EPF vs NPS: Rs 10,000/monthly investment in each; where you may get a higher retirement corpus?The National Pension System (NPS) and the Employee Provident Fund (EPF) both serve unique purposes for retirement planning. The ultimate fi...
03 Sep, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Jane Birkin: “When I made mistakes, people used to laugh. I could have learnt better, but I've always...” — the powerful Jane Birkin quote about mistakes, laughter, learning from life, embracing imperfections, finding humor in difficult moments and seeing the lighter side of life's unexpected lessonsThe quote of the day by Jane Birkin "When I made mistakes, people used to laugh. I could have learnt better, but I've always liked to make ...
03 Sep, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Psychology explains why spilling your coffee in front of others might actually be a blessing in disguise - And how one embarrassing moment could make you more likable and help turn an awkward situation into an unexpected friendshipPsychology of spilling your coffee in front of others: Surprisingly, small public mistakes can boost your likability and create stronger hu...
03 Sep, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Best large cap mutual funds to invest in September 2026According to the Sebi mandate, the large cap mutual funds are mandated to invest in top 100 companies by market capitalisation. Large compa...
03 Sep, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Chicago Field Office enhanced its recycling program. They established four recycling centers a...
03 Sep, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Jim Morrison: “Some of the worst mistakes in my life were… – Inspiring lessons on mistakes, regret, humor, acceptance and why it’s only a bad hair day by the American Singer known for powerful performances and deep insights on appearance and experiencesQuote of the Day by Jim Morrison: Jim Morrison’s quote, “Some of the worst mistakes in my life were haircuts,” humorously reflects on the s...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
EPFO services you can still avail on its portal: Tracking application status, filing death claim, UAN allotment and moreThe Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has revamped its services for members, allowing UAN activation solely through the UMANG app, uti...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Widow gets husband’s provident fund and gratuity but loses family pension due to a paperwork mistakeWidow got husband’s provident fund and gratuity but no family pension due to this fatal paperwork mistake; Delhi HC order explained.
02 Sep, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
Best Italian Proverb of the Day: “To err is human, to persist is diabolical” a life lesson on learning from mistakesBest Italian Proverb of the Day: “To err is human, to persist is diabolical” reminds us that making mistakes is a natural part of life, whi...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
A man raised in poverty without a father and who barely made it through high school went on to open 54 Burger King restaurants across three US states, later donating more than $2 million through his foundationJohn Gullo built a successful Burger King franchise empire across three states. He later founded the American Dream Foundation, donating ov...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
EPF scheme launches EEC 2026: If you missed EPF enrolment, find out whether you can enrol before the October 31 deadlineSalaried employees who want to opt for EPF scheme but could not due to issue with employer can now do so by October 31, 2026 if these condi...
01 Sep, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
‘I wasn’t working anymore, I was just waiting for approvals’: Bengaluru CA shares what micromanagement does to employeesBengaluru CA Meenal Goel shared her experience of working with a manager who wanted updates on every task, email and small decision. Initia...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
New labour code impact: Rs 8k less take home pay likely for employee with Rs 15 lakh CTC; check the impact on CTCs of Rs 10 lakh, Rs 25 lakh and Rs 50 lakhNew labour codes mandate higher provident fund contributions for employees. This change reduces monthly take-home pay for many salaried ind...
31 Aug, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
"Nagendra's resignation victory for Dalits, not BJP alone", says Karnataka LoP R AshokaKarnataka Leader of Opposition (LoP) R Ashoka on Saturday said that Congress leader B Nagendra's resignation from the state cabinet was the...
29 Aug, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
Fresher saves company from Rs 30 lakh loss on first day, catches error senior team missedA fresher joining a company from a top business school spotted a major calculation error in a client report on his first day, according to ...
28 Aug, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
EPF calculator: Basic pay Rs 50,000? In how many years can you build Rs 2.23 crore retirement corpus?The Employees Provident Fund serves as a robust mechanism for building long-term savings through consistent contributions and the magic of ...
27 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
EPFO credits August pensions early to 4,40,901 pensioners in Keralam Zone amidst Onam celebrationsThe Employees' Pension Fund Organisation credited August pensions early for 4,40,901 pensioners. This advance disbursement occurred on Augu...
26 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST