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Odisha government ordered all district collectors to clear a backlog of 63,848 pending applications for Madhu Babu Pension Yojana. Principal Secretary Suresh Kumar Vashishth stated the checking process for these online applications must be finished by August 18.

Application processing update

Most pending cases are stuck at the block level or in urban offices. This action helps make sure eligible people get their support without extra delay. It also helps remove ineligible people from the system. Right now, over 36.75 lakh people across the state get help through this social security scheme.

Picking between government savings schemes depends on your financial goals. As of 16 August 2026, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) pays 8.2% interest yearly. Meanwhile, Public Provident Fund (PPF) pays 7.1% yearly. Both schemes give tax breaks under Section 80C. Your interest and final payout are tax-free.

Comparing SSY and PPF

SSY is for a girl child under 10 years. You need to put in at least ₹250 each year. The account matures in 21 years. It is a good way to save money specifically for a daughter. On the other hand, anyone living in India can open a PPF account. It is more flexible. The tenure is 15 years and you can extend it later. You can also take loans or withdraw money early. This makes it useful for retirement or other long-term goals.

Which one you choose depends on your family needs. Many people use both schemes to balance their savings. Always check the current rules on the official India Post website before you invest.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set a new goal to help rural women by creating 6 crore Lakhpati Didis. This update, shared during the Independence Day address on August 15, 2026, builds on the earlier 3 crore target. By July 2026, over 3.46 crore women reached this status.

Being a Lakhpati Didi does not mean receiving a one-time payment. It means a woman in a Self-Help Group earns at least ₹1 lakh every year in a stable way. This income is worked out over four farming or business cycles to make sure the monthly income is at least ₹10,000. This scheme works under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission, which currently helps around 92 lakh Self-Help Groups across the country.

Support for rural entrepreneurs

Women can earn this money through activities like farming, dairy, handicrafts, or small businesses. To help with this, the government plans 700 SHE-MARTs and 1,000 district fulfilment centres to help these business owners reach more customers. If you are a member of a Self-Help Group, talk to your local livelihood team to learn how you can join and build a steady income.

Himachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board is distributing ₹20.61 crore in money help to 4,967 workers. Announced on August 15, 2026, this payment covers 14 different schemes, such as marriage, education, and housing support.

Payment distribution details

The state has 4,84,860 registered workers. To make the process clear, the Board finished 98,000 e-KYC checks to remove ineligible people. Officials said ₹8.98 crore is for marriage help and ₹7.89 crore is for education. The government plans to increase total welfare payments to ₹300 crore in the next year.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Rajasthan today to start a large development drive. He will lay the foundation stone for a new dairy plant at Alwar Saras Dairy Complex. This work is part of Sahkar se Samriddhi. Development works worth ₹6,262 crore will start across 17 districts.

Farmer support and jobs

This event also focuses on direct support for farmers. Money will be sent through DBT to people getting benefits from Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Also, 10,548 new recruits will get their appointment letters at the Rozgar Utsav. These efforts aim to help the rural economy and modernize the cooperative sector.

Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana helps small business owners in India by offering loans without needing collateral. On October 24, 2024, the government raised the maximum loan limit to 20 lakh. This change adds a new category called Tarun Plus, for people who already finished paying back their earlier Tarun-category loans.

Loan Categories and Application

This scheme now has four parts: Shishu (up to 50,000), Kishor (above 50,000 up to 5 lakh), Tarun (above 5 lakh up to 10 lakh), and the new Tarun Plus (above 10 lakh up to 20 lakh). These loans help with manufacturing, trading, services, and farm-related work like dairy or poultry.

Official records show that by March 27, 2026, over 57 crore loan accounts were opened, with a total of 40.07 lakh crore given out. Even though the loan is collateral-free, banks still check your business plan and how well you can pay the money back. You can apply at banks, NBFCs, or the Jan Samarth portal. For more, look at the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) 2026 Online Application Form / Download PDF.

West Bengal launched Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana on August 16, 2026. This health scheme gives eligible families cashless medical cover of up to ₹5 lakh every year. It covers treatment in more than 36,000 public and private hospitals across India.

## Scheme benefits and access

Beneficiaries can use this health cover anywhere in India. The scheme covers all family members regardless of age and includes pre-existing conditions from the start. Residents can register through the official NHA portal or visit local hospital helpdesks and Duare Sarkar camps for help. The scheme uses existing records to support poor families, senior citizens over 70, and health workers.

Owning a home is a dream for many families. Government helps make this possible through PM Awas Yojana. If you applied for housing support, you can check your status online. The steps depend on whether you live in a rural or urban area.

Check your application status

For rural applicants, visit the PMAY-G portal. You need your registration number to see your details. If you lost this number, use the Advanced Search option. You must select your state, district, block, and Gram Panchayat. Urban residents should visit the PMAY-U portal. You can search for your name using your Aadhaar number and mobile number. A quick OTP check will show your application status.

Remember, seeing your name on the list is just the first step. It does not mean you get funds immediately. Stay alert. Never share your OTP or bank details on unknown websites. Only use official government portals to check your status. If you cannot find your name, double-check your details and make sure you use the correct portal for your area. You can also refer to the PM Awas Yojana New List 2025 or check your PMAY Gramin Application Status 2026 for more updates.

Uttarakhand reached a big step in helping women as the number of Lakhpati Didis in the state went past 3 lakh. Data shows that 3,03,696 women now earn over Rs 1 lakh a year. Started in November 2022 under Uttarakhand State Rural Livelihood Mission, the scheme organized over 5.19 lakh women into 70,767 self-help groups.

Women-led work

These women work in many areas such as organic farming, food processing, handicrafts, and homestays. To help this, the government set up 24 growth centres and started the House of Himalayas brand to help with sales. For the 2026-27 financial year, the state plans to help another 1.12 lakh women. The government also gives 30 percent horizontal reservation in state services and 33 percent in cooperative societies to increase female participation in the economy.

Punjab marked Independence Day by reaching a big step in public welfare. Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has provided over 6,06,892 cashless treatments to citizens in just seven months. This scheme offers coverage of up to ₹10 lakh per family every year. It makes sure that medical care is reachable for everyone.

Scheme reach and medical support

State data shows that 26,18,712 people are currently signed up. The scheme covers many medical needs. This includes 60,504 cancer cases, 1,99,417 dialysis sessions, and many heart procedures. There are 880 hospitals linked to the scheme across the state. The government has spent a lot of money to support both public and private hospitals. Patiala has the highest number of patients, while Bathinda has recorded the highest spending at ₹200 crore. The scheme provides support to families facing high treatment costs for serious illnesses.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini spoke about the state's plan for social and economic growth. At an Independence Day event in Hansi, he mentioned that women empowerment is a top priority for the government.

Important updates include:

• Nearly 10 lakh women get money help through Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana. They receive ₹2,100 every month.
• Around 15 lakh families now benefit from Har Ghar Har Grihini Yojana. They get LPG cylinders for ₹500.
• The state filled over two lakh government jobs through a clear process in 12 years. This includes 43,000 jobs in the last 18 months.

Future state goals

The government plans to bring in ₹5 lakh crore in investments. They want to create 10 lakh jobs in the next five years. Free education is available for girls up to the postgraduate level to help them build their future.