The Maharashtra government announced a switch to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for state employees just a day after the Union cabinet approved it. UPS offers 50% of the average salary from the last 12 months as a pension, benefiting 23 lakh central employees and potentially 90 lakh if fully adopted by all states.
Read MoreAustralia has introduced a ‘right to disconnect’ law to protect employees from after-hours work communications. The law addresses the intrusion of work into personal life due to digital technology, reinforcing boundaries between work and personal time.
Read MoreDebris from intercepted Ukrainian drones caused damage to residences in Russia’s Saratov region, impacting homes in Saratov and Engels. A drone crash at the 38-story ‘Volga Sky’ complex in Saratov injured at least two people and damaged several apartments. Engels, home to a strategic military base, also reported damage to a residential building.
Read MoreThe Modi government has introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) effective April 1, 2025, for central employees who joined post-January 1, 2004. It guarantees a 50% of basic salary pension. Employees can choose between UPS and NPS, the latter being market-linked.
Read MoreWest Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite showed an uncharacteristic display of anger during a T10 league match after a controversial umpiring decision. Believing he was wrongly adjudged caught behind, Brathwaite smashed his helmet and threw his bat upon returning to the dugout, highlighting the intense emotions players face in competitive cricket.
Read MoreFormer President Donald Trump cast doubt on his participation in the September 10 debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, questioning ABC News’ integrity. Trump’s remarks have led to speculation about his withdrawal. Harris has been gaining in national polls, further intensifying the race. The Harris campaign had previously confirmed the debate schedule despite Trump’s...
Read MoreInfosys CEO Salil Parekh has assured that offers made to freshers would be honored and joining would commence despite some date changes. This statement followed reports and a complaint by NITES about delayed onboarding of 2,000 engineering graduates.
Read MoreA former Lenovo employee, Richard Becker, sued the company for $2 million after being fired for urinating in a New York hotel lobby.
Read MorePavel Durov, founder of Telegram, recently claimed to have fathered over 100 children through sperm donation. This revelation came as he faced legal troubles after being detained by French authorities. Known for his contribution to digital privacy, Durov’s arrest and personal disclosures have added intrigue to his controversial figure in the tech world.
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