Saturday, September 13, 2025
Thursday, September 11, 2025
SB_Order_11_2025.pdfChange ol terminology used for specific category ol account holders, viz. Persons with unsound mind in POSB Schemes.
Roll out of Phase I of Delivery Centres for centralized delivery of all types of postal articles including Speed Post, Registered, Parcel and ordinary articles by Delivery staff - reg.
PRESS NEWS (PIB)- MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES & PENSIONS
PRESS NEWS (PIB)
MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES & PENSIONS
DOPPW COMMENCES PREPARATIONS FOR DLC CAMPAIGN 4.0
Posted On: 10 SEP 2025 3:26PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) will conduct the Nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 4.0 from 1st to 30th November 2025 across all 1600 districts and sub-divisional headquarters of the country.
A high-level review meeting was chaired by Shri V. Srinivas, Secretary (Pension) on 9th September 2025, with participation from senior executives of 19 Pension Disbursing Banks and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB).
During the meeting, the performance of DLC Campaign 3.0 was reviewed. The previous campaign achieved 1.62 crore DLCs, including more than 50 lakh DLCs through Face Authentication technology, and organized 1,900 camps in 800+ districts and cities with active participation of banks, IPPB, Central Government Ministries/Departments and Pensioners’ Welfare Associations (PWAs).
From the banking side, Shri Amritesh Mohan, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India, Shri Rajesh Prasad, Chief General Manager, Punjab National Bank, and Shri Gurusharan Rai Bansal, Chief General Manager, India Post Payments Bank participated. Senior representatives from other pension disbursing banks were also present and assured complete preparedness of their networks and doorstep service channels.
The meeting finalized daily DLC generation targets for November 2025, scheduling of camps at 1600 districts and sub-divisional headquarters, and provision of doorstep services for very senior and differently-abled pensioners. Stakeholders agreed to use the DLC NIC Portal for real-time monitoring and reporting. Banks and IPPB will launch an extensive awareness campaign in October 2025, using SMS, WhatsApp, social media, banners, and local media coverage to inform pensioners about submission options.
DLC Campaign 4.0 is positioned as the largest-ever outreach initiative for pensioners, targeting 2 crore DLCs, with a strong emphasis on Face Authentication technology, ensuring universal coverage and ease of living for pensioners. NKR/PSM
NKR/PSM (Release ID: 2165258
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
PRESS NEWS (PIB) - MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS
PRESS NEWS (PIB) -
MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS
SHRI JYOTIRADITYA SCINDIA LAUNCHES HISTORIC UPI–UPU INTEGRATION AT THE UNIVERSAL POSTAL CONGRESS IN DUBAI
INDIA COMMITS USD 10 MILLION TO STRENGTHEN GLOBAL POSTAL SECTOR: SHRI JYOTIRADITYA SCINDIA AT UPU CONGRESS IN DUBAI
SHRI SCINDIA ANNOUNCES INDIA’S CONTESTATION FOR TWO KEY UPU COUNCILS AT GLOBAL POSTAL SUMMIT
Posted On: 09 SEP 2025 11:29AM by PIB Delhi
Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, today unveiled the UPI–UPU Integration project at the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, a landmark initiative set to transform cross-border remittances for millions worldwide.
SHRI JYOTIRADITYA M. SCINDIA, ADDRESSING THE DELEGATES
AT THE 28TH UNIVERSAL POSTAL CONGRESS IN DUBAI, UAE
The initiative, developed by the Department of Posts (DoP), NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), and the Universal Postal Union (UPU), integrates India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) with the UPU Interconnection Platform (IP), combining the reach of the postal network with the speed and affordability of UPI. Calling it “more than a technology launch, but a social compact”, Shri Scindia said, “The reliability of the postal network combined with the speed of UPI means families across borders can send money faster, safer and at much lower cost. It reaffirms that public infrastructure built for citizens can be linked across borders to serve humanity better.”
He outlined India’s vision for a modern, inclusive postal sector, anchored in four verbs. “To connect through seamless data-driven logistics; to include by delivering affordable digital financial services to every migrant and digital enterprise; to modernise with AI, DigiPIN and machine learning; and to cooperate through South–South partnerships with a UPU-backed technical cell.”
