8th Pay Commission: How fitment factor is determined and how it affects salaries—what we know
The 8th Pay Commission, recently approved by the Union Cabinet, seeks to adjust salaries and pensions using a fitment factor…
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No phones or social media: Two sisters battling depression, distressed over pet dog’s illness consume phenyl, end life
Neither of the sisters used mobile phones or social media and largely stayed indoors. One of them was also known…
What is Boxing Day and why is it celebrated day after Christmas? All about its origin, significance, and other details
Boxing Day, celebrated on 26 December, is a public holiday in the UK and Commonwealth countries. It features gift-giving, family…
Aadhaar-PAN linking mandatory by 31 December 2025 – here’s a last-minute guide for taxpayers
Taxpayers must link Aadhaar with PAN by 31 December 2025 to maintain PAN validity. The process can be completed online,…
‘Matter of great concern’: India condemns killing of Hindu youth in Bangladesh, says closely following developments
The MEA’s comment comes after recent incidents involving the lynching of Hindu men in Bangladesh. India said that over 2900…
H-1B visa appointment cancellations, delays: India raises concerns with US authorities, says ‘remains actively engaged’
India’s Ministry of External Affairs expressed concern over US visa appointment delays causing hardships for citizens, including educational disruptions. Discussions…
‘They are trying to scam you’: US Embassy in India warns of visa fraud amid H-1B delays — here’s how to spot fraudsters
The US Embassy in India warns against scams promising guaranteed visas or faster approvals. They advise applicants to follow official…
Trump’s Kennedy Center move triggers scrapping of 20-year Christmas jazz tradition
Veteran jazz musician Chuck Redd canceled the Kennedy Center’s traditional Christmas Eve jazz concert, citing objections to the decision to…
40 rescued from Mumbai housing complex fire; filmmaker Sandeep Singh’s premises affected
A civic official said 30-40 persons were rescued from the 16th-floor refuge area through the staircase, while three others, including…
Gwen Stefani’s big Disney Christmas performance comes as Blake Shelton slit rumours are put to rest
Gwen Stefani is gearing up for a Christmas Day performance at Disneyland as part of Disney’s holiday parade, while renewed…