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8th Pay Commission: How to use fitment factor calculator to estimate your revised salary | Mint

Discussions on the 8th Pay Commission focus on the fitment factor, crucial for salary and pension hikes for central government employees.

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What began as an online joke is now drawing serious attention as the viral “Cockroach Janta Party” sparks debate around satire, youth frustration, and digital political expression in India. The movement, created by Abhijeet Dipke, has rapidly gained traction across social media following controversy around remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, triggering memes, backlash, and wider online mobilisation.

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Reality Of Cockroach Janta Party: Who Is The Founder Of India's Viral Movement? Is This GenZ Revolt?

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#MintMarkets | Sensex gains 230 points, Nifty 50 ends above 23,700; banking stocks shine

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Stock market today: Sensex gains 230 points, Nifty 50 ends above 23,700; banking stocks shine | Stock Market News

The Sensex ended at 75,415.35, up 232 points, or 0.31%, while the Nifty 50 settled at 23,719.30, up 65 points, or 0.27%. The BSE 150 Midcap index inched up by 0.11%, while the BSE 250 Smallcap index dropped 0.26%.

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The Central Board of Directors of the RBI met on Friday under the Chairmanship of Governor Sanjay Malhotra and approved the transfer of ₹2,86,588.46 crore to the central government for the accounting year 2025-26.

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RBI to transfer ₹2.87 lakh crore dividend to the central government for FY26 | Stock Market News

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A man from Punjab was arrested for espionage after installing a CCTV camera to monitor military movements. Two of his accomplices are already imprisoned.

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Punjab man arrested for installing CCTV cameras to spy on Indian Army, transmitting live feed to Pakistan | Today News

A man from Punjab was arrested for espionage after installing a CCTV camera to monitor military movements. Two of his accomplices are already imprisoned.

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“Unfortunately, your role has been eliminated as part of today’s reorganization…” — the email thousands of Meta employees woke up to at 4 AM.

As part of its latest restructuring, Meta is cutting nearly 8,000 jobs, around 10% of its global workforce.

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Inside Meta's FINAL Layoff E-Mail To 8,000 Employees: 'Gather Personal Items At Your Desk, Go Home'

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'Unfortunately, your role has been eliminated as part of today's reorganization. If you are already in the office, we ask that you please gather any personal items at your desk and head home.'

These are the key excepts of the e-mail…

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EPFO will soon enable members to withdraw Provident Fund money via UPI, according to Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Here’s how instant EPF withdrawals will work.

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EPFO to allow PF withdrawal via UPI soon: Here’s how instant EPF withdrawals will work | Mint

EPFO will soon enable members to withdraw Provident Fund money via UPI, according to Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Here’s how instant EPF withdrawals will work.

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India plans major revamp of food safety monitoring as FSSAI prepares a centralised surveillance framework for uniform food quality checks across the country. The move aims to improve transparency, reduce arbitrary enforcement and strengthen action against adulteration.

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FSSAI Plans Centralised Food Surveillance System To Standardise Safety Checks Nationwide

India is planning a major overhaul of its food safety monitoring system, with the FSSAI preparing a centralised surveillance framework to standardise checks across the country. The proposed system aims to reduce arbitrary enforcement, improve transparency…

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Delhi’s new ration card rules changed: Fresh issuance begins after 13 years.

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Delhi’s new ration card rules changed: Fresh issuance begins after 13 years – Check new income limit, how to apply | Mint

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the resumption of issuing new ration cards from May 15 after 13 years. The government has cancelled 7.72 lakh invalid cards and is inviting fresh online applications, with eligibility limits for annual family income…

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#MintMarkets | Stocks to buy under ₹200: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell

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Stocks to buy under ₹200: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell | Stock Market News

Kothari recommends Yes Bank, Punjab National Bank, and Bandhan Bank for short-term investments under ₹200. The market remains cautious amid global uncertainties and rising crude oil prices.

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The company still plans to file draft paperwork for the IPO and could pull the trigger at any time, though it has no firm date to do so, the people said, asking not to be identified to discuss private deliberations.

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Mukesh Ambani's $4Bn Jio IPO Hits A Market Hurdle; When Is The Likely Listing?

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#MintMarkets | Expert view: Peak macro concerns behind; time for staggered accumulation, says Waterfield Advisors' head of equities

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Expert view: Peak macro concerns behind; time for staggered accumulation, says Waterfield Advisors' head of equities | Stock Market…

Expert view: Waterfield Advisors' head of equities, Vipul Bhowar, emphasises a staggered investment strategy. The resolution of geopolitical tensions could catalyse sectoral growth, but inflation and consumer spending remain critical challenges for investors…

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Planning for retirement as a freelancer? We ask experts how much corpus you need, and key considerations

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Planning for retirement as a freelancer? We ask experts how much corpus you need, and key considerations | Mint

Retirement planning: We asked experts how much corpus a 27-year-old freelancer, living in Chennai and planning to retire to Munnar, will require to support parents and slow work by 55 years of age. Here's what they said…

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CTO of Oracle Corporation, Larry Ellison, cofounder of Oracle and one of the world's richest individuals, warned against excessive reliance on virtual interactions with AI.

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Larry Ellison warns against emotional attachment with AI: ‘Be careful about virtual relationships with….’ | Today News

CTO of Oracle Corporation, Larry Ellison, cofounder of Oracle and one of the world's richest individuals, warned against excessive reliance on virtual interactions with AI.

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#MintMarkets | Gold at $10,000, Silver at $200? Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says stock market crash is imminent

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Gold at $10,000, Silver at $200? Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says stock market crash is imminent | Stock Market News

Kiyosaki, referencing Jim Rickards, predicts significant price increases for gold and silver amid concerns over global debt and inflation. His comments highlight a growing belief among investors that traditional currencies may face challenges, prompting a…

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At least 90 people were killed and several others injured after a gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in China’s northern Shanxi province, marking one of the country’s deadliest mining disasters in recent years.

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West Asia conflict: Iran's FM Araghchi and Pakistan's Army chief Munir hold talks in Tehran, discuss security in region

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West Asia conflict: Iran's FM Araghchi and Pakistan's Army chief Munir hold talks in Tehran, discuss security in region | Today…

Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir met Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss ending the West Asia conflict and ensuring regional peace. The talks reportedly focused on the security situation continued late into Friday night.

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India to launch massive “Smart Border” project along Pakistan and Bangladesh borders, creating a high-tech security grid across nearly 6,000 km. The initiative will use drones, radars, smart cameras and real-time surveillance to curb infiltration and smuggling.

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IndiaTo Launch 'Smart Border' Project To Curb Infiltration | Explained

India is set to launch a massive "Smart Border" project to make its borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh virtually impenetrable. Announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the initiative will create a high-tech security grid spanning nearly 6,000 kilometres.…

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned against sweltering heat in the coming days as it forecasted more heat wave to severe heat wave conditions over Central India during next 6 days. At the same time, East adjoining Peninsular India is likely to witness similar weather conditions till 26 May while residents of Northwest India can expect heat wave to severe heat wave conditions between 24 and 29 May.

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Delhi sizzles at 42.7°C, IMD predicts no relief as ‘severe heatwave’ grips most of India — 3 states on red alert today | Today…

The India Meteorological Department forecasted heatwave conditions in Central, Peninsular and Northwest India and issued weather alerts for multiple states. Predicting no relief from ‘severe heatwave’, 3 states on red alert today. Check full forecast here.

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US President Donald Trump announced significant progress in peace deal with Iran as he confirmed that the agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway through which one-fifth of the global oil exports takes place.

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