The Public Provident Fund will continue to offer a 7.1% interest rate for January to March 2025, unchanged for three years. PPF remains attractive due to its tax-free status and Section 80C deductions, appealing