With major companies like Meta and federal departments announcing significant layoffs, workers across the US are facing growing uncertainty. As companies adjust their workforce to respond to economic shifts, professionals must take proactive steps to secure their careers and protect their futures. According to experts, strategic planning now can prevent hasty decisions later, giving workers…
BMW 3 Series LWB facelift launched at Rs 62.60 lakh. German carmaker BMW has launched the facelifted 3 Series Long Wheelbase (LWB) in India, priced at Rs 62.60 lakh, ex-showroom. The latest iteration of the 3 Series is available exclusively in the 330Li M Sport variant and continues to be locally assembled at BMW’s Chennai…
On World Rare Diseases Day observed on February 28, the focus in India is on the struggle of patients with rare diseases to access treatment, which is often too expensive because of exorbitant monopoly pricing of the drugs needed. Despite the National Policy for Rare Diseases mentioning facilitating of indigenous manufacture, the government seems reluctant…
NEW DELHI: Economic growth is estimated to have rebound in Oct-Dec quarter (Q3) of the current financial year, led by a revival in govt spending and improvement in some key indicators.Economists estimate growth in Q3 to be in 6.2-6.4% range, higher than the seven-quarter low of 5.4% in July-Sept. Growth in July-Sept was slower than…
File Pic: PV Sindhu with coach Gopichand and her father Ramana. (TOI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Asian Games bronze-winner in volleyball and the father of badminton superstar P V Sindhu, P V Ramana, offers a balanced perspective on the debate surrounding the challenges of pursuing sports in India, particularly for middle-class families.Ramana’s own journey, from…
The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued a notice extending winter holidays for schools in the Valley and winter zone areas of the Jammu division due to inclement weather. The notice was shared by Minister of School/Higher Education, Health & Medical Education, and Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo. Schools will now reopen on March 7, 2025,…
Maruti Suzuki India unveiled the much anticipated Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara electric SUV at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo. And now, the electric SUV has started reaching dealerships. The production of the new e-Vitara will begin in the coming months at Maruti’s Gujarat Plant and will be exported to over 100 countries including Europe and Japan….
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Friday underscored the strategic importance of the European Union’s relationship with India. Stating that focus should be on trade, economic growth and technological cooperation, the EU chief added: “The planets are aligned, and so are Europe and India”“It is the taste of India’s legendary hospitality and today…
The interest rate saw a significant reduction in March 2022, when it was lowered to 8.1 per cent for 2021-22. EPFO interest rate FY 2024-25: The EPFO has maintained an interest rate of 8.25 per cent on EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) deposits for 2024-25. Previously, in February 2024, the organisation had slightly increased the rate…
NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has expressed his admiration for the young and talented Shubman Gill, who has been in exceptional form during the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. Gill’s impressive performances, including an unbeaten century against Bangladesh and a solid 46-run knock against Pakistan, have made him the top scorer for India, surpassing…
