Times of India

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) plans to introduce UPI for claim processing to enhance efficiency and reduce transaction times, announced Labour and Employment secretary Sumita Dawra. By May or June, EPFO members can withdraw PF up to Rs 1 lakh instantly through UPI and ATMs.

President Trump dismissed concerns of a security breach after a journalist was accidentally included in a group chat discussing Yemen airstrikes, calling it a minor glitch. Trump defended National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and the administration's overall stringent communication protocols were emphasized.

A Mumbai techie fell victim to a well-planned scam involving a fake spiritual guide and app, DevineTalk. Convinced to perform cleansing rituals, he was extorted out of Rs 12.20 lakh. The fraudsters escalated psychological pressure, leading him to max out his credit cards and borrow money. He reported the scam to cyber police after realizing the deceit.

Police discovered the body of Jagdeep, a yoga teacher missing for three months, buried in Charkhi Dadri. He was last seen being abducted by four men. The investigation revealed a motive of jealousy and revenge, alleging an affair with the main accused's wife. Two suspects are in custody, but the main suspect remains at large.

Pakistani YouTube star Rajab Butt has been charged with blasphemy after launching his perfume, '295', referencing controversial blasphemy laws. Following backlash from hardline group Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan, Butt issued an apology and discontinued the product. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

The Delhi high court reserved its order on MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh's plea to attend Parliament while in custody for a terror funding case. The court assured stringent conditions to address the NIA's concerns about security. Rashid's counsel argued that parliamentary discipline would be maintained, and the court emphasized respect for the law within Parliament.

During the IPL 2025 toss for the Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings match, Ravi Shastri mistakenly asked PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer to spin the coin instead of GT’s Shubman Gill. The confusion was quickly resolved, with Gill eventually winning the toss and choosing to field. The entertaining toss added to IPL's ongoing lighthearted moments.

The Mahila Samman Savings Certificate is a government savings program for women and girls, available until March 31, 2025. It requires a minimum deposit of Rs 1,000 and offers a 7.5% annual interest rate.

Sanjay Raut has supported comedian Kunal Kamra amid backlash for calling Eknath Shinde a 'gaddar' during a comedy show. Kamra's comments were in reference to Shinde's 2022 rebellion which led to the Uddhav Thackeray government's fall. Maharashtra junior home minister and BJP MLC criticized Kamra, while Shiv Sena workers vandalized a hotel related to Kamra's performance.

Karnataka cooperation minister K N Rajanna intends to file a complaint regarding an alleged honeytrap attempt. He is to meet home minister G Parameshwara and has prepared a detailed complaint on the incident. Rajanna also mentioned that multiple politicians across parties have been targeted by such schemes.

US senators are alarmed by reports that DHS and DOGE seek unprecedented access to IRS taxpayer data, which may target vulnerable communities, including immigrants. They demand transparency regarding any planned data-sharing agreements, citing potential violations of taxpayer privacy laws and negative impacts on IRS trust and enforcement.

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy intended to gift the championship belt to President Trump but chose to show graphic images of Ukrainian prisoners instead. This altered the meeting's tone, leading to an argument. Despite the tense outcome, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of displaying his values over the symbolic gift, defending Ukraine's dignity during the conversation.

Ashutosh Sharma shone in the IPL 2025, scoring an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls to secure Delhi Capitals' victory against Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a cut finger, he played with determination. Coach Hemang Badani praised his resolve, and mentor Kevin Pietersen lauded his mindset. Delhi Capitals, struggling at 65/5, triumphed with Sharma's composure.

The Australian government has announced the 2025-26 federal budget, emphasizing cost-of-living relief, tax cuts, and support for households, students, and businesses. Key measures include tax rate reductions, energy bill relief, student debt forgiveness, and healthcare investments, amidst concerns over fiscal deficits and housing affordability.

Ashutosh Sharma's stellar performance for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025, highlighted by an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls, played a crucial role in their one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Former cricketer Amay Khurasiya advocates for him to open innings, emphasizing his versatility and potential as a match-winner and future India T20 player.

Kannada actress Ranya Rao admitted to sending money through hawala, as revealed by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in court. The case involves allegations of gold smuggling, with Ranya found carrying 14.2 kg of gold at Bengaluru’s airport. The Karnataka government appointed Gaurav Gupta to investigate the possible involvement of her stepfather, Ramachandra Rao.

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee accused Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan of favoring the wealthy and denying West Bengal's central funds for schemes like MGNREGA. Banerjee suggested this was because the BJP failed to form a government in the state. BJP countered this, demanding an apology and insisting there’s no discrimination against states.