Techie leaves Rs 18 lakh job for PSU stability taking a big pay cut, questions decision after one yearA viral workplace discussion on X has triggered contrasting views on the trade-off between private-sector earnings and public-sector stabil...
25 Aug, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
In the early 1930s, New York State bought 340,000 acres of abandoned farmland for trees. 26 years later, the new forests had significantly reduced runoff, with their effect stable through 1967New York's reforestation program transformed abandoned farmland into dense woodlands. This initiative significantly reduced streamflow and ...
25 Aug, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
In 1980, Social Security gave recipients a 14.3% raise. It came during an extraordinary period of Great US inflationIn 1980, Social Security recipients experienced an unprecedented 14.3% cost-of-living adjustment, a drastic response to soaring inflation t...
25 Aug, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Social Security COLA 2027: Mark this key date now as millions wait to see how big the COLA increase could be, how much their checks may rise and when higher payments beginThe Social Security COLA 2027 announcement is getting closer. The expected date is October 14, 2026. The current 2027 COLA estimate is 3.6%...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) payments coming this week: Check date, how much Canadians can receive, eligibility rules and who qualifies for the 2026 government benefitsCanadians are keeping an eye on their bank accounts as a couple of government benefit payments are scheduled to be deposited next week. Can...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Imphal-Guwahati bus service resumes with enhanced security, benefiting over 250 passengersPublic transport services resumed on the Imphal-Dimapur-Guwahati route for a third day. Over 250 passengers traveled from Imphal under robu...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
China's netizens rage against professor who said gig work was a type of 'welfare'A prominent economics professor's remarks on gig work as welfare ignited public anger in China. She argued flexibility offers welfare, cont...
24 Aug, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
IRS Adoption Credit 2026: Can eligible families claim up to $17,670 per child with Form 8839 and $5,120 refundable?The IRS Adoption Credit 2026 can provide up to $17,670 per eligible child for qualifying adoption expenses. The IRS raised the maximum from...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
Can the IRS EITC 2026 really deliver up to $8,231? Check these income and child rules before filing Form 1040The IRS EITC 2026 can put up to $8,231 back into the hands of eligible workers. But it is not a payment for everyone. Your earned income, f...
22 Aug, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
EPFO urges establishments to enrol eligible workers under EEC 2026Establishments can now enrol previously uncovered employees under EPF. This Employees' Enrolment Campaign 2026 offers a one-time opportunit...
22 Aug, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
EPF vs stock market: EPFO reveals 6 reasons why EPF offers greater retirement securityThe Employees Provident Fund (EPF) presents a government-backed savings scheme, ensuring consistent interest rates with mandatory contribut...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
Anti-reservation protesters at Jantar Mantar demand policy review, creamy layer provisionIn a powerful demonstration, hundreds of individuals convened at Delhi's Jantar Mantar to voice their concerns against caste-based reservat...
21 Aug, 2026, 08.26 PM IST
Japanese proverb of the day: 'One kind word can warm three winter months...'; A simple reminder that kindness costs nothingA thoughtful word can bring great comfort during tough moments. Little acts of kindness can have a far-reaching impact on people's lives. I...
21 Aug, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Ex-Google engineer's conviction for stealing AI secrets partially overturnedU.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria in San Francisco ruled there was insufficient evidence Ding intended or knew his conduct would ben...
21 Aug, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
Social Security payment dates 2026: Next checks arrive on August 19 and 26; see who gets paidSocial Security payments continue through August 2026 for eligible beneficiaries. SSI recipients received their August payment early on Jul...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
Social Security Payment alert: Social Security Administration updates key list, major points you need to knowSocial Security payments play an important role in the financial lives of millions of Americans, providing a source of income for retirees,...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.45 AM IST
NPS choices for NRIs explained: Can NRIs invest in Tier II NPS accounts? Check rules and investment optionsFor Non-Resident Indians, establishing a retirement corpus back home is simplified with the National Pension System. NRIs can open a Tier-I...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.05 PM IST