Category: News

New Delhi, July 5 (UDN): The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a series of reforms aimed at simplifying and expediting provident fund (PF) claim settlements, with eligible claims now set to be processed within three days under an enhanced auto-settlement mechanism.  Representational Image The move is intended to…

Gurugram, July 4, 2026: Swaranjali Delhi, in association with Eternal Oasis Gurugram, will present Baithaki 2026, an evening dedicated to Indian classical music, on August 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The event will be held at Prakriti Hall, 1st Floor, Eternal Oasis, 591A, Sector 42 Main Road, Gurugram, Haryana. The…

July 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport, marking a significant step in strengthening aviation infrastructure and enhancing regional connectivity in Rajasthan. The project has been developed at a total cost of ₹480 crore and spans more than 23,000 square metres. The…

July 4: Tamil Nadu has announced an ambitious plan to develop a 200 MW rooftop solar power project across 200 government buildings, marking a significant step toward expanding renewable energy adoption and improving energy efficiency in the public sector. The initiative aims to harness rooftop solar potential in government offices,…

July 4: A massive gas removal and safety containment operation is currently underway at a seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, following an ammonia gas leak that triggered an immediate emergency response from district authorities and specialized disaster management teams. Soon after the leak was detected, emergency personnel including…

July 4: India’s aviation industry is witnessing a steady revival in international passenger traffic as easing global tensions and improving travel conditions encourage more people to fly overseas. The recovery signals renewed confidence among travelers and airlines, reflecting stronger demand for both business and leisure travel. International airlines and Indian…

July 4: India’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market recorded a significant upswing, with total deal value rising 31% to USD 86.9 billion, underscoring strong investor confidence and sustained corporate expansion across key sectors. The sharp increase reflects a growing appetite among domestic and international companies to pursue strategic acquisitions, strengthen…

New Delhi, July 5 (UDN): The Central Government has directed technology giants Apple and Google to remove seven mobile applications that allegedly facilitate the unauthorised operation of e-rickshaws and violate existing transport regulations.  Representational Image According to official sources, the action was initiated following complaints that the apps were enabling…

Bhubaneswar, July 4 (UDN): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed ten senior IAS officers as Electoral Roll Observers to supervise the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 of electoral rolls in Odisha, with an aim to ensure a transparent, inclusive and error-free voter registration exercise across the State. The observers…

Baripada, July 5 (UDN): Two persons were killed and five others, including three television camerapersons, sustained grievous injuries after a speeding dumper truck rammed into a group of rescuers and media personnel at an accident site in the Palbani area of Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district late Friday night. According to police,…