An appraisal is a review of your annual performance and future goals. Think of it as your professional “rating.” An increment is the actual salary hike or bonus you receive based on that rating. While appraisal evaluates your work, the increment increases your pay. One is a report card, and the other is the reward.
The Mijia Ih Electric Multi Rice Cooker S1 4L combines induction heating (IH) and a 1.2× pressure‑cooking system to evenly cook rice at around 105 °C, ensuring soft, flavorful results. Its 4 L capacity handles family meals, and built‑in smart features like remote control, scheduling, and cloud recipes via app enhance. Launched in China at about ¥1099 […]
Amid the Iran war, Ukraine is training US and Gulf nations to counter Iranian-made Shahed drones. Drawing from its war experience with Russia, Kyiv has deployed hundreds of experts to strengthen air defence systems. The move highlights Ukraine’s growing role in global security as drone warfare reshapes modern battle strategies.
According to RBI rules, family members are not personally liable for the debts of a deceased person, including unsecured credit card loans. Banks cannot pressure relatives to pay. Outstanding dues are recovered only from the deceased’s assets or deposits. The estate alone is responsible for clearing the loans, protecting heirs from financial burden.
IndiGo has appointed William Willie Walsh, former CEO of British Airways and IAG, as its new CEO, weeks after Pieter Elbers resigned over the airline’s flight cancellation crisis. Walsh, currently Director General of IATA, brings extensive global aviation experience, having led multiple airlines, including British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia, Level, and Vueling.
Mohammed Shami has delivered a blunt message on retirement after being overlooked by selectors despite taking 67 wickets in the 2025–26 domestic season. Snubbed from multiple series and major tournaments, the pacer made it clear he will retire only on his own terms, highlighting frustration over continued exclusion from the national side.
The Indian rupee recorded its worst fall in 12 years in FY26, dropping about 9.85% due to foreign outflows and the West Asia, including Iran, conflict. It breached 95 per dollar before closing lower. Meanwhile, government bond yields rose above 7% despite rate cuts, driven by higher borrowings, global uncertainty, and persistent pressure on financial […]
Young sensational batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed 52 with five sixes against Chennai Super Kings, breaking records of Rahul Dravid and Kumar Sangakkara. The RR batter has hit 29 sixes in just 8 IPL matches, surpassing their tallies and equalling Sachin Tendulkar’s 29 sixes mark, highlighting his explosive rise.
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu chaired a roundtable on Amaravati Quantum Valley, finalizing an action plan to make the state a top-five global quantum computing hub by 2030. Discussions focused on local manufacturing, hardware ecosystems, infrastructure, startups, bio-foundries, innovations, and promoting a ‘Made in Amaravati’ initiative.
The Iran-linked conflict has disrupted helium supply, cutting nearly 30% of global production after Qatar’s facilities halted. Helium is vital for cooling AI chip manufacturing and MRI machines. With limited alternatives and concentrated supply, shortages may raise costs, delay healthcare services, and slow technological growth worldwide.
Despite the silence from Bollywood Khans on Dhurandhar 2’s box office success, photos of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh have gone viral. The duo met at Mishka Kamboj’s lavish 16th birthday party at The St. Regis Mumbai. Fans are now speculating whether SRK privately congratulated Ranveer, as the star-studded images dominate social media trends.
Despite the silence from Bollywood Khans on ‘Dhurandhar 2’s box office success, photos of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh have gone viral. The duo met at Mishka Kamboj’s lavish 16th birthday party at The St. Regis Mumbai. Fans are now speculating whether SRK privately congratulated Ranveer, as the star-studded images dominate social media trends.
The box office is increasingly unpredictable, with star power no longer ensuring success. Films like Chiranjeevi’s “Bholaa Shankar,” Prabhas’ “The Raja Saab,” and NTR’s “War 2” struggled. Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” also fell short, grossing under ₹100 crore and selling just over 1 million tickets, highlighting the...
Tamil Nadu police have registered a case against TVK candidate Prakash alias Kutty from Poonamallee over sexual harassment allegations by a party executive. The incident reportedly occurred 6 months ago at a wedding reception. Despite earlier complaints to party leaders, no action was taken. Tiruvallur police are now investigating and questioning the complainant.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed confidence that Mamata Banerjee will retain power in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, citing strong public support for the Trinamool Congress. She criticized the BJP’s campaign, while the Indian National Congress also eyes a comeback. Polling is April 23 and 29, with results on May 4.