BENGALURU: With many employees seeing a moderate dip in net take-home salaries in their latest payslips, companies are issuing explainers to help them understand the impact of the new labour codes.The reduction is largely due to changes in salary composition. Employee provident fund (PF) contributions have increased, as they are now calculated as 12% of…
2026 is the year of transformation and growth through transits and transformation of planetary positions. According to the books of Vedic astrology predictions, it is believed that this year will bring in unexpected surprises for some zodiac signs, as this year of the Sun and Jupiter will bring in a wave of sudden financial windfalls…
Vande Bharat trains have truly transformed the face of domestic travel in India. It is not only about speed, but also about how travellers experience the overall journey. In a recent official update, the Indian Railways has approved Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Mumbai and Bengaluru. It is another major step in luxury long-distance travel…
Prithvi Shaw. (File photo) NEW DELHI: “I like to be in the present.” That sums up Prithvi Shaw’s outlook after a turbulent phase that saw him lose his IPL spot and his place in the Mumbai Ranji Trophy squad. Back after a mental reset, the Delhi Capitals batter is choosing clarity over noise.“Last year when…
Russia on Friday highlighted its deepening energy partnership with India, saying that Moscow can ramp up energy supplies to the Indian market amid the ongoing energy crisis triggered by Middle East war. During his visit to India, Russia’s first deputy chairman Denis Manturov said that Moscow’s companies are capable to enhance supplies of oil and…
SRH’ horror collapse against GT in Ahmedabad (Image: IPL/BCCI) Former IPL chairman and BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla weighed in on Sunrisers Hyderabad’s crushing defeat against Gujarat Titans, questioning the batting approach that led to their dramatic collapse in Ahmedabad.GT produced a dominant all-round performance to register an emphatic 82-run win and climb to the top…
Today, keep an eye out for hidden tensions and idle chatter, particularly among colleagues or family members. Strive to maintain harmony in your relationships, steering clear of any controversial topics. On the academic front, a tranquil mindset will pave your way to achievement. In your career, be protective of your innovative ideas. Keep your cards…
NEET MDS 2026 city intimation slip NEET MDS 2026 city intimation slip: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the NEET MDS 2026 exam city intimation slip. Candidates who registered for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery can now download their city slip from the official…
As Andhra University celebrates its 100 years, the “Man” series continues to echo through generations of thought and scholarship VISAKHAPATNAM: As Andhra University stands on the threshold of celebrating 100 years of its journey, it is worth revisiting a luminous moment from its past. Bengali polymath Rabindranath Tagore, the first Asian to win a Nobel…
Bank holidays in India can often be confusing, as they vary from region to region depending on the occasion. It is therefore advisable to double-check the holiday schedule before planning a visit to the bank, since branch closures differ across states and regions.In India, bank holidays are a combination of national and state-specific observances, which…