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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Every payment counts – EaseMyDeal's mission to support India
In the digital era, where most platforms operate solely for profit, EaseMyDeal is setting itself apart with initiative and purpose. Since 1st April 2025, the company has contributed to a Nation-First donation model that turns every user transaction into a meaningful donation. Whether it is bill payments, mobile/DTH recharges, credit card applications, loan disbursements, flight/hotel bookings, digital gold investments, or even shopping from over 500 brand vouchers, EaseMyDeal contributes between ₹1 to ₹100 per transaction from its own pocket to the National Defence Fund, without charging users even a single extra rupee. The National Defence Fund is used for the welfare of members of the Armed Forces and their dependants. What makes this initiative revolutionary is that EaseMyDeal is the first of its kind in the Indian FinTech sector. Unlike other UPI payment platforms, which charge high convenience fees, EaseMyDeal goes the extra mile by not only waiving such charges but also offering cashback on every payment—taking a patriotic step towards contributing to the nation while operating as a business. But this is just the beginning; in the future, users will have the power to choose the funds they wish to support. Future app settings will allow users to choose from NGOs, the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund, the National Foundation for Communal Harmony, funds by State Governments for medical relief to the poor, the National Illness Assistance Fund, the National Blood Transfusion Council, the National Sports Fund, the National Cultural Fund, the National Children's Fund, the Swachh Bharat Kosh, the Clean Ganga Fund, and many more. These settings will help EaseMyDeal understand which fund to donate to, based on each user's transactions. In doing so, it's not just about building a customer base—it's about building a community of everyday citizens who now have a new way to support the country through their transactions. Owned and operated by Inditab Esolutions Pvt. Ltd., a company founded by Rishabh Shah, Rohan Raj Sehgal, and Gaurav Chhatwal, EaseMyDeal continues to be one of India's fastest-growing FinTech platforms, offering a variety of services ranging from loans and credit cards to OTT subscriptions and travel bookings. The platform brings everything a modern user needs under one secure app. As of now, the app features over 5,000 bank offers across more than 500 brands. Available on both Android and iOS, the EaseMyDeal app invites all Indians to become integral contributors to the nation's causes. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Irani donates pension to defence fund, urges citizens to contribute
Nagpur: Calling for citizen contributions to the National Defence Fund, former Union Minister Smriti Irani revealed that she has donated her entire pension to the National Defence Fund which supports the Indian Army and paramilitary forces. "Before asking citizens for contributions, I chose to lead by example," she said, urging the public to come forward and support the fund. Irani also announced that under the leadership of CAIT National President BC Bhartia, the organisation, has pledged Rs 1 crore towards the fund. Irani, who currently serves as the Strategic Advisor to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), was addressing a gathering of traders and women entrepreneurs at an event organised by Team CAIT Nagpur at the Vidarbha Hindi Sahitya Sammelan, Mor Bhavan. Emphasising the vital role of women in national growth, she said, "Through self-help groups and small-scale enterprises, women across India have created an annual turnover of $37 billion (around Rs.3 lakh crore). The Central government has till now approved funds of Rs. 8 lakh crore for such businesses." This, she noted, has significantly strengthened both rural and urban economies. "We must not be satisfied with being the world's fourth-largest economy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How to build a digital commerce platform on Google Cloud - Google Cloud: Future of Infrastructure CIO | Google Cloud, AMD Undo We must aim to be number one — and women will be the driving force behind that achievement," Irani asserted, highlighting the importance of inclusive economic development. She added that the success of small women-led businesses reflects the strength and resilience of India's grassroots economy. "We owe it to our society and families to ensure our economy is strong, our homes are lit, and our people are self-reliant," she said. CAIT President BC Bhartia also stressed the need for conscious consumer choices. "Women must take the lead in buying from indigenous manufacturers instead of falling for the 'cheap' trap of foreign companies," he said. He praised government policies aimed at empowering women economically, socially, and educationally. The event witnessed participation from several dignitaries, including Raju Jain, Deepa Pachauri, Roop Nandi, Dhananjay Bhide, CAIT patron Kishore Dharashivkar, chairman Gopal Aggarwal, Bhagyashree Bakne, Kishore Chhabra, Asha Pandey, Premlata Tiwari, Mahesh Kukdareja, Madhusudan Trivedi, Jyoti Awasthi, and Hemlata Dhuria.
