8th Pay Commission Appointments Delayed, Application Deadline Extended Again Good news for those eyeing a role in the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC)! The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has once again extended the application deadline for four Under Secretary (Level 11) positions to June 30, 2025. These crucial roles are on a deputation … Read more
Following the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has moved quickly, urging all insurers to fast-track claim settlements for victims and their families. Key Directives for Insurers The IRDAI has issued several crucial directives to ensure prompt support: Compensation and … Read more
Helicopter Accident in Kedarnath Sector today Rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF teams currently underway Operations of Aryan Aviation for the Char Dham Yatra have been suspended with immediate effect Aryan Aviation’s Bell 407 helicopter (Reg. VT-BKA), operating the sector “Shri Kedarnath Ji – Aryan Helipad, Guptkashi,” was involved in a tragic accident today. There … Read more
Prime Minister’s departure statement ahead of three-nation tour to Cyprus, Canada and Croatia Today, I will embark on a three-nation tour to the Republic of Cyprus, Canada and Croatia. On June 15-16, I will visit the Republic of Cyprus at the invitation of President H.E Nikos Christodoulides. Cyprus is a close friend and an important … Read more
An NRI in the US found himself in a tax predicament when selling his Pune property, facing a ₹46 lakh tax demand due to a buyer’s error in using the wrong TDS form. Despite the NRI following all proper procedures, the buyer deposited the 20% TDS using Form 26QB (for resident sellers) instead of the … Read more
In a significant move to bolster US-India agricultural trade, NITI Aayog, India’s government think tank, is pushing for a strategic shift in import policies. Their recent working paper advocates for the import of genetically modified (GM) soybeans and corn from the U.S., despite the current ban and ongoing judicial scrutiny in India. The proposal aims … Read more
Air India’s Dreamliner Fleet Under Scrutiny After Ahmedabad Crash New Delhi, India – In the wake of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, aviation authorities have swiftly intensified their focus on safety. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a directive on June 13, mandating immediate and comprehensive safety … Read more
SUPREME COURT OF INDIANOTIFICATIONNew Delhi, the 14th June, 2025G.S.R. 385(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by article 145 of the Constitution ofIndia and all other enabling provisions in this behalf, the Supreme Court, with the approval of thePresident, hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Supreme Court Rules, 2013namely:-
The Indian Finance Ministry has firmly denied recent reports claiming the government plans to impose a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions, calling them “completely false, baseless, and misleading.” The ministry emphasized its continued commitment to promoting digital payments through UPI. Understanding the Backstory The rebuttal comes after media speculation suggested an MDR might … Read more
Gold Prices Soar Past ₹1 Lakh Amidst Israel-Iran Tensions Geopolitical unrest in the Middle East has sent gold prices skyrocketing, with MCX gold rates breaching the ₹1 lakh mark. This surge reflects a significant flight to safety as investors seek refuge in precious metals during times of heightened global instability. On the Multi Commodity Exchange … Read more