The Indian government’s recent approval of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has generated significant interest, particularly among government employees. While the UPS incorporates elements from the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), it introduces several key changes that affect employees in both beneficial and challenging ways. This article provides a detailed comparison of these two pension schemes,…

NTPC, or National Thermal Power Corporation, is a major player in India’s energy sector. Established in 1975, NTPC is India’s largest thermal power generating company, with a significant presence in coal mining, power trading, renewable energy, and more. It is listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Full…

Sanjeev Raina, a 1987-batch ITBP officer, has been appointed Additional Director General (ADG) in the India-China LAC guarding force. It is only the second time in the ITBP when a cadre officer has been elevated to the ADG post, the second highest rank in the force after the Director General. About Sanjeev Raina Sanjeev Raina…

August 26, 2024 marks the 114th birth anniversary of Mother Teresa, a divine figure whose legacy of love and compassion continues to inspire the world. Born on 26 August 1910 in Albania, she became one of the most revered figures of the 20th century, recognized globally for her selfless service to humanity. Mother Teresa was…

Gopichand Thotakura, India’s first civilian space tourist, received a warm welcome in Delhi upon his return on August 26, 2024. Thotakura made history by joining Blue Origin’s New Shepard-25 (NS-25) mission, founded by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, becoming the second Indian citizen to travel to space after Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 mission. His trip lasted about ten…

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Salim Hoss, a key figure during Lebanon’s turbulent years, has passed away at the age of 94. His death comes at a critical moment for Lebanon, facing fears of escalating conflict with Israel. Legacy and Impact Hoss, described by current Prime Minister Najib Mikati as the “conscience of Lebanon,” was known…

The 2nd India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR), aimed at further strengthening trade and economic ties between the two countries, will be held in Singapore on August 26. For India, Singapore has been a major source of FDI (foreign direct investment). Attendees in the meeting Four union ministers – Nirmala Sitharaman, Piyush Goyal, S Jaishankar and Ashwini…