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Cabinet approves 2% dearness allowance hike for central govt employees

The Union Cabinet has approved a 2 per cent increase in dearness allowance for Central government employees, part of its routine revision to offset inflation and protect purchasing power

Starlink's India entry delayed as FDI clearance faces security concerns

Starlink's FDI proposal on hold as govt flags security risks; approval may depend on clarity from Starlink and its ability to address concerns over potential misuse of satellite services

SpiceJet preparing for layoffs as financial troubles intensify: Report

Salary delays have stretched to months while fleet size has dropped, pushing the cash-strapped airline to seek govt funding as competition, operational constraints intensify, a media report said

Rain, thunderstorms to lash several states today; heatwave alert continues

Heavy rain likely in Arunachal, Sikkim; Delhi to see cloudy skies with maximum temperatures hitting 41 degrees Celsius

Q4 result today: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Network 18 among 11 firms on Apr 18

Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Yes Bank, Mangalam Global Enterprise, and Suryachakra Power Corporation are also to release their January-March earnings today

US extends waiver allowing India, others to buy Russian oil till May 16

The waiver comes despite earlier US reluctance, as war-linked supply disruptions and Strait of Hormuz curbs push oil prices higher and test Western efforts to restrict Russia's revenues

Jio Financial Services Q4 results: Net profit dips 14% to ₹272 crore

The company declared a dividend of Rs 0.60 per equity share of ₹10 each for the financial year ended March 31, 2026

Nominee vs legal heir: Why your PF, gratuity may not go where you think

Nomination enables payout, but ownership follows the will or succession law, says expert

US student visa refusals rise: India among worst-hit at 61%, says report

New report shows rising US visa denials, with India and Global South facing far higher rejection rates than Europe and North America

World Haemophilia Day 2026: Bridging the gap through earlier diagnosis

With thousands still undiagnosed, experts stress that early detection can prevent complications and improve outcomes for people living with haemophilia

H-1B visa lottery FY2027: Wage rule, $100K fee lift selection rates to 60%

Selection rates hit 50-60 per cent in FY2027 H-1B lottery as wage-based system and $100,000 fee reduce applicant pool

New Zealand raises visa income threshold to Rs 36 lakh April 2026

Planning to bring parents to New Zealand? Higher sponsor income and savings rules will apply from April 30, 2026

Your old H-1B, student visa issues & social media posts can cause denials

Even past visa approvals may not protect you as USCIS revisits old records, flags inconsistencies, and raises new questions during applications and interviews

Australian Oppn leader's visa crackdown plan alarms Indian students

Crackdown proposal on visa overstayers puts Indian students on alert over stricter rules and enforcement

Recurrent night sweats: What they mean and when you should worry

Persistent night sweats may signal hormonal imbalance, infections, or medication effects. Experts share when to seek medical help

'An attempt to change electoral map': Rahul Gandhi on Delimitation bill

Rahul Gandhi alleged delimitation is an attempt to redraw India's electoral map, warns it could reduce representation of some states; govt hits back, calls remarks 'misleading'

Eat and move with your cycle: A phase-by-phase guide to feeling your best

Eat, move, and rest in sync with your menstrual cycle as experts share simple ways to support hormonal shifts and reduce discomfort

What high-functioning autism really looks like in everyday work life

Behind calm conversations and routine work lies a constant effort as professionals on the autism spectrum adapt mask and manage invisible social and sensory challenges daily

UP, Haryana raise minimum wages: Here's what changes, who benefits

Revised pay floors in the two states offer a vital financial cushion for millions of workers

Liver insurance 'claims double' in 3 yrs, Rs 1.5 lakh minimum cover needed

Liver diseases have become financially draining for Indian households, says insurance company's analysis