The Canadian Government continues to support low- and modest-income families through the GST/HST Credit, a vital financial relief initiative. In 2025, the federal Goods and Services Tax / Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Credit has been updated to reflect inflation and rising living costs, offering crucial quarterly assistance to millions of Canadians. Summary Table: GST/HST Credit … Read more
The UK government is embarking on a transformative initiative to digitise identification documents, starting with the driving licence. Expected to roll out by the end of summer 2025, this new move allows around 50 million UK motorists to carry a digital version of their driving licence on their smartphones through the new Gov.UK Wallet app. … Read more
The UK government has launched a new £250 cost of living payment in June 2025 as part of its continuing strategy to shield low-income and vulnerable households from inflationary pressure and rising living costs. Unlike previous rounds, this support focuses more directly on those with the greatest financial need, offering targeted assistance through an automated … Read more
In a significant move to tackle rising living costs, the UK government has introduced a £450 Cost of Living Payment for 2025. The payment is part of the wider efforts by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to ease financial strain on vulnerable populations amid ongoing economic instability and high inflation. Summary Table: DWP … Read more
As the technology landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, global IT giants are ramping up their efforts to hire the next generation of talent. One such industry leader, Capgemini, has officially launched its Recruitment Drive for 2025, targeting fresh graduates and aspiring software engineers. Known for its innovative approach to digital transformation and … Read more
The UK Government has officially confirmed that it will be expanding its cost of living support later in 2025, specifically through an extended Warm Home Discount program. This extension is aimed at easing the burden of rising energy costs for millions of households across the country. The move is expected to benefit around six million … Read more
In July 2025, South African senior citizens will receive a special one-time pension bonus of R1,000. This initiative, announced by the government, aims to support older adults facing increasing living costs and to acknowledge their lifelong contributions to society. Summary Table: R1,000 Pension Bonus for South African Seniors in July 2025 Feature Details Initiative R1,000 … Read more
India is set to revolutionize its social welfare landscape with the launch of the Unified Pension Scheme 2025. Scheduled to begin in June 2025, this scheme promises a monthly benefit of ₹10,000 to eligible retirees, making it one of the most significant public welfare initiatives in recent years. The program is aimed at ensuring financial … Read more
South Africa’s public sector employees are set to receive a long-awaited and well-deserved salary boost in 2025. The government has confirmed a comprehensive new pay structure aimed at improving the working conditions and financial wellbeing of civil servants across the country. This move is seen as a strategic step toward strengthening public services and acknowledging … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed a critical policy update affecting all pension grant beneficiaries starting June 1, 2025. Under the new “No-Documents-No-Payment” rule, beneficiaries must ensure that all required documentation is submitted and verified to continue receiving payments. This significant change aims to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and ensure that financial … Read more