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Karnataka HC senior citizens act daughter-in-law eviction

Senior citizens can reclaim house from daughter-in-law: Karnataka High Court

July 08, 2026 8:59 pm

The Supreme Court has held that the remedy available under the Senior Citizens Act cannot be rendered illusory just because a daughter-in-law claims residence rights under the Domestic Violence Act.

Son needn’t pay maintenance when parents financially stable: Calcutta High Court

June 29, 2026 3:56 pm

The Calcutta High Court has set aside a Rs 10,000 monthly maintenance order, holding the parents were financially independent, while stressing the son's moral duty to care for and stay in touch with them.

Panchkula police senior citizens adoption

From house visits to special classes: Panchkula police to ‘adopt’ the elderly

June 25, 2026 2:48 pm

The Panchkula police will survey all senior citizens living alone in the city and take steps to act as their support system.

‘Can’t shirk her obligation’: Karnataka High Court says daughter must care for aged mother, upholds property return order

May 13, 2026 1:30 pm

The Karnataka High Court has upheld the annulment of a gift deed after a 62-year-old retired teacher was forced to live in a rented house while her children collected rent from her properties.

Ageing with dignity: how Vriddha Mitra is revolutionising elder care with a companionship-first approach

May 03, 2026 1:20 pm

The organisation shifted to delivering care in elders' own homes after recognising the quiet sadness residents felt at being forced into old-age homes.

bombay high court senior citizen sons eviction

Bombay High Court quashes eviction order against sons, says father must prove ‘inability to maintain himself’

February 17, 2026 5:57 pm

Every conflict between a senior citizen and his offspring would not fall under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, the Bombay High Court observed.

How much should senior citizens walk daily?

February 02, 2026 11:23 am

Walking remains one of the safest, most effective forms of exercise for senior citizens—when done with care and consistency.

The primary tax benefit on health insurance comes under Section 80D. It allows deductions for premiums paid for yourself, your spouse, dependent children, and parents. For self, spouse, and children, you can claim up to ₹25,000 a year. Add parents to the policy, and you get another ₹25,000. If either parent is a senior citizen, this second limit rises to ₹50,000. (Express Photo)

Health Insurance Tax Benefits: What Counts & What Doesn’t

December 23, 2025 6:58 pm

With healthcare costs rising faster than incomes, adequate cover is essential for financial security, as a serious illness or hospitalisation can quickly erode years of savings.

The MPs questioned the government and sought reasons for not reinstating the concessions extended to senior citizens.

Ashwini Vaishnaw responds to questions over reinstating concessions for senior citizens in railways

August 01, 2025 3:58 pm

Indian Railways subsidy 2025: Despite the pandemic ended, the Ministry of Railways has not yet reinstated the concession for senior citizens. The issue has been raised multiple times by Members of Parliament, urging the government to bring back the benefit.

Learn why senior citizens might faint in the bathroom and how to prevent it with expert tips

Senior citizens must never do this while taking a bath

June 20, 2025 5:40 pm

According to Dr Manisha Arora, Director of Internal Medicine at CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, understanding how to approach bathing routines and recognising potential causes of fainting can save lives and enhance safety for older adults