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How expanded EPF coverage will change economics of formal employment

India, Oct. 13 -- After nearly 12 years, India has raised the wage ceiling for mandatory Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) coverage from Rs.15,000 to Rs.25,000 a month. Millions of additional employees ... Read More


Meghalaya Cabinet passes resolution thanking PM Modi; highlights development gains in state

Shillong, Oct. 13 -- The Meghalaya Cabinet on Tuesday passed a resolution expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership and support towards the development of Meghalaya and t... Read More


Higher pay, but who will hire? Budget 2027's AI warning for fresh graduates - Low Kah Choon and Chong Say Lee

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 13 -- Silicon Valley may be offering an early warning about the future of graduate employment. As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly capable of performing tasks tradi... Read More


Telangana plans to train 45 lakh youth for jobs in five years

Hyderabad, Oct. 13 -- Telangana aims to provide industry-focused skills to nearly 45 lakh youth for jobs over the next five years. According to Labour and Mines Minister Vivek Venkateswamy, the state... Read More


Exam schedule as per academic calendar, will change if polls held in Feb: UP Board secretary

LUCKNOW, Oct. 13 -- The last three UP assembly polls (2022, 2017 and 2012) began in the first week of February and concluded in the first week of March. In each of these years, the UP Board examinatio... Read More


Putrajaya 'not discounting' letting refugees work in sectors with critical labour shortages, says home minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Putrajaya is "not discounting" proposals to legalise work for refugees in sectors with a critical labour shortage, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution told Parliament'... Read More


'Men with disgusting paunch think commenting on Katrina Kaif makes life better': Richa Chadha slams trolls for bodyshaming actors

India, Oct. 13 -- Katrina Kaif became the target of online trolls after making a public appearance following the birth of her child. The actor faced body-shaming comments and has also spoken about how... Read More


Senate body reviews fuel pricing mechanism, questions minor price cutsPublished on: October 13, 2026 9:52 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 13 -- The Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum was briefed on Monday about the prevailing petroleum pricing mechanism, including daily price calculations and the roles and responsibil... Read More


Chicago billionaire pays people to dump gourmet nuts in public park, sparking rat infestation - and he won't stop

India, Oct. 13 -- Billionaire Barre Seid is under fire from Chicago officials for allegedly creating a public health hazard by hiring workers to dump large quantities of nuts, seeds and other foods ar... Read More


IT Stocks Today (13 October, 2026): Why Are IT Stocks Up Today? Nifty IT Jumps 3% as TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech, Wipro, Mahindra Shares Surge on Strong Earnings - Should You Buy IT Stocks Now

India, Oct. 13 -- IT Stocks Today (13 October, 2026): The Indian IT stocks continued their winning streak on Tuesday, 13th October, as better Q3 results and improved visibility in dollar earnings alon... Read More