Under the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Digital India and working towards a Viksit Bharat, India Post stands as a powerful example of the scale and inclusion. Highlighting this, Shri Scindia added, “With Aadhaar, Jan Dhan and India Post Payments Bank, we have opened over 560 million accounts, most in women’s names. India Post delivered over 900 million letters and parcels last year. This is the scale and spirit of inclusion we bring to the global stage.”
with Mr. Masahiko Metoki, Director General - Universal Postal Union
Shri Scindia announced financial support committing 10 million dollars during this cycle to channel technology into innovation, with special focus on e-commerce and digital payments. Taking forward the motto of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas' he reiterated how India stands ready with resources, expertise and friendship.
Shri Scindia also announced India’s candidature for the Council of Administration and the Postal Operations Council of the UPU, reaffirming its commitment to building a connected, inclusive, and sustainable future for the global postal community.
He concluded his speech at the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai saying “India comes to you not with proposals, but with partnership. We believe in resilience, enabling interoperable solutions that avoid costly fragmentation, and in trust, linking payments, identity, addressing and logistics so that global commerce becomes seamless.” (Release ID: 2164861)
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
MOS PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES AND PENSIONS DR. JITENDRA SINGH WILL CHAIR THE 14TH PENSION ADALAT AT AT VIGYAN BHAWAN, NEW DELHI ON 10.09.2025
894 LONG PENDING FAMILY PENSION GRIEVANCES WILL BE TAKEN UP FOR REDRESSAL
COMMITTED TO ENSURE FASTER RESOLUTION OF GRIEVANCES AND ENHANCE DIGNITY AND FINANCIAL SECURITY FOR THE FAMILY PENSIONERS
Posted On: 09 SEP 2025 6:03PM by PIB Delhi
Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare will be conducting the 14th Pension Adalat under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble MoS (PP), Dr Jitendra Singh at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi with the theme of “Family Pensioners & Super senior pensioners” on 10.09.2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 894 grievances related to family pension matters pertaining to 21 Departments/Ministries are proposed to be taken up in the Adalat for redressal. Department wise list is mentioned below
S. No. Ministry/ Department No. of cases
1. Central Board of Direct Taxes (Income Tax) 5
2 .Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying 1
3 .Department of Commerce 2
4 . Department of Defence Finance 76
5 . Department of Defence Production 5
6 . Department of Defence Research and Development 3
7. Department of Ex Servicemen Welfare 250
8. Department of Financial Services (Banking Division) 128
9. Department of Health & Family Welfare 2
10. Department of Military Affairs 3
11 . Department of Personnel and Training 1
12, Department of Posts 1
13. Employees Provident Fund Organisation 10
14. Ministry of Civil Aviation 1
15. Ministry of Coal 1
16 .Ministry of External Affairs 1
17. Ministry of Home Affairs 78
Assam Rifles 01
BSF 39
Census 01
CISF 01
CRPF 15
Delhi Police 06
Freedom Fighter 02
ITBP 02
SSB 11
18. Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs 1
19. Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas 1
20. Ministry of Railways 11
21. PCDA (P) Prayagraj 313
Total 894
It is envisaged to resolve the chronic and long-pending grievances thereby facilitating payment of the rightful due of the pensioners whether in the form of huge arrears due to delay in either starting of the family pension or due to procedural delays, the pension has not been processed and disbursed correctly. NKR/PSM (Release ID: 2165016)
Why the Delay in the 8th Pay Commission is Unjust – The Silent Betrayal: Article by Bruhaspati Samal
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Additional Charge on the vacant posts of the Senior Administrative Grade of the Indian Postal Service, Group 'A' in Postal CirclesPostal Directorate- regarding
INCREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF INCENTIVE – CASH AWARDS ON PASSING HINDI LANGUAGE, HINDI TYPING AND HINDI STENOGRAPHY EXAMINATIONS UNDER HINDI TEACHING SCHEME AND INCREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF LUMP SUM AWARDS ON PASSING HINDI LANGUAGE, HINDI TYPING AND HINDI STENOGRAPHY EXAMINATIONS UNDER HINDI TEACHING SCHEME THROUGH INDIVIDUAL EFFORTS – REGARDING.
