Poetry Unlocks Truth: Deccan Grasslands Are Ancient Savannas
New research uses ancient Tamil Sangam poetry to prove India's Deccan grasslands are biodiverse savannas, not wastelands, urging urgent conservation action.
New research uses ancient Tamil Sangam poetry to prove India's Deccan grasslands are biodiverse savannas, not wastelands, urging urgent conservation action.
Former CM N Biren Singh reveals BJP's central leaders and state MLAs held crucial talks in Delhi to restore peace and revive the Manipur assembly. Details inside.
PFRDA's new NPS norms boost lump sum withdrawal to 80% for private subscribers, raise exit age to 85, and allow loans against corpus. Key changes explained.
Mumbai launches its most ambitious Mithi river cleanup yet: a 6.6-km underground sewage tunnel and tidal overhaul costing over Rs 2,000 crore. Will this finally revive the long-polluted river? Read the full analysis.
India provides immediate humanitarian assistance and restores a vital bridge in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, showcasing strong bilateral ties in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah's devastation.
Despite massive investments, Mumbai's Mithi river remains polluted. Experts argue for localised, ecological solutions alongside large engineering projects to truly revive the river. Read more.
Delhi Development Authority opens Asita Park lawns near ITO for socio-cultural events. Daily rental charges range from Rs 40,000 to Rs 3.3 lakh. Read details on guidelines and booking.
Pallavaram Periya Eri, Chennai's largest lake on Radial Road, lies choked with sewage & encroachments. Restoration funds fail to revive a water source that could double supply. Details inside.
PFRDA's major NPS overhaul allows private sector subscribers to withdraw 80% of their corpus and stay invested until 85. New withdrawal options introduced. Read for key details and tax implications.
Delhi govt drafts policy to remove invasive Vilayati Kikar from project sites. New SOP aims to balance ecology & development, mandating native tree replanting. Read details.
A significant inscription stone has been reinstalled in Kaliyuru village, Mysuru, thanks to local efforts. Read about this cultural restoration and the community's role.
PFRDA's new NPS rules raise exit age to 85, allow 80% withdrawal for private subscribers, and permit using pension corpus as loan collateral. Get details here.
PFRDA introduces flexible NPS withdrawal rules for corporate subscribers. Now withdraw up to 80% of corpus above ₹12 lakh at retirement. Stay invested until age 85. Read key changes.
PFRDA slashes mandatory annuity purchase to 20% for non-government NPS subscribers, allowing up to 80% lump sum withdrawal at exit. New rules offer greater control over retirement savings.
The ABVP has formally urged Delhi University to reinstate student union elections, suspended since 2020. The move highlights a growing demand for democratic student representation on campus.
Malaysia's Sunyatee International Foundation makes headway in restoring ancient Indian sutras taken to China. Texts translated into multiple languages and preserved on waterproof palm leaves. Read more.
Planning for retirement? Compare the past three years' returns of all 10 NPS pension fund managers. Top performers delivered over 16% on equity. Learn how to choose and switch your PFM.
PFRDA merges NPS Tier I Scheme A with Schemes C & E to modernise investments. Existing subscribers have until Dec 25, 2025, to switch corpus. Learn the benefits and your options.
Senior MC officials inspected road repair work in Chandigarh's Sector 27-D after NITTTR identified subsurface sinking. Restoration follows technical recommendations. Details inside.
The National Park Service faces backlash for removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from 2026 free-entry days, adding Flag Day which coincides with Donald Trump's birthday. Details on the new 'America-first' fees inside.
After FM Sitharaman praised his economic approach, Omar Abdullah sought tangible financial support for Jammu & Kashmir. Read the full political exchange.
PFRDA officials highlight NPS benefits for all, including gig workers. Learn about tax benefits, investment options, and how to secure a dignified post-retirement life. Start planning today!
India launches Operation Sagar Bandhu, deploying NDRF teams and heavy machinery to restore critical road connectivity in cyclone-ravaged Sri Lanka. Read about this swift humanitarian mission.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu informed the assembly that 5,356 retired employees are currently receiving the Old Pension Scheme, with the financial burden set to increase. The session also saw BJP walkouts over police action and bill passages
Kacharakanahalli lake in North Bengaluru, dead for nearly 30 years due to encroachment, has been revived. Read about the two-year restoration effort and remaining challenges.
Mumbai University's historic Sir Cowasji Jehangir Convocation Hall, a Grade-I heritage structure, is set for a major restoration by Tata Trusts to preserve its Victorian Neo-Gothic glory for future generations.
PFRDA chairman S Ramann announces a dedicated NPS fund-of-funds platform to route pension money into AIFs, aiming to provide stable, long-term capital for India's private markets. Discover how this move will reshape domestic capital formation.
Bengaluru's green cover has shockingly shrunk from 68% in 1973 to just 2.96% in 2020. Discover how activists are creating mini forests with native trees to restore the city's ecological balance and reclaim its 'Garden City' title.
Karnataka government begins restoring former CM S Nijalingappa's residence in Chitradurga into a memorial. The Rs 1.2 crore project preserves original architecture using traditional materials. Discover this heritage revival!
Archaeological Survey of India displays before-and-after photos of Kedarnath shrine conservation after 2013 disaster. See the remarkable transformation achieved through expert restoration work.