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Social Security Of Overseas Workers Now On India's Trade Deal Agenda
As India deepens its trade ties globally, the centre is looking for new pathways to protect the rights of its thousands of Indian professionals working overseas, while also boosting the country's image globally with its welfare programmes.
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Cabinet Approves Rs 1.07 Lakh Crore Scheme To Enhance Job Creation
The government on Tuesday approved an Employment Linked Incentive scheme with an outlay of Rs 1.07 lakh crore to support job generation, enhance employability and social security across all sectors, with special focus on the manufacturing sector.
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US Tightens Visa Rules: Social Media Handles Must Be Disclosed by Applicants
Outlining each visa adjudication as a "national security decision", the US has asked applicants to reveal their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years.
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US Asks Student Visa Applicants To Set Social Media Profile Privacy To "Public"
All applicants for F, M, and J non-immigrant US visas which are meant for students will have to adjust the privacy settings on all of their social media profiles to "public", the State Department said in a statement today.
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Nitish Kumar's Big Move Ahead Of Polls, Monthly Pension Hiked To Rs 1,100
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today announced an increase in the monthly pension for elderly, disabled persons, and widowed women from Rs 400 to Rs 1,100.
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India's Social Security Coverage Increased By 64% In 10 Years: Centre
India has achieved a milestone in social protection coverage, recording one of the most significant expansions globally. India's social security coverage has risen from 19% in 2015 to 64.3% in 2025, a 45 percentage point surge in the last ten years.
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Dubai Event Sparks Outrage As Kerala Group Hosts Shahid Afridi Amid India-Pak Tensions
In a widely circulated video on social media, the Pakistani cricketer could be seen being welcomed on stage, alongside his ex-teammate Umar Gul.
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India Secures 3-Year Exemption From Social Security Contribution In UK
India has secured a three-year exemption from social security contributions for domestic workers who are temporarily in the UK and their employers under the Double Contribution Convention Agreement (DCCA).
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Passport Office Security Guard Denies Entry To Man Wearing Shorts, Sparks Debate
A startup founder has ignited a heated discussion on social media after sharing that a young man was recently denied entry at a passport office in India because of his attire.
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SEBI Directs Intermediaries to Use Registered Contact Details for Advertising on Social Media Platforms
SEBI has directed registered intermediaries advertising on social media platforms like Google and Meta to use the contact details shared with the market regulator, such as email IDs and mobile numbers. This step aims to combat rising securities market frauds observed on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), Te...
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"Burning Problem": Bihar Cops To Charge People Playing "Vulgar" Bhojpuri Songs In Public
Ordering a crackdown on people playing "double-meaning" Bhojpuri songs in public, the Bihar Police said it was a "burning social problem" that imperilled women's security, besides having a perversive effect on the psyche of children.
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Fact Check: Truth Behind Australian Fan Chanting 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' After Semi-Finals Defeat
On 04 March 2025, India defeated Australia by four wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, securing a spot in the final. Meanwhile, a video being shared on social media claims an Australian fan chanted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' after defeat.
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Fan In Pakistan Dragged By The Collar At Champions Trophy 2025? Internet Abuzz With 'Indian Flag' Angle
Champions Trophy 2025: A video of a fan being escorted outside a stadium by security has gone viral on social media
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Finance Minister Proposes ID Cards for Gig Workers, UPI-Linked Credit Cards for Street Vendors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in her Union Budget 2025 speech that gig workers will receive ID cards and healthcare access via a social security scheme. The government will invest in street vendors and online workers, providing identity cards and e-Shram portal registration. The PM SVANidhi scheme will be revamped with enhanced bank...
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Relief For Indian Chess Star, Receives US Visa In Time To Compete In New York Tournament
On Friday, Erigaisi had reached out to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and the All India Chess Federation (AICF) via social media, requesting their assistance in securing the visa.
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Social Security Of Overseas Workers Now On India's Trade Deal Agenda
As India deepens its trade ties globally, the centre is looking for new pathways to protect the rights of its thousands of Indian professionals working overseas, while also boosting the country's image globally with its welfare programmes.
-
Cabinet Approves Rs 1.07 Lakh Crore Scheme To Enhance Job Creation
The government on Tuesday approved an Employment Linked Incentive scheme with an outlay of Rs 1.07 lakh crore to support job generation, enhance employability and social security across all sectors, with special focus on the manufacturing sector.
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US Tightens Visa Rules: Social Media Handles Must Be Disclosed by Applicants
Outlining each visa adjudication as a "national security decision", the US has asked applicants to reveal their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years.
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US Asks Student Visa Applicants To Set Social Media Profile Privacy To "Public"
All applicants for F, M, and J non-immigrant US visas which are meant for students will have to adjust the privacy settings on all of their social media profiles to "public", the State Department said in a statement today.
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Nitish Kumar's Big Move Ahead Of Polls, Monthly Pension Hiked To Rs 1,100
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today announced an increase in the monthly pension for elderly, disabled persons, and widowed women from Rs 400 to Rs 1,100.
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India's Social Security Coverage Increased By 64% In 10 Years: Centre
India has achieved a milestone in social protection coverage, recording one of the most significant expansions globally. India's social security coverage has risen from 19% in 2015 to 64.3% in 2025, a 45 percentage point surge in the last ten years.
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Dubai Event Sparks Outrage As Kerala Group Hosts Shahid Afridi Amid India-Pak Tensions
In a widely circulated video on social media, the Pakistani cricketer could be seen being welcomed on stage, alongside his ex-teammate Umar Gul.
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India Secures 3-Year Exemption From Social Security Contribution In UK
India has secured a three-year exemption from social security contributions for domestic workers who are temporarily in the UK and their employers under the Double Contribution Convention Agreement (DCCA).
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Passport Office Security Guard Denies Entry To Man Wearing Shorts, Sparks Debate
A startup founder has ignited a heated discussion on social media after sharing that a young man was recently denied entry at a passport office in India because of his attire.
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SEBI Directs Intermediaries to Use Registered Contact Details for Advertising on Social Media Platforms
SEBI has directed registered intermediaries advertising on social media platforms like Google and Meta to use the contact details shared with the market regulator, such as email IDs and mobile numbers. This step aims to combat rising securities market frauds observed on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), Te...
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"Burning Problem": Bihar Cops To Charge People Playing "Vulgar" Bhojpuri Songs In Public
Ordering a crackdown on people playing "double-meaning" Bhojpuri songs in public, the Bihar Police said it was a "burning social problem" that imperilled women's security, besides having a perversive effect on the psyche of children.
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Fact Check: Truth Behind Australian Fan Chanting 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' After Semi-Finals Defeat
On 04 March 2025, India defeated Australia by four wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, securing a spot in the final. Meanwhile, a video being shared on social media claims an Australian fan chanted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' after defeat.
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Fan In Pakistan Dragged By The Collar At Champions Trophy 2025? Internet Abuzz With 'Indian Flag' Angle
Champions Trophy 2025: A video of a fan being escorted outside a stadium by security has gone viral on social media
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Finance Minister Proposes ID Cards for Gig Workers, UPI-Linked Credit Cards for Street Vendors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in her Union Budget 2025 speech that gig workers will receive ID cards and healthcare access via a social security scheme. The government will invest in street vendors and online workers, providing identity cards and e-Shram portal registration. The PM SVANidhi scheme will be revamped with enhanced bank...
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Relief For Indian Chess Star, Receives US Visa In Time To Compete In New York Tournament
On Friday, Erigaisi had reached out to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and the All India Chess Federation (AICF) via social media, requesting their assistance in securing the visa.