Monday, September 8, 2025
Transfers Posting of the Senior Administrative Grade Officers of India Postal Service Group A -regarding
Delegation of Financial Powers to Heads of Circles (HOC), Heads of Department (HOD), Independent Directors and Divisional Heads of Department of Posts
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Circulation of SOP – Enabling Counter PA End Users to undertake cash withdrawal transactions in IPPB CBS
RAJYA SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2116 (ANSWERED ON 07.08.2025)-RULES FOR PAYMENT OF GRATUITY FOR PAST SERVICE
CENTRAL CIVIL SERVICES (IMPLEMENTATION OF THE UNIFIED PENSION SCHEME UNDER THE NATIONAL PENSION SYSTEM) RULES, 2025: NOTIFICATION NO. C.S.R. 599(E) DATED 02.09.2025
Guidelines for Pensioners Welfare Associations (PWAs) including Grant-in-Aid - DoP&PW dated 01/09/2025
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Friday, September 5, 2025
Calling for willingness to work in Centre for Excellence in Postal Technology [CEPT]. - Notification dtd 04/09/2025
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Additional Charge Assignment in Department of Posts - F. No. 1-2/2025-SPG(PL) I/169363/2025 dated 03/09/2025
Central Civil Services (Implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme under the National Pension System) Rules, 2025
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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Dated: 29.08.2025
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AMENDMENT IN CENTRAL CIVIL SERVICES (LEAVE) RULES, 1972, CEA & SPECIAL ALLOWANCE TO ALIGN WITH THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, 2016: LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 4430 ANSWERED ON 20.08.2025 GOVERNMENT
Ministry of Communications India Post Payments Bank Celebrates 8th Foundation Day (IPPB Day) Posted On: 01 SEP 2025 2:53PM by PIB Delhi New Delhi, September 1, 2025:
Ministry
of Communications
India
Post Payments Bank (IPPB) today celebrated its 8th Foundation Day, known as
IPPB Day, marking another milestone of transforming the banking landscape by
delivering inclusive, accessible, and affordable services at the last mile.
Since
inception, IPPB has emerged as one of the largest financial inclusion
initiatives globally, leveraging the unmatched reach of more than 1.64 lakh
Post Offices and more than 1.90 lakh Postmen and Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS). The
Bank has successfully on-boarded over 12 crore customers, processed billions of
digital transactions, and enabled doorstep banking services in rural,
semi-urban, and remote regions.
Recent
innovations have further strengthened IPPB’s portfolio. The Bank has expanded
into end-to-end DBT disbursements, pension payments, credit facilitation
through referral tie-ups and insurance & investment products in
collaboration with partner institutions. New offerings like DigiSmart (Digital
Savings Accounts), Premium Aarogya Savings Account (Bank Account with Healthcare
Benefits), Aadhaar-based Face Authentication has added newer dimensions of
customer convenience and on-demand availability of digital banking services.
The RuPay Virtual Debit Card, AePS (Aadhaar-enabled Payment Services),
cross-border remittances, and Bharat BillPay integration had already made IPPB
a truly comprehensive financial services provider at the grassroots.
Ms.
Vandita Kaul, Chairman, IPPB, said “IPPB has demonstrated that financial
inclusion is not just a vision but a deliverable reality. With our unique model
of postal banking, we have empowered millions of Indians, particularly in rural
and underserved regions, by taking banking to their doorsteps. Our journey sets
a global benchmark for last-mile financial service delivery. This 8th Foundation
Day is even more special as IPPB has crossed the 12 Crore Customer milestone.”
