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Animal Welfare Groups Praise SC’s Humane Ruling, Cite Need for Clarity

  Date: August 22, 2025 Animal welfare organizations welcomed the SC’s modified order, stating that it upheld scientific ABC principles of sterilization, vaccination, and release. However, they urged the court to provide clearer definitions for terms like “aggressive dogs,” as ambiguity remained around certain directives—especially regarding feeding zones and enforcement

DBS Bank Introduces 7% Interest Rate for Seniors on 30th Anniversary

In celebration of its 30th anniversary in India, DBS Bank has launched the ‘DBS Golden Circle’ programme, specifically designed for senior citizens. This new priority banking initiative offers an array of benefits tailored for residents aged 60 and above, including a notable 7% interest rate on savings accounts.

Benefits for Seniors

The DBS Golden Circle programme aims to address common financial concerns faced by seniors, such as income insecurity and rising living costs. According to the India Ageing Report 2023 by the United Nations Population Fund, these challenges are significant vulnerabilities in old age.

Prashant Joshi, Managing Director and Head of Consumer Banking Group at DBS Bank India, emphasized that the programme is designed to enhance financial stability for seniors through competitive interest rates, allowing them to grow their savings effectively.

Key Features

  • Interest Rates: Senior citizens can benefit from a 7% interest rate on their savings accounts.
  • Cyber Insurance: Coverage of up to ₹1 lakh to address security concerns.
  • Fee Waivers: No charges for national electronic funds transfers (NEFT), real-time gross settlement (RTGS), or duplicate statements.
  • Free Services: Lifetime free debit cards, unlimited domestic ATM transactions, and discounts on locker rentals.
  • Flexible Access: Fixed deposits with tenures over one year come with no penalties for early withdrawals, ensuring funds are accessible in emergencies.
  • Additional Benefits: Special overdraft rates against FDs and loans.

The DBS Golden Circle programme is crafted to offer a more secure and rewarding banking experience, addressing the specific needs of the elderly population.

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