Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIA significant number of infrastructure projects, each exceeding Rs 150 crore, have encountered notable cost escalations. Out of 1,847 proje...
28 Jul, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
Infrastructure projects see cost overrun of Rs 4.92 lakh cr: MoSPIInfrastructure projects worth over Rs 150 crore each registered substantial cost overruns. A total of 1,847 projects monitored showed revis...
28 Jul, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
Lost track of old PF account? Govt reveals how new EPFO e-portal helps trace and transfer balanceThe EPFO has launched a new digital platform to help members trace old accounts. Members can now securely access and transfer their accumul...
28 Jul, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Parliament Watch: ESIC disburses Rs 5.26 crore under ABVK, 79 FEMA applications disposed of since FY22Parliament updates: Govt launched a 3-month drive to clear 16,033 labour disputes, ESIC disbursed ₹5.26 crore under ABVKY, approved polymer...
28 Jul, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Education Ministry’s 2025 notes to states flagged learning-jobs gapsThe Education Ministry's latest data highlights deep structural challenges in India's education and employment landscape, with nearly three...
28 Jul, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
EPF vs mutual funds: Which is better for retirement? EPFO compares returns, tax, pension benefits and riskThe Employees Provident Fund offers retirement security and employer contributions. Mutual funds are voluntary investments with market-link...
27 Jul, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Three Indians died every week in Gulf workplace accidents between 2023 & 2025, MEA data showsMEA data shows more than 800 Indian nationals died in workplace accidents overseas between 2023 and 2025, with 55% of the fatalities occurr...
27 Jul, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
From Anganwadis to job market, India's education crisis needs structural reform, not a new ministerIndia's education system requires urgent structural reforms, not just ministerial changes. Early childhood education needs transformation f...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
Centre transfers Higher Education Secy Vineet Joshi amid NEET row; Naresh Pal Gangwar takes overHigher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was transferred amid ongoing exam irregularities scrutiny. Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Departm...
24 Jul, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Government links payments to skill centres with jobsThe Skill Development Ministry is linking payments to training providers to candidate placement. A ₹530-crore Skills Outcome Fund will ince...
24 Jul, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
EPS minimum pension hike: Is government increasing minimum EPS pension to Rs 7,500? Ministry respondsEmployee unions demand a higher minimum Employees Pension Scheme pension. The government has not announced any increase to the current Rs 1...
23 Jul, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
EPF Scheme 2026: Key changes in nominations, PF withdrawals, and employer complianceKey features— such as the 12% contribution rate for employers and employees as well as the Rs.15,000 statutory wage ceiling—remain unchange...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
EPFO launches VISHWAS 2026 to settle employer penalty disputesThe EPFO has launched VISHWAS 2026, a six-month, one-time dispute resolution scheme to help employers settle pending damages and penalty ca...
18 Jul, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
EPFO launches Vishwas 2026; scheme to be operational for six monthsUnder VISHWAS, 2026, damages or penalty for defaults pertaining to the period prior to June 14 2024 shall be recalculated at substantially ...
17 Jul, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
EPFO launches six-month 'VISHWAS 2026' scheme to settle employer penalty disputes, promote complianceThe Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched 'VISHWAS, 2026', a one-time dispute resolution scheme aimed at encouraging e...
17 Jul, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
India’s unemployment rate steady at 5.5% in JuneIndia's overall unemployment rate held steady at 5.5 percent in June. Female unemployment increased to 5.9 percent, while male joblessness ...
15 Jul, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
Saudi Arabia warns visitors against visa overstays; violators face fines, imprisonment and deportationSaudi Arabia has warned foreign visitors to depart before their entry visas expire. Overstaying visas can result in significant fines, impr...
14 Jul, 2026, 03.53 PM IST