Shri
R. Viswesvaran, MD & CEO, IPPB, added, “On our 8th Foundation Day, we
reflect with pride on IPPB’s role in reshaping access to financial services for
over 12 crore customers. Our Postmen and GDS have become bankers for the common
citizen, enabling transactions worth lakhs of crores right at people’s
doorsteps. With the addition of digital payments and various customer-centric
services, we are building a robust and inclusive financial ecosystem. The
future of banking is at the last mile, and IPPB is leading that change.”
Over
the past years, IPPB has not only enhanced the everyday lives of citizens but
also strengthened the visibility and impact of the Department of Posts, both in
India and globally. By integrating trust, technology, and reach, IPPB continues
to redefine how a bank can serve as a true enabler of social and economic
transformation.
On
this milestone day, IPPB reaffirmed its commitment to continue shaping India’s
financial inclusion journey and building a future where “every Indian has
access to banking – anytime, anywhere, at their doorstep.
About
India Post Payments Bank
India
Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has been established under the Department of Posts,
Ministry of Communication with 100% equity owned by Government of India. IPPB
was launched on September 1, 2018. The bank has been set up with the vision to
build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man in
India. The fundamental mandate of India Post Payments Bank is to remove
barriers for the unbanked & underbanked and reach the last mile leveraging
the Postal network comprising ~1,65,000 Post Offices (~140,000 in rural areas)
and ~3,00,000 Postal employees.
IPPB’s
reach and its operating model is built on the key pillars of India Stack -
enabling Paperless, Cashless and Presence-less banking in a simple and secure
manner at the customers' doorstep, through a CBS-integrated smartphone and
biometric device. Leveraging frugal innovation and with a high focus on ease of
banking for the masses, IPPB delivers simple and affordable banking solutions
through intuitive interfaces available in 13 languages to 11 Crore customers
across 5.57 lakh villages & towns in India.
IPPB
is committed to provide a fillip to a less cash economy and contribute to the
vision of Digital India. India will prosper when every citizen will have equal
opportunity to become financially secure and empowered. Our motto stands true -
Every customer is important, every transaction is significant and every deposit
is valuable.
Ministry
of Communications
BSNL
is extending its “Freedom Plan” by 15 Days
Posted
On: 01 SEP 2025 1:42PM by PIB Delhi
BSNL,
is extending its “Freedom Plan” by 15 days, in view of the overwhelming
customer response. Launched on August 1 at a token ₹1, the offer provides
complimentary 4G mobile services for 30 days to new activations. Originally
available for activations up to 31 August 2025, the offer window is now
extended through 15 September 2025.
Plan
benefits (Freedom Plan):
Unlimited
voice calls (as per plan T&C)
2
GB/day high-speed data
100
SMS/day
Free
SIM (KYC as per DoT guidelines)
Announcing
the extension, Shri A. Robert J. Ravi, CMD, BSNL, said:
“BSNL
has recently deployed a Make-in-India, state-of-the-art 4G mobile network
across the country, advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. The Freedom
Plan—absolutely free of service charges for the first 30 days—gives customers a
proud opportunity to experience our indigenously developed 4G network. We’re
confident that the service quality, coverage, and the trust associated with the
BSNL brand will encourage customers to stay with us well beyond the introductory
period.”
How
to get the Freedom Plan
Visit
the nearest BSNL Customer Service Centre (CSC) (carry valid KYC documents).
Request
the Freedom Plan (₹1 activation); complete KYC and collect your free SIM.
Insert
the SIM and complete activation as guided; your 30-day complimentary benefits
start from the date of activation.
For
assistance, call 1800-180-1503 or visit bsnl.co.in.
(Release
ID: 2162612)
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Ministry of Communications India Post Payments Bank Celebrates 8th Foundation Day (IPPB Day) Posted On: 01 SEP 2025 2:53PM by PIB Delhi New Delhi, September 1, 2025:
Ministry
of Communications
India
Post Payments Bank (IPPB) today celebrated its 8th Foundation Day, known as
IPPB Day, marking another milestone of transforming the banking landscape by
delivering inclusive, accessible, and affordable services at the last mile.
