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New EPF scheme: 10 questions on contributions, withdrawals & retirement savings
EPF Scheme 2026: The good news is that many core features of the provident fund system remain familiar. Existing PF accounts continue, contribution rates broadly remain unchanged and accumulated balances remain protected.
What is Arthur Fery's nationality? Wimbledon 2026 star ends British-French debate
Arthur Fery has addressed questions about his nationality after becoming one of the biggest stories at Wimbledon 2026. The 23-year-old wildcard has enjoyed a dream run into the semi-finals, earning praise from fans across Britain. His impressive performances have also sparked discussion in France because he was born there and has French parents.
India gets world's first once-a-week insulin: All about Novo Nordisk's Awiqli
India has become one of the first countries in the world to introduce Awiqli, the world's first once-a-week basal insulin approved for clinical use, offering a new treatment option for adults living with diabetes.
'Just unfair': Ashwin slams selectors over Sanju Samson's Zimbabwe snub
Ravichandran Ashwin voiced strong disapproval of Sanju Samson's exclusion from the T20I squad. He believes frequent team changes create player insecurity and harm the T20 setup. Ashwin questioned the logic behind dropping Samson after a few recent poor scores. He warned that players might focus on self-preservation instead of winning matches. This decision has sparked considerable debate within Indian cricket circles.
'Was taking 18 tablets a day': Prince Narula opens up about battle with anxiety
Prince Narula revealed his struggle with severe anxiety and health complications. He took eighteen tablets daily and experienced significant weight gain. Music and his wife Yuvika Chaudhary provided crucial support during this difficult time. The couple faced marital challenges due to emotional exhaustion and considered parting ways. Becoming parents brought a fresh perspective, resolving conflicts by looking at their daughter.
Neil the one-tonne elephant seal causing traffic jams in rural Tasmania has returned to sea – for now
Premier Jeremy Rockliff says the ‘traffic cones and street signs of Tasmania can breathe a small sigh of relief’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA one-tonne southern elephant seal named Neil, whose beachside antics have attracted millions of views on social media, appears to have returned to sea.The five-year-old has spent several weeks at his usual twice-yearly haul-out spot in southern Tasmania. Continue reading...
VW faces protests in Germany over proposed job cuts and factory closures
Demonstrations at 18 sites set up as radical transformation plan put to board of Europe’s biggest carmakerVolkswagen’s proposal to slash up to 100,000 jobs and close factories faces a major test on Thursday as formal proposals are put to the supervisory board at Europe’s biggest carmaker, with protests planned at all plants in Germany.IG Metall, the influential staff union, has organised demonstrations involving shop stewards and union council members at 18 sites, including the company’s headqua...
'There should be no slackness': SC orders special team to survey illegal, unsafe buildings
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday reprimanded municipal authorities in Delhi, Gurugram, Lucknow, Patna and Tamil Nadu over illegal constructions and sought reports on the action taken to demolish or shut down unsafe buildings that pose a serious risk to public safety.
Salesforce staff 'confused' as it promotes Claude in $27.7 bn app it owns
Salesforce is promoting Anthropic's new Claude Tag AI agent inside Slack—the platform it bought for $27.7 billion—leaving employees confused, The Information reports. Claude Tag competes directly with Salesforce's own Slackbot and Agentforce, blurring the line between Salesforce's AI products and its partner's. With a 1% Anthropic stake and $300 million in annual token spending, Salesforce backs a rival that may not need Slack at all.
Bonnie Tyler, 80s pop legend known for Total Eclipse of the Heart and more, dies aged 75
Welsh singer and Eurovision entrant’s other hits included Footloose soundtrack smash Holding Out for a HeroBonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer whose husky yet commanding voice made songs such as Total Eclipse of the Heart into 1980s classics, has died aged 75.A message on her Facebook page reads: “Bonnie’s family and team are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away last night in hospital in Portugal as a result of the illness that she was being treated for.” Continue reading...
Reform activists urged to switch focus from Manchester to Farage’s Clacton contest
Exclusive: Party hoped to mount serious challenge in mayoral race but attention has been diverted to EssexUK politics live – latest updatesReform UK activists have been urged to divert from the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection to support Nigel Farage’s “fake” contest 250 miles away in Clacton.A WhatsApp message shared with party members in northwest England said: “The message could not be more clear. We now need all of our fantastic activists, branch officers and councillors to come and hel...
Reform activists urged to switch focus from Manchester to Farage’s Clacton contest
Exclusive: Party hoped to mount serious challenge in mayoral race but attention has been diverted to EssexUK politics live – latest updatesReform UK activists have been urged to divert from the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection to support Nigel Farage’s “fake” contest 250 miles away in Clacton.A WhatsApp message shared with party members in northwest England said: “The message could not be more clear. We now need all of our fantastic activists, branch officers and councillors to come and hel...
US, Iran launch more attacks as mediators urge warring sides to uphold MoU
Iran says it attacked sites linked to the US military in Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar after US bombarded targets in Iran.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin eyes outside funding; CEO says space is entering new era
Blue Origin is seeking its first outside investment to accelerate growth. The company aims to raise ten billion dollars at a high valuation. This move reflects investor confidence in Blue Origin's long-term space plans. It marks a significant shift after years of Jeff Bezos's personal financing. The fundraising occurs as Blue Origin works to compete with SpaceX.
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في عالم سيارات الـ SUV، تبرز ثلاث سيارات بشكل مثير: لامبورغيني أوروس، BMW XM، وبورشه كايين. هل ترغب في معرفة أي من هذه السيارات هو أسرع وأقوى؟ تابع القراءة لاكتشاف التفاصيل المذهلة!
A Florida airport is officially renamed for Trump. What does he stand to gain?
Trump is the first president to have an airport named after him while in office. The Trump Organization says he won't get royalties from the renaming, but legal experts see potential loopholes.(Image credit: Roberto Schmidt)
MORNING GLORY: Graham Platner proves candidates can’t outrun secrets and scandal
Do you want to run for an office that will be heavily contested in the general election? Begin considering your decision with the Bible.Really. Specifically, the Gospel of Luke, chapter 8, verse 17: "For nothing is secret that will not be revealed, nor anything hidden that will not be known and come to light." (The New King James Version.)Roman Catholics have long been urged to reflect often on "the four last things": death, judgment, heaven and hell. The "judgment" comes along with the consider...
Hottest June on record in Western Europe as heatwaves hit continent
Thousands of deaths across Europe, mostly in France, Spain and Belgium, have been linked to a June heatwave.
Inside King’s College London’s crackdown on pro-Palestine students
King's College London, which has ties to the defence industry, has disciplined at least 26 students in two years.
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz scheme could derail one Gulf nation’s bright future
In the maelstrom of noise over Iranian action in the Strait of Hormuz, there has been much less discussion of the country on the other side of the contested waterway: Oman.Over the course of the conflict in Iran, Oman has been a somewhat enigmatic actor. While cooperating with the United States as a mediator, it has also displayed an openness to Tehran’s schemes to impose tolls on shipping through the Strait.That would be a significant mistake. Unlike Iran, Oman has a bright, promising future du...