Indian Express
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi Confidential: Special initiative
AMID THE Tiranga Yatra and other campaigns being orgainsed by BJP leaders to thank the armed forces for Operation Sindoor, former Union Minister and party leader Smriti Irani has dedicating the money she received as her MP pension to the National Defence Fund. She has also persuaded the Confederation of All India Traders, to which she is a strategic adviser, to contribute `1 crore to the fund. The National Defence Fund is meant for voluntary donations received for promotion of national defence efforts and welfare of members of the armed forces, paramilitary forces and their dependents. Cancelled Plan Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's press conference was cancelled on Friday. It is learnt that it was the second press briefing of the Congress leader to be called off this week. There was a buzz on Wednesday that Gandhi would address the media on the India-Pakistan situation after the Congress Working Committee meeting, but it was cancelled after discussions among the party's top leadership, said sources. Anticipating Gandhi's press conference on Friday, the BJP had prepared a list to counter him, said sources. The Congress leadership was tight-lipped on the reasons for the cancellation. Security 'Concern' Security personnel at Parliament called up wildlife rescuers on Friday as a winged visitor flew into the building complex. NGO Wildlife SOS rescued a rose-ringed parakeet, which appeared disoriented and was unable to fly. The security officers saw the bird motionless, prompting them to seek help. The parakeet was taken away in a ventilated box. Landing In A Quandary Andhra Bhavan in New Delhi is at the centre of an unusual dispute. Around 0.37 acres of the prime 11.5-acre property is learnt to have been encroached upon by 30 to 40 families who have also set up two places of religious worship there. While the Telugu Desam Party government plans to evict the encroachers, the religious structures are likely to stay, sources said.
The Print
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
How Telugu-speaking states are taking lead in showing gratitude to armed forces for Op Sindoor
Kalyan added that the 'decision honours the unwavering courage of our defence forces Army, Navy, and Air Force, Paramilitary, CRPF personnel who dedicate their lives for the security of our nation'. The exemption, limited to retired Army personnel or those serving on the borders, has now been extended to all active defence personnel, irrespective of posting. The exemption will apply to one house jointly owned or occupied by the personnel or their spouse. Hyderabad: The Chandrababu Naidu-led government has decided to grant property tax exemption to houses belonging to all defence personnel living within gram panchayat limits in the state, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister in-charge of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Pawan Kalyan, said in a post on X. The decision was taken based on the recommendation of the director of Sainik Welfare and 'stands as a token of Andhra Pradesh's gratitude to our uniformed heroes', Kalyan said. Andhra Pradesh Stands with Our Soldiers As a mark of deep respect and gratitude to our brave soldiers, the Andhra Pradesh NDA government Under the leadership of Hon'ble CM Sri @ncbn garu, PanchayatRaj Department has taken a significant decision, to grant property tax exemption… — Pawan Kalyan (@PawanKalyan) May 11, 2025 Also Read: 24-yr-old Agniveer from AP killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan. Kin had no clue of LoC posting Aid for Agniveer In tribute to Murali Naik, the Andhra Pradesh government also announced an ex gratia of Rs 50 lakh for his parents, who are daily wage earners. Naik, the 24-year-old Agniveer from a tribal hamlet in Sri Sathya Sai district, was killed Thursday night in an incident of ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the LoC amidst Operation Sindoor during which India hit terror sites in Pakistan and PoK. Earlier, when news of his demise broke, Andhra Pradesh Handlooms Minister S. Savitha, from the same district, visited the slain soldier's family in Kalli Thanda and handed over immediate financial aid of Rs 5 lakh. The Naidu administration also announced allotment of five acres of agricultural land to