Since
inception, IPPB has emerged as one of the largest financial inclusion
initiatives globally, leveraging the unmatched reach of more than 1.64 lakh
Post Offices and more than 1.90 lakh Postmen and Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS). The
Bank has successfully on-boarded over 12 crore customers, processed billions of
digital transactions, and enabled doorstep banking services in rural,
semi-urban, and remote regions.
Recent
innovations have further strengthened IPPB’s portfolio. The Bank has expanded
into end-to-end DBT disbursements, pension payments, credit facilitation
through referral tie-ups and insurance & investment products in
collaboration with partner institutions. New offerings like DigiSmart (Digital
Savings Accounts), Premium Aarogya Savings Account (Bank Account with Healthcare
Benefits), Aadhaar-based Face Authentication has added newer dimensions of
customer convenience and on-demand availability of digital banking services.
The RuPay Virtual Debit Card, AePS (Aadhaar-enabled Payment Services),
cross-border remittances, and Bharat BillPay integration had already made IPPB
a truly comprehensive financial services provider at the grassroots.
Ms.
Vandita Kaul, Chairman, IPPB, said “IPPB has demonstrated that financial
inclusion is not just a vision but a deliverable reality. With our unique model
of postal banking, we have empowered millions of Indians, particularly in rural
and underserved regions, by taking banking to their doorsteps. Our journey sets
a global benchmark for last-mile financial service delivery. This 8th Foundation
Day is even more special as IPPB has crossed the 12 Crore Customer milestone.”
Shri
R. Viswesvaran, MD & CEO, IPPB, added, “On our 8th Foundation Day, we
reflect with pride on IPPB’s role in reshaping access to financial services for
over 12 crore customers. Our Postmen and GDS have become bankers for the common
citizen, enabling transactions worth lakhs of crores right at people’s
doorsteps. With the addition of digital payments and various customer-centric
services, we are building a robust and inclusive financial ecosystem. The
future of banking is at the last mile, and IPPB is leading that change.”
Over
the past years, IPPB has not only enhanced the everyday lives of citizens but
also strengthened the visibility and impact of the Department of Posts, both in
India and globally. By integrating trust, technology, and reach, IPPB continues
to redefine how a bank can serve as a true enabler of social and economic
transformation.
On
this milestone day, IPPB reaffirmed its commitment to continue shaping India’s
financial inclusion journey and building a future where “every Indian has
access to banking – anytime, anywhere, at their doorstep.
About
India Post Payments Bank
India
Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has been established under the Department of Posts,
Ministry of Communication with 100% equity owned by Government of India. IPPB
was launched on September 1, 2018. The bank has been set up with the vision to
build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man in
India. The fundamental mandate of India Post Payments Bank is to remove
barriers for the unbanked & underbanked and reach the last mile leveraging
the Postal network comprising ~1,65,000 Post Offices (~140,000 in rural areas)
and ~3,00,000 Postal employees.
IPPB’s
reach and its operating model is built on the key pillars of India Stack -
enabling Paperless, Cashless and Presence-less banking in a simple and secure
manner at the customers' doorstep, through a CBS-integrated smartphone and
biometric device. Leveraging frugal innovation and with a high focus on ease of
banking for the masses, IPPB delivers simple and affordable banking solutions
through intuitive interfaces available in 13 languages to 11 Crore customers
across 5.57 lakh villages & towns in India.
IPPB
is committed to provide a fillip to a less cash economy and contribute to the
vision of Digital India. India will prosper when every citizen will have equal
opportunity to become financially secure and empowered. Our motto stands true -
Every customer is important, every transaction is significant and every deposit
is valuable.
OLD PENSION SCHEME FOR PSUS AND PSBS SIMILARLY TO GOVT. EMPLOYEES WHOSE RECRUITMENT PROCESS INITIATED BEFORE 1 JANUARY 2004: LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3657 ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025
TAX RELIEF TO SENIOR CITIZENS OF AGE 70 BY EXEMPTIONS CEILING TO 25 LAKHS – NO PLAN UNDER CONSIDERATION AT PRESENT: CLARIFICATION BY FINMIN IN LOK SABHA IN REPLY OF STARRED QUESTION NO. 345 ANSWERED ON 18.08.2025
