Starting next year, EPFO subscribers can withdraw their provident funds directly from ATMs, as announced by Labour Secretary Sumita Dawra. The initiative aims to simplify claims and improve ease of access with minimal intervention. The Labour Ministry is upgrading IT systems, with major enhancements expected by January 2025. Efforts to extend social security benefits to […]
Actor Allu Arjun has approached the Telangana High Court to seek the dismissal of a case filed against him in connection with the Sandhya Theatre incident at RTC Cross Roads, Hyderabad. The incident occurred during the benefit show of “Pushpa-2,” leading to a fatal stampede. Allu Arjun requests the court to quash the case registered […]
Nostradamus, the 16th-century astrologer, has foreseen alarming events for 2025, including the end of the Russia-Ukraine war due to financial collapse, turmoil in England with wars and plagues, and a possible asteroid collision with Earth. His ominous predictions also mention natural disasters in Brazil, such as flooding and volcanic activity linked to climate change, fueling […]
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticized the six-month-old coalition government, stating it has failed on all fronts. He urged YSR Congress Party leaders and workers to counter the TDP-led government’s false propaganda and diversion tactics. Reddy accused Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu of using diversion politics to cover up the coalition’s […]
Suryansh Shedge, a Rs 30 lakh recruit for Punjab Kings, stunned everyone with a blistering 36 off 12 balls, including four sixes, to help Mumbai chase down 222 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarterfinal. His explosive performance, including a strike rate of 300, secured Mumbai’s place in the semifinals, showcasing his potential for […]
Tamil Nadu govt has announced that the 2024 Vaikom Award for Social Justice will be presented to Kannada writer and social activist Devanura Mahadeva. Mahadeva has been a prominent figure in the fight against caste discrimination and oppression. He will receive Rs 5 lakh, a certificate of appreciation, and a medal during the inauguration of […]
A 45-year-old priest took his own life after goddess Kali failed to “appear” to him during a 24-hour prayer session in Varanasi, according to police reports. Amit Sharma was found with a self-inflicted throat wound at his rented home in Gaighat Pathangali. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. Sources revealed […]
A suicide bombing in Kabul on Wednesday killed Khalil Haqqani, the Taliban’s minister of refugees, and his bodyguards. The blast occurred inside the ministry, making Haqqani the highest-profile victim since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan. There has been no immediate claim of responsibility. Haqqani was the uncle of Sirajuddin Haqqani, leader of a prominent […]
A Chinese influencer, who fabricated a story about being a single father while delivering food with his daughter, has been arrested. Operating under the handle @qianyibaobei on Douyin, the man gained over 400,000 followers by creating sympathetic videos. He falsely claimed to be a single father, profiting from live-stream sales. Police later revealed the truth […]
Buying properties through bank auctions offers great discounts, often 10-30% below market value. However, potential risks include unclear property titles, pending dues, delayed possession, and limited ability to inspect the property beforehand. While the auction process is legally regulated, buyers should conduct thorough due diligence, including consulting legal and financial experts.