New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) During her visit, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen witnessed the use of the UPI payment mechanism of India at Hyderabad House today. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited a stall put up by some ladies in Hyderabad House and is seen draping a light…
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) The Government has retained 8.25 rate of interest on Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for the financial year 2024-25. “The Central Board of Trustees (CBT), EPF, recommended 8.25% annual rate of interest to be credited on EPF accumulations in members’ accounts for the financial year 2024-25. The interest rate would be…
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday chaired a crucial meeting to review the law and order situation here. The meeting was attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood and senior officers from the Delhi government. Besides, Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora, Union Home Secretary,…
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) India and the European Union have directed their teams to conclude a mutually beneficial Bilateral Free Trade Agreement by the end of this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said after talks with visiting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen here today. In his press statement following the talks held…
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) As many as 57 workers of a BRO Labour Camp were buried when an avalanche struck the site between Mana and Badrinath on Friday. According to the Indian Army, the incident took place at around 0715 hours that buried 57 workers inside eight containers and one shed. The Indian Army…
Islamabad, Feb 28 (UNI) Former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram has clarified why he has never considered taking up the role of head coach or chief selector of the national cricket team, citing the harsh treatment faced by former players in such positions. Speaking on a sports channel, Wasim Akram addressed a fan’s question regarding…
Lahore, Feb 28 (UNI) Australia secured their place in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy after their crucial group-stage encounter against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain on Friday. Chasing a target of 274, Australia had reached 109 for 1 in 12.5 overs before wet outfield forced the match to be called off. The…
Kolkata, Feb 28 (UNI) Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Friday dashed off a letter to Election Commission of India (ECI) Gyanesh Kumar complaining against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accusing her of tarnishing the image of the national poll body. Adhikari said Banerjee, while addressing the Trinamool Congress workers at Netaji Indoor Stadium…
Mumbai, Feb 28 (UNI) India and Japan have renewed the Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA) effective from Friday for up to USD 75 Billion. The BSA is a two-way arrangement where both authorities can swap their local currencies in exchange for the US Dollar. The size of the BSA remains unchanged, that is, up to 75…
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held talks here today to strengthen the bilateral strategic partnership. Earlier, PM Modi warmly welcomed the visiting European Commission President to Hyderabad House for the talks. The MEA spokesperson said in a post on X: “Further strengthening India-EU…
