Goa Fire Exposes EPFO Oversight Gaps

'The tragedy underscored 'serious and widespread' weaknesses in the EPFO's monitoring system and its ability to detect and act against defaulting establishments.' IMAGE: The Birch by Romeo Lane......

'This Reshuffle Is Classic Modi-Shah Showmanship'

'If the BJP seriously addresses employment, examination integrity and systemic corruption, they might salvage their position. Otherwise, they are heading toward serious trouble in 2027.' IMAGE:......

Mumbai encounter specialist cop Daya Nayak promoted to ACP rank

Senior police inspector Daya Nayak, once known as an `encounter specialist', was on Tuesday promoted to the rank of assistant commissioner of police, an official said. IMAGE: Senior cop Daya Nayak......

DNA delays deepen agony for families of AI plane crash victims

Amid the trauma of losing their loved ones, it is a long wait for the families of several victims of the Air India plane crash as they continue to camp here for four days in the hope of getting the......

Blinkit drops 10-minute delivery claim; Swiggy, Zepto may follow suit

Eternal-owned quick-commerce firm Blinkit has dropped its '10-minute' delivery claim after intervention by the Labour Ministry amid growing concerns over the welfare and safety of delivery workers.......

Govt notifies 4 labour codes, rationalises labour laws

In a historic decision, the government on Friday announced the implementation of the four Labour Codes, which rationalised 29 existing labour laws, with immediate effect. Photograph: Adnan......

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

The board of retirement fund body EPFO has approved liberalised part withdrawals for its more than seven crore subscribers, allowing up to 100 per cent EPF withdrawal. Along with the above, it was......

Employment increases 36% to 64.33 cr in last ten years: Mansukh Mandaviya

Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said employment in the country has increased by 36 per cent to 64.33 crore in 2023-24 from 47.15 crore in 2014-15, which shows improvement in job......

'Mohan Baingan': Sports Min's Gaffe Triggers Fan Backlash

IMAGE: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya during the ISL press conference on January 6, 2026. Photograph: ANI Photo Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya found himself in a major......

Budget 2026: Sports goods sector gets Rs 500 cr boost; Rs 900 cr for Khelo India

IMAGE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Khelo India mission will facilitate an integrated talent development programme through inter-linking pathways. Photograph: Khelo India/Instagram......

2036 Olympics: How India plans to boost medals count

IMAGE: India is aiming to win multiple medals in disciplines like aquatics and cycling at the 2036 Olympic Games as both these events offer over a 100 medals. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points......

Big boost for Indian football: ISL returns on Feb 14

IMAGE: The 2025-26 edition of the Indian Super League will feature all 14 clubs. Photograph: AIFF/X Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday announced that the Indian Super League, which was......

Sports Ministry asks SAI to formulate SOP for future events

Sports Authority of India is responsible for the upkeep of five stadia in the national capital, including the Indira Gandhi Stadium that hosted the India Open.  IMAGE: The Indira Gandhi Sports......