PFRDA approves a new framework allowing banks to independently sponsor and manage NPS pension funds, aiming to enhance competition and protect subscribers. New trustees appointed and fee structure revised.
PFRDA permits banks to establish pension funds for NPS, boosting competition. Fee structure revised from 2026. NPS Trust gets new trustees. Explore the impact on your retirement savings.
PFRDA approves banks as direct pension fund sponsors for NPS, aiming to widen access and increase competition. New fee structure and trustees also announced.
Himachal Pradesh grapples with a massive ₹1.14 lakh crore debt. Discover the state's revival plan involving central assistance, fiscal discipline, and new revenue sources. Can these measures pull HP out of the red?
Explore retirement mutual funds, a unique investment avenue with ₹32,835 crore AUM. Discover their 5-year lock-in, flexibility vs NPS/PPF, and top-performing schemes. Plan your retirement smarter today.
Axis Pension Fund CEO calls for a Rs 50,000 tax deduction for NPS under Section 80C to revive the scheme's appeal under the new tax regime. Key demands ahead of the Union Budget.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's cleanup of the historic Nawab Kua well uncovers a motorcycle, bricks, and iron beams buried in sludge. The restoration aims to revive a lost water source for the city. Read about the plans and challenges.
From new tax regime to labour codes and NPS flexibility, key 2025 reforms reshape India's personal finance landscape. Plan your 2026 strategy with our guide.
Experts propose a radical pension model for Viksit Bharat: start contributions at birth with a govt seed fund. This could secure a ₹2.1 lakh monthly pension by 60, tackling India's ageing crisis. Read the full proposal.
2025 saw landmark reforms in India's retirement landscape. Explore key changes to NPS flexibility and stricter EPF withdrawal rules, and learn how they impact your financial future.
A goods train derailment near Hajipur, Bihar, disrupts rail traffic. No casualties reported. Restoration efforts by railway teams are currently underway. Details inside.
The Gole Market Museum restoration in Delhi faces another delay, pushed to May 2026 due to pollution curbs. The project aims to highlight women achievers. Read the latest updates.
Groundbreaking research from the US and China shows Alzheimer's symptoms reversed in mice using a novel gene therapy approach, restoring memory. A potential game-changer for dementia treatment.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation announces a Rs 250 crore project to restore the cracked Subhash Bridge and construct new two-lane bridges on both sides to ease city traffic. Read the full plan.
Madhavaram Lake in Chennai will become the city's first restored waterbody to offer jet ski rides and boating from Pongal. The Rs 11.56 crore project aims to create a leisure hub for North Chennai.
Madhavaram Lake in North Chennai is set to open as a major leisure hub with jet ski and boating facilities after a Rs 4.56 crore restoration. A new attraction for Pongal holidays!
Chennai's historic Victoria Public Hall, restored at a cost of ₹32.62 crore, opens for public viewing today. Free entry via online booking on GCC website. Explore the museum and cultural space.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation decides to restore the 52-year-old Subhash Bridge after expert inspection. A new bridge proposal is also submitted. Read the full details.
A landmark study shows scientists successfully reversed Alzheimer's disease in mice, restoring lost memory. This breakthrough offers new hope for future treatments. Read the full details.
Chief Minister M K Stalin unveils the restored 'Red Lady of Madras'. The 137-year-old heritage structure, renovated at a cost of ₹32 crore, now features enhanced performance spaces and historical exhibits. Explore the revival of Chennai's iconic landmark.
The iconic New Market clock tower in Kolkata has been fully restored three days ahead of schedule. The project, privately funded, involved extensive structural work and awaits the final repair of its historic Gillett & Johnston clock mechanism.
Uttarakhand Governor, an alumnus, vows to escalate the unsafe state of the historic Jagatjit Palace and hostels at Sainik School Kapurthala to top officials. Read about the urgent restoration plea.
PFRDA's latest NPS reforms reduce lock-in to 15 years, ease annuitization rules, and add gold ETFs. Discover how these changes strengthen retirement planning for Indians.
Uttar Pradesh's budget proposes major funds for eco-tourism, heritage sites like Chhatar Manzil, and support for folk artists. Discover the key allocations shaping the state's cultural landscape.
Madhya Pradesh Tourism begins a Rs 52.69 crore restoration of Vir Durgadas Ki Chhatri in Ujjain, adding museums, theatres, and amenities to boost heritage tourism. Read more.
A historic clock gifted by Lord Curzon to Sri Darbar Sahib in 1902 has been meticulously restored in the UK after a 2.5-year, ₹95 lakh project. Discover the journey of this forgotten relic.
A Kheda sessions court rejected bail for two accused in a foreign-funded religious conversion case. The court cited flight risk and evidence of large-scale operations across states. Read the full details.
A rare clock gifted by Lord Curzon to Sri Darbar Sahib in 1902 has been meticulously restored in the UK at a cost of £80,000. Discovered damaged, it's set for reinstallation in January 2026.
PFRDA amends rules, giving NPS subscribers more control over fund managers and investment choices. Learn how these changes impact your retirement corpus.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee virtually inaugurates the restored 182-year-old St Andrew's Church in Darjeeling. The Gothic-style heritage structure underwent a Rs 1.55 crore conservation project.