and above under the Sanjeevani Yojana if AAP retains power

Updated On: 18 Dec 2024 | 5:13 PM IST

GenWise launches UPI payments for senior citizens with secure interface

This is the industry's first-ever introduction of UPI for elders, offering a simple user interface, enhanced security, and cyber fraud awareness

Updated On: 08 Nov 2024 | 6:30 PM IST

Ayushman Bharat expansion to benefit elderly; experts raise key concerns

The scheme provides a cashless and paperless benefit cover of Rs 5 lakh per annum per family on a floater basis in empanelled hospitals across India

Updated On: 31 Oct 2024 | 10:58 AM IST

Your granpa and ma, parents may be at risk of fraud. Here's how to help

When older individuals fall victim to financial scams, the impact can be severe

Updated On: 01 Aug 2024 | 4:02 PM IST

Senior Citizen FDs in July: Banks offering 8-9% interest rates for 3-5 yrs

Senior Citizen Fixed Deposits provide a safe investment option with guaranteed returns over a fixed period of time

Updated On: 19 Jul 2024 | 11:58 AM IST

Budget 2024: Will the govt bring back fare concessions for senior citizens?

Union Budget 2024: According to RTI disclosures, Indian Railways earned around Rs 2,242 crore from about 150 million senior citizens during the financial year 2022-23

Updated On: 24 Jun 2024 | 5:34 PM IST

Indian senior living market has potential to touch $12 bn by 2030: Report

Rise in median age and ageing population to fuel increase in demand for senior housing

Updated On: 13 May 2024 | 7:11 PM IST

FD or SCSS? Best low-risk investment options for senior citizens

Some of the popular investment options are fixed deposits and recurring deposits. These are one of the most common types of investment for retired individuals.

Updated On: 06 Mar 2024 | 9:37 AM IST

DGCA fines Air India Rs 30 lakh over failure to provide wheelchair

The 80-year-old passenger died of heart attack after he walked from plane to the terminal in Mumbai airport

Updated On: 29 Feb 2024 | 7:02 PM IST

World Senior Citizens Day 2023: History, Importance, Motive and Wishes

World Senior Citizens Day is commemorated on August 21 to respect the contributions of older people, honour them, and address the challenges they face in the society

Updated On: 21 Aug 2023 | 12:25 PM IST

Ashiana Housing to invest Rs 275 cr to develop project for senior citizens

Realty firm Ashiana Housing will invest Rs 275 crore to develop a housing project in Pune for senior citizens. The Delhi-based company said in a statement that it has launched a joint venture project, Ashiana Amodh Senior Living at Talegaon in Pune. The project, spread over 11.93 acres, will be developed in four phases and will entail an investment of Rs 275 crore, it added. The project will be funded through internal accruals and construction finance. Ashiana Housing said the delivery of the first phase is scheduled for October 2026. The company is targeting customers aged 55 and above. In the first phase, 220 units will be developed and sold in a price range of Rs 57 lakh to to Rs 1.27 crore. The development of the first phase includes the land cost of Rs 25.11 crore, construction cost of Rs 52.38 crore, and other expenditures of Rs 16.36 crore. The total investment in the project would be Rs 275 crore, the company said. "Recognizing the shifting societal norms, the acceptan

Updated On: 19 Jun 2023 | 3:55 PM IST

Xiaomi launches at-home phone setup service support for senior citizens

This benefit is exclusively available to senior citizens who reside within 20 kms of their nearest service centre. The free service for senior citizens is for 30 days as an introductory offer

Updated On: 20 Apr 2023 | 2:24 PM IST

Higher investment limit in saving schemes to help sr citizens, middle class

The decision to raise the investment ceilings in small savings schemes is aimed at benefiting senior citizens and the middle class who park funds in safe government deposit schemes offering higher returns than banks, Finance Secretary TV Somanathan has said. The Budget 2023-24 raised the maximum deposit limit for Senior Citizen Savings Scheme from Rs 15 lakh to Rs 30 lakh. Also, the maximum deposit limit for Monthly Income Account Scheme will be enhanced from Rs 4.5 lakh to Rs 9 lakh for a single account and from Rs 9 lakh to Rs 15 lakh for a joint account. In a post-budget interview with PTI, Somanathan said the ceilings under the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme have been unchanged for quite some time, and the decision to raise the ceiling is primarily a measure for the welfare of the middle class and senior citizens. "There was a feeling that people in advanced age need safe investment options, and the incomes have increased in the period between the last revision and now. So, this

Updated On: 05 Feb 2023 | 11:42 AM IST

Union Budget 2023: SCSS, MIP investment limit doubled, new scheme for women

Mahila Samman Saving Certificate to be available for two years till March 2025, offers 7.5% return, with provision for partial withdrawal

Updated On: 01 Feb 2023 | 5:32 PM IST

7.4% interest rate locked in for 10 years: Who should buy LIC's PMVVY

SCSS, which offers 80C benefit, allows you to lock in at 7.6% for five years

Updated On: 06 Dec 2022 | 6:43 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh pilgrimage scheme for senior citizens back after long gap

Madhya Pradesh is relaunching the pilgrimage scheme for senior citizens, with a special train leaving for Varanasi on Tuesday.

Updated On: 17 Apr 2022 | 11:53 AM IST