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कल्पना कीजिए कि आपके घर का नंबर एक बार तय होने के बाद जीवनभर नहीं बदलेगा। चाहे आपके शहर में वार्ड की सीमाएं बदल जाएं, नई कॉलोनियां बन जाएं या स्थानीय प्रशासनिक व्यवस्था में बदलाव हो जाए, आपके मकान की पहचान हमेशा एक जैसी रहेगी। सरकार अब ऐसी ही व्यवस्था लागू करने की तैयारी कर रही है, जिसके तहत हर घर को एक स्थायी डिजिटल पहचान दी जाएगी। स्थानीय स्वशासन विभाग ने इस नई व्यवस्था को सैद्धांतिक मंजूरी देने का निर्णय लिया है। इसके तहत प्रत्येक मकान को 10 अंकों का एक यूनिक डिजिटल पहचान नंबर दिया जाएगा। इसके साथ एक QR कोड भी जारी किया जाएगा, जिसमें मकान और उससे जुड़ी विभिन्न सुविधाओं की महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी उपलब्ध होगी। यह व्यवस्था डाक विभाग के पिन कोड की तरह काम करेगी। जिस तरह पिन कोड किसी विशेष क्षेत्र की पहचान करने में मदद करता है, उसी तरह नया डिजिटल नंबर देश के संबंधित स्थानीय निकाय के अंतर्गत प्रत्येक मकान की अलग पहचान सुनिश्चित करने में मदद करेगा। आखिर घरों के नंबर बदलने की समस्या क्यों होती है? फिलहाल कई स्थानीय स्वशासन संस्थाओं में मकानों के नंबर तय करने के लिए संबंधित नगर निकाय या पंचायत का...

Society redevelopment can offer homeowners an excellent opportunity to replace an ageing building with a modern apartment, better facilities and additional living space. Across major Indian cities such as Mumbai, Pune and Nashik, redevelopment projects are becoming increasingly common as older residential buildings require major repairs and improved infrastructure. However, redevelopment also comes with significant financial and legal risks. While developers often make attractive promises, including larger apartments, generous corpus funds, monthly rental payments and modern amenities, the actual experience does not always match these commitments. In some cases, projects remain incomplete for years. Homeowners who have already vacated their apartments may struggle to pay rent, while developers delay construction or stop making promised payments. In the worst situations, families can find themselves without their original homes and without a clear timeline for receiving their new apartm...

Pune's Literary Icon and Humanitarian Dr. Mayaa SH Receives Prestigious International Ambassador of Peace Award for Promoting Peace, Goodwill and Humanity ...  In a proud moment for India and Maharashtra, Dr. Mayaa SH, the Pune-based acclaimed authoress, poetess, social activist and women empowerment championer, has been conferred with the prestigious "International Ambassador of Peace Award." The award recognises her outstanding contribution towards promoting peace, goodwill, humanity, brotherhood and social unity in the world and bringing about positive change in society. Mayaa SH, a prominent women’s rights activist, author, and feminist philosopher, has extensively addressed domestic violence in her work, emphasizing its profound impact and the societal changes required to combat it . Her insights are deeply rooted in her experiences as a survivor and advocate, focusing on empowering women and challenging societal attitudes that blame victims. With over many books and...

Every person has a story. Every mind has an idea. And every voice deserves an opportunity to be heard. Writing is not limited to a particular age, profession or background. Some people write to express their thoughts, some to share their knowledge, some to tell their stories, and others simply because writing is their passion. There are people who have been writing for years but have never found the right platform to publish their work. There are students with fresh ideas, homemakers with inspiring experiences, teachers with valuable knowledge, professionals with unique perspectives, and aspiring authors waiting for their first publication. Many talented individuals remain unheard, not because they lack ability, but because they haven't found the right opportunity. We believe that talent should not be limited by age, background, profession or experience. Why Does Every Writer Need an Opportunity? A platform is more than just a place to publish an article. It is an opportunity to ex...

UPI has made digital payments faster and easier than ever before. Whether you are paying ₹10 for a cup of tea, shopping at a supermarket, or settling a bill worth thousands of rupees, a few taps on your smartphone are usually enough to complete the transaction. However, the convenience of instant payments also comes with a risk. In a hurry, you might enter the wrong UPI ID, select an incorrect mobile number, or accidentally send money to someone else's account. And because UPI transactions are processed within seconds, you may realize your mistake only after the payment has been completed. For many people, this situation can be stressful. The first thought is often that the money is gone forever. But that is not necessarily true. Although recovering an incorrectly transferred payment is not guaranteed, taking the right steps quickly can improve your chances of resolving the issue. If you have accidentally sent money to the wrong person through UPI, here is what you should do immedi...

भारत में हर साल लाखों लोग नौकरी, रोजगार, पढ़ाई और बेहतर जीवन की तलाश में अपना गांव या शहर छोड़कर दूसरे शहरों और राज्यों में जाते हैं। लेकिन दूसरे राज्य में जाकर रहने के दौरान कई लोगों को सरकारी योजनाओं का लाभ लेने में परेशानी होती है। खासकर सार्वजनिक वितरण प्रणाली (PDS) के तहत मिलने वाला मुफ्त राशन प्राप्त करना कई बार मुश्किल हो जाता है। इसी समस्या को दूर करने के लिए केंद्र सरकार ने वन नेशन, वन राशन कार्ड (One Nation, One Ration Card - ONORC) योजना शुरू की है। इस सुविधा के तहत पात्र राशन कार्ड धारक देश के किसी भी राज्य में शामिल सरकारी राशन दुकानों से अपना निर्धारित खाद्यान्न प्राप्त कर सकते हैं। इस योजना का सबसे बड़ा फायदा यह है कि अगर कोई व्यक्ति रोजगार या किसी अन्य कारण से दूसरे राज्य में चला जाता है, तो उसे केवल राशन लेने के लिए नया राशन कार्ड बनवाने या पुराने कार्ड को रद्द करवाने की जरूरत नहीं होती। यह सुविधा खासतौर पर प्रवासी मजदूरों, दिहाड़ी श्रमिकों और उन परिवारों के लिए बेहद उपयोगी है, जिनके सदस्य अलग-अलग राज्यों में रहते हैं। आइए जानते हैं कि 2026 में वन नेशन, वन राशन कार्ड ...

Diwali is a festival of happiness, celebration and sharing. Along with sweets, clothes and other presents, giving cash gifts is a popular tradition in many Indian households. Whether it is money received from parents, siblings, relatives, friends, colleagues or neighbours, cash gifts are often considered a simple way to express love and good wishes. However, many people may not realise that receiving money as a gift can have income-tax implications. The tax rules depend on who is giving the money, how much you receive during the financial year and whether the gift is received in physical cash or through a banking channel. Under the Income-tax Act, 2025, cash gifts from specified relatives are generally exempt from income tax, regardless of the amount. However, gifts from friends, colleagues, neighbours and other non-relatives may become taxable if their total value exceeds ₹50,000 during a tax year. There is also a separate restriction on receiving ₹2 lakh or more in physical cash unde...