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SSC exams in regional languages 07 FEB 2018 Normally, the question papers in the recruitment examinations conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC) are in Hindi and English. However, in the examination for recruitment of Multi Tasking Staff (Non-technical), conducted by SSC, the candidates have the option of answering in the descriptive paper in English or […]

Outsourcing of jobs in Government Departments 07 FEB 2018 A Ministry or Department may procure certain non-consulting services in the interest of economy and efficiency and prescribe detailed instructions and procedures for this purpose without, however, contravening the basic guidelines provided in rule 199 to 206 of “General Financial Rules 2017” (GFR 2017). As each […]

Plastic or PVC Aadhaar Smart Card is not usable: UIDAI  06 FEB 2018 The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said today in a statement that the Plastic or PVC Aadhaar smart cards are often not usable as the QR code commonly becomes dysfunctional during such unauthorised printing at some vendor/shop. Also, there could be […]

Relief to salaried taxpayers: standard deduction of Rs 40,000 allowed in lieu of present exemptions 2.5 Crores salaried employees and pensioners to benefit Differently-Abled will continue to get transport allowance at enhanced rate In order to provide relief to salaried taxpayer, the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Shri Arun Jaitley, proposed to allow […]

Relief to Senior Citizens: Exemption of Interest Income on deposits increased to Rs 50,000 Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana extended up to March 2020 Existed limit on investment under PMVVY enhanced to Rs 15 lakhs 01 FEB 2018 With the objective of providing a dignified life to senior citizens, the Union Minister for Finance and […]