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PM Jan Dhan Yojana Marks 12-Year Milestone

  • August 28, 2026
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The PM Jan Dhan Yojana has completed 12 years of driving financial inclusion across India. Launched on August 28, 2014, the flagship initiative has now expanded to over 59 crore accounts. Total deposits under the PM Jan Dhan Yojana exceed Rs 3.17 lakh crore, with an average account balance of Rs 5,356. This milestone highlights […]

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CBDC-Based DBT Sets New Model for Digital Welfare Delivery

  • August 13, 2026
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The Centre will launch CBDC-based DBT under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) in Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli on August 14. The initiative will allow eligible beneficiaries to receive food subsidies directly through CBDC wallets. The move aims to make welfare payments more transparent, traceable and efficient. CBDC-Based DBT to Enable […]