secure the future of Naik's parents and a 300-square-yard house site for a permanent roof over their heads. Kalyan, 'on a personal note, as a small gesture of my deep gratitude and sorrow,' pledged Rs 25 lakh to support Naik's family. Several JSP leaders, following Kalyan, are contributing in their individual capacities. Vemulapati Ajay Kumar, chairman of Andhra Pradesh Township and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (AP TIDCO) has pledged Rs 1 lakh to the National Defence Fund from his salary for the month of May. In Telangana, CM Revanth Reddy pledged his one month's salary for the National Defence Fund, urging his colleagues in the government and Congress party to do the same. 'As an Indian first, I have decided to make a very modest contribution of one month's salary to the National Defence Fund for the efforts of our country's brave Armed Forces to wipe out terrorism, and safeguard our borders & people,' Reddy said in a post on X. 'I have requested all my colleagues and party peers, as well as well-meaning citizens to join in this drive. Let us all stand together, as one, with our forces till our most decisive moment of triumph. Jai Hind!' he added. As an Indian first, I have decided to make a very modest contribution of one month's salary to the #NationalDefenceFund for the efforts of our country's brave Armed Forces to wipe out terrorism, and safeguard our borders & people. I have requested all my colleagues and party… — Revanth Reddy (@revanth_anumula) May 9, 2025 On Thursday evening, Revanth led a rally from the State Secretariat to the Indira Gandhi statue on Necklace Road, organised by his administration to express support for the Army and to 'inspire our soldiers that we all are one in protecting the country from terrorism'. Two of the 26 victims of the Pahalgam massacre were from Andhra Pradesh, J.S. Chandramouli, a retired banker from Visakhapatnam, and Madhusudan Rao, working as a techie in Bengaluru, was from Kavali town, Nellore. In a condolence meet at Mangalagiri days after the carnage of tourists in Kashmir, Kalyan had announced Rs 50 lakh assistance from the Jana Sena party to Rao, who was associated with the party as a worker. Meanwhile, both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana governments have been accommodating people from Telugu states at the AP-Telangana Bhavans in New Delhi, many of them students at educational institutions in Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab, on their way back home as Pakistan's drone attacks posed a threat to lives. (Edited by Sugita Katyal) Also Read: After Pahalgam, Modi govt took the 1971 playbook — and went several steps further
Hans India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ilaiyaraaja donates concert fee and one month's salary to national defence fund
Renowned music composer and Member of Parliament Ilaiyaraaja has pledged his concert fee and one month's salary to the National Defence Fund, in support of the Indian armed forces amid rising tensions with Pakistan. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Ilaiyaraaja expressed unwavering confidence in India's military, stating that he firmly believes the nation's brave soldiers will bring the enemy to their knees. Reflecting on the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, where 25 Indian and one Nepali tourist lost their lives, the maestro recalled composing his first symphony earlier this year, aptly titled Valiant. 'Unaware then of the tragic events to come, I now dedicate the spirit of that music to the courage and precision of our soldiers,' he wrote. Quoting Bharathiyar's patriotic verse 'Jaya Bherigai Kottada,' Ilaiyaraaja announced his contribution, calling it a small token to honor the valor of India's armed forces. 'As a proud Indian and Member of Parliament, I offer this for their efforts to eliminate terrorism and protect our borders,' he added. His gesture follows India's launch of Operation Sindoor, a strategic offensive targeting terror hubs in Pakistan and PoJK, in retaliation to the Pahalgam massacre. Earlier this year, Ilaiyaraaja made history as the first Indian to present a Western classical symphony at London's Eventim Apollo, performing with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. His act of solidarity has garnered praise, reinforcing his stature not just as a music icon but as a committed patriot.
