A fishing License is an official permission granted by the relevant fisheries/ maritime authority that allows a person or a vessel to carry out fishing in a specified water body or zone under regulatory rules. In West Bengal, for example, under the West Bengal Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1993 (applicable to marine/coastal fishing), the law requires … Read more
A ration card is an official document issued by the government under the public distribution system (PDS), which enables households to buy subsidised food-grains and other essential commodities from fair price shops. In West Bengal, the ration card (including the digital/e-Ration version) also serves as proof of identity, address, and helps residents access state welfare … Read more
An arms license is the authorisation granted by the competent authority under the Arms Act, 1959, and Arms Rules, 2016 that allows an individual or institution to acquire, possess, carry, or use certain firearms or ammunition. In West Bengal, holding a valid arms license ensures that your arms possession is lawful, subject to conditions such … Read more
Widowhood often places women in a vulnerable financial position, especially when there is no sustained income or support. To address this, the Government of Nagaland implements a widow-pension scheme under the NSAP framework. The Nagaland Widow Pension Certificate scheme issues a pension certificate to eligible widows, which entitles them to monthly financial assistance. In Nagaland, … Read more
In Odisha, the government aims to provide social security to vulnerable sections of society, including widowed women. The Odisha Widow Pension Certificate is designed to give monthly financial assistance to eligible widows who lack other sufficient support. Under the current state‐level arrangement via the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme or IGNWPS in Odisha, eligible … Read more
The Punjab Widow Pension Certificate is a welfare initiative implemented by the Punjab Social Security and Women & Child Development Department. It is intended to provide monthly financial assistance to widowed women who have limited or no other means of support. This helps improve their financial security and dignity. Under this scheme, eligible widows receive … Read more
The Sikkim Widow Pension Certificate Scheme is designed to provide financial support to widows belonging to economically weaker households. The scheme ensures that eligible women receive a monthly pension consolidated via the state and central governments. In Sikkim, under IGNWPS, eligible widows receive ₹ 2,000 per month. The Sikkim Widow Pension Certificate Scheme helps widows … Read more
For widowed women in Tamil Nadu who face economic hardship, the state offers pension support through specific social welfare schemes. A Widow Pension Certificate essentially confirms eligibility under these schemes, enabling timely monthly financial assistance. This article explains how to apply for the Tamil Nadu Widow Pension Certificate, the eligibility criteria, document requirements, the process, … Read more
Tripura Widow Pension Certificate is a formal recognition issued by the state’s social welfare authorities, which enables eligible widowed women to receive monthly financial assistance under the relevant social pension schemes. The aim is to provide a measure of economic security and dignity to women who have lost their spouse and may lack other sufficient … Read more
If you are a widow residing in Telangana and meet the eligibility criteria, you may apply for a pension certificate under the state’s social security pension schemes. The Telangana Widow Pension Certificate essentially establishes your entitlement to receive monthly financial assistance under schemes such as the Aasara Pension Scheme (and more recently the Cheyutha Pension … Read more