Big relief for EPFO members! Subscribers can now withdraw PF via UPI; rollout expected by April

Representative image (AI-generated) Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers will soon be able to withdraw their provident fund savings directly into their bank accounts using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The system is expected to be operational by April 2026. The move is aimed at simplifying access to funds and reducing delays in withdrawals for…

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India-Africa ties enter new strategic phase: ‘South–South cooperation’ and multi-sector partnership in focus | India News

A conference titled ‘India-Africa partnership in a changing global order’ was held in the national capital on Monday, with the speakers highlighting that the relations of the two regions were entering into a more strategic phase.Addressing the gathering, Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (Economic Relations) in the ministry of external affairs, said, “The turbulent times we are…

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The secret ingredient in your linen closet that is quietly perfecting your home-baked bread |

Artisanal bakers are rediscovering the damp kitchen cloth for proofing dough, a centuries-old tradition that combats dry air and prevents leathery crusts. This breathable yet protective fabric creates an ideal climate for fermentation, allowing dough to rise properly and develop a softer texture and consistent crust. A gentle magic is at play when you leave…

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Ajay Devgn with son Yug Devgn and Tiger Shroff meet football legend Lionel Messi at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, after Kareena Kapoor Khan and her children Taimur, Jeh – PICS inside | Hindi Movie News

Lionel Messi’s G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025 hit a major highlight in Mumbai, where the football legend shared memorable moments with several Bollywood celebrities at the Wankhede Stadium.Amid loud cheers from the crowd, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff were spotted on the field greeting Messi. The actors exchanged handshakes and a few words with the Argentine…

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Online dating might be the new norm, but study says such couples are ‘less’ happy in love than their more ‘traditional’ counterparts

Love, or rather ‘true’ love is incredibly hard to find, which is why dating apps are a rage now. However, a new study demonstrated that online partner searches lead to lower relationship satisfaction, than meeting someone face-to-face. The researchers conducted surveys with 6,600 participants from 50 different nations, which revealed that online couples lacked sufficient…

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Biker dies after falling into pit dug for pipeline in Delhi; body located 8 hours later: ‘Will be home in 10’ | Delhi News

NEW DELHI: A 25-year-old man working at a private bank’s call centre was killed in the early hours of Friday after his motorcycle fell into a 14-foot-deep open construction pit in west Delhi’s Janakpuri. The victim, Kamal Dhyani, was returning home from work when the accident happened.The incident, which comes just a few days after…

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Asian stocks today: Markets inch higher as US inflation remains low; Nikkei adds over 1%, HSI trades flat

Asian equities inched higher on Friday after as investors relieved after softer reading of US inflation, expecting another interest rate cut as early as next month. Optimism was further supported by strong earnings from US chipmaker Micron Technology, which eased fears that the rally in technology stocks may be overstretched.Hong Kong’s HSI is trading at…

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