Govt notifies new EPF Scheme with revised partial withdrawal norms
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The newly notified Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 2026, introduced new provisions on partial withdrawals effective June 29. Under the revised scheme, members of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation must retain a…
FIFA WC: ‘Portugal are definitely contenders, though we haven’t seen them play like one so far,’ says Bhutia
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia believes Portugal remain genuine contenders for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title despite an inconsistent group-stage campaign and backed Roberto Martinez’s side to overcome Croatia in their…
If Vaibhav needs to play, he should, but not at the expense of dropping someone: Pujara
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara addressed the discussion surrounding India’s top order ahead of the second T20I against England, making it clear that he does not believe Sanju Samson should lose his place to…
‘Had enough runs to defend’: Parthiv backs India’s batting efforts in washed-out T20I vs ENG
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel backed India’s batting display after the rain-hit opening T20I against England in Durham ended without a result on Wednesday. India, who opted to bat first after winning the toss,…
Shreya Kalra takes a mean dig at Shivangi Joshi, Harshad Chopra; claims she’s ‘bigger than them’
Mumbai, July 2 (IANS) Reality show ‘Lock Upp 2’ witnessed a fresh controversy after contestant Shreya Kalra made controversial remarks about fellow contestants Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopra. The social media influencer, after a heated…
S. Korea’s drug exports top $10 billion for 1st time in 2025
Seoul, July 2 (IANS) South Korea’s exports of pharmaceuticals surpassed $10 billion for the first time last year, while production of such products also climbed to a new record high, government data showed on Thursday. South Korean companies…
Kim Kardashian shares excitement over son Psalm’s voice acting debut in ‘The Angry Birds Movie 3’
Mumbai, July 2 (IANS) American actress Kim Kardashian has opened up about a special milestone in her son Psalm West’s life as he makes his voice acting debut in “The Angry Birds Movie 3.” During an episode of ‘The Kardashians,’ the…
ISI-linked terror module busted; four arrested for plotting attack in Delhi
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Delhi Police’s Special Cell has arrested four men from Punjab and Delhi for conspiring to carry out a terror attack in the National Capital at the behest of Pakistan-based ISI handler Shahzad Bhatti, officials said on…
Viral MP railway station assault video triggers GRP probe; officer shifted over ‘negligence’
Gwalior, July 2 (IANS) A viral video showing a man being assaulted by passengers at Gwalior Railway Station has prompted the Government Railway Police (GRP) to order a departmental inquiry and shift a Sub-Inspector to police lines over alleged negligence…
Seven Bihar workers feared dead as massive boulder collapses at Bengaluru quarry; several trapped
Bengaluru, July 2 (IANS) At least seven migrant labourers from Bihar were feared dead after a massive boulder collapsed at a stone quarry in Bengaluru South taluk early on Thursday morning. Several others were injured, while rescue teams fear that more…