Leaving Microsoft with a buyout? US employees have 3 main 401(k) options; what happens if they make one mistake that could trigger taxes?The technology giant announced a new, time-limited Voluntary Exit offer for eligible employees in participation teams in the US, UK, Canada...
27 Oct, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
Indian workplaces face widespread compliance gaps despite corporate efforts: ReportAn audit of 52 workplaces across 17 states and union territories found 4,694 compliance gaps, averaging about 90 per site, according to Tea...
27 Oct, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
EPS pension hike: Can EPFO increase minimum monthly pension from Rs 1,000 at its proposed November 19 meeting?The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation may discuss increasing the minimum monthly pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme. A propos...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
US moves to change green card sponsorship rules as PERM proposal clears federal reviewThe US Office of Management and Budget has completed its review of a proposed rule to revise the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) progr...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
New OTT releases to watch this week: 9 new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, ZEE5 and moreThis week, from October 26 to November 1, OTT platforms will release several exciting new movies and shows across different genres, includi...
27 Oct, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
Cotton shortage set to worsen as new deals drive export demandThe impact of El Nino weather conditions could further hurt domestic production, expected to fall by 3.4% to a new low in the 2026-27 crop ...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
Brazil presidential election results: Five economic challenges facing re-elected President LulaBrazil's economy is encountering significant challenges as President Lula starts his fourth term in January. Soaring public debt and rising...
26 Oct, 2026, 06.37 AM IST
Lula, Bolsonaro trade barbs over cost of living in final debate before Brazil runoffBrazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva engaged in a heated debate on cost of living. Both candidates ai...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
UK employees receiving per diem payments must separately disclose them if they cross HMRC-specified limits; Know what employees should doIn the UK, employees receiving per diem must be mindful of reporting amounts that exceed HMRC limits, as these payments are taxable income ...
24 Oct, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
No additional EPS contribution by government on higher wage ceiling of Rs 25,000; know what it means for your pensionEPS pension: In a recent notification, the central government confirmed that the Employees' Pension Scheme contribution will remain at the ...
23 Oct, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
New Zealand court rules employers charging migrant workers overseas job fees is illegalThe Employment Court of New Zealand has made a clear decision that charging fees to migrant workers seeking employment is illegal, and this...
21 Oct, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
Gratuity calculator: What can be your gratuity on Rs 50,000 last-drawn pay and 10 years of service?Gratuity is an essential payment made by employers in recognition of employees' long-standing loyalty and service. Typically, employees qua...
21 Oct, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
Amazon to recruit over 300,000 workers for holiday season in first hiring jump in three yearsIn a significant move, Amazon plans to hire over 300,000 employees in the US for the upcoming holiday season, marking its first recruitment...
20 Oct, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Salary up to Rs 25,000: EPFO reveals how you can enrol for EPF, EPS and ELDI schemesThe government recently raised the wage ceiling for the Employees' Provident Fund to Rs 25,000, allowing a broader range of workers to acce...
19 Oct, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
US lawmakers propose raising H-1B salary threshold to nearly $140,000 for some workersIn a significant move, Republican lawmakers are advocating for a new bill that would raise the H-1B visa salary cap to almost $140,000, ref...
18 Oct, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
United Kingdom considers a new investor visa for wealthy foreigners ahead of the October budgetThe UK government is considering a new investor visa to attract wealthy individuals and support economic growth. Proposals include various ...
18 Oct, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
California's minimum wage rate for 2027 is $17.4 an hour, but these workers are set to earn more than thatCalifornia's minimum wage is set to rise to $17.40 an hour, effective January 1, 2027. But various local and industry-specific wages may ex...
11 Oct, 2026, 07.07 PM IST