Central government employees under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) will now receive retirement and death gratuity benefits akin to the Old Pension Scheme (OPS).
Related news
Aryan Asari, a 17-year-old from Aravalli, was questioned by Ahmedabad police regarding a viral video of the Air India flight 171 crash. The video, showing the plane's descent and explosion, quickly spread online. Aryan, residing near the runway, stated he didn't film it but screen-recorded it from a friend before sharing it with his father.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening strikes on "every target" of the regime and claiming a "real blow" to its nuclear infrastructure. This escalation follows Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites, prompting retaliatory missile attacks on Israeli cities. The intensifying conflict has sparked global alarm as both nations appear resolute in their campaigns.
India and the UK finalized their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during an informal meeting in London's Hyde Park, where Minister Piyush Goyal and his UK counterpart, Jonathan Reynolds, sealed the deal over ice cream.
Following Israeli military action against Iran, Iraq has shut down its airspace and halted all air traffic. Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed the strikes, dubbed "Rising Lion," targeting Iranian nuclear and military facilities, while Israel's defense minister called them preemptive due to concerns over Iran's uranium enrichment. The US has denied any involvement in the operation.
Liv Morgan's recent shoulder injury on Monday Night RAW, during a match with Kairi Sane, has sidelined her for at least six months, potentially impacting her WWE career. The injury occurred shortly after the bell rang, leading to an immediate stoppage.
Haryana model Sheetal, also known as Simmi Chaudhary, was found dead in a canal near Sonipat, bearing injuries from a sharp weapon. She had been missing since June 14 after leaving for a shoot. Her boyfriend, Sunil, was found in his car in a canal in Panipat and has been arrested. Police are investigating complaints Sheetal previously filed against Sunil.
Amidst rising tensions between Iran and Israel, India closely monitors the Chabahar Port and INSTC projects, vital for accessing Afghanistan, Central Asia, and Russia. India's decade-long agreement manages Chabahar Port, offering crucial connectivity bypassing Pakistan.
Unmukt Chand showcased his talent in the MLC season, scoring a half-century for the Los Angeles Knight Riders. Despite his impressive 53 off 32 balls, the team fell short of the target. Chand, aiming for a spot in the USA cricket team, eyes the IPL 2025 mega-auction after retiring from Indian cricket in 2021.
Following a challenging day three in the WTC final, Australian assistant coach Daniel Vettori praised Temba Bavuma and Aiden Markram's resilient partnership. South Africa now needs just 69 runs with eight wickets remaining. Vettori acknowledged the difficulty of taking the remaining wickets and expressed concern over Steve Smith's finger injury.
In Lucknow's Chinhat area, a 16-year-old girl suffered severe spinal injuries after allegedly being thrown off a roof by a policeman, Mukesh Yadav, who has been arrested. The girl's mother alleges Yadav harassed her daughter and assaulted the family along with his wife and brother-in-law, leading to the incident.