 | Senior citizens are valuable assets of society: Naveen PatnaikFacilities such as old age homes, geriatric ward and physiotherapy centres in different hospitals have been made available for senior citizens. |
 | Centre frames regulations to ensure safety of residents in care homesThe regulations also mention in detail the key features of such facilities, including easy-to-grip door knobs, toilets with grab bars, staircase designed and provided as per disability standards. |
 | Staff shortage hits Elderline-KarnatakaThe helpline was launched to address issues such as abuse, rescue or enquiry related to availing pension by senior citizens. |
 | E-seva centre in Semmencheri reopened“We were glad about the centre reopening, but we need full fledged services,” said Mercy, a resident of Semmencheri. |
 | Aadhaar updation: Senior citizens left in lurch in KeralaThe Kerala State IT Mission (KSITM) is the nodal agency for Aadhaar card updation and renewal. |
 | Karnataka High Court: Elderly can hire lawyers to fight cases before AC, DCQuashing the Udupi DC’s order, the court directed that the order copy be forwarded to the chief secretary to notify ACs and DCs under the Act, to permit representation of advocates. |
 | Police officer’s parents face robbery bid in Odisha capitalSources said both the miscreants were wearing helmets and the couple stated in the complaint that they even manhandled them. |
 | Quick darshan for elderly in all major temples in KarnatakaPresently, some temples have special paid darshan for senior citizens. Such a facility will be made free for senior citizens. |
 | Bajaj Finance Offers FDs for Senior Citizens With Interest Rates up to 8.20% p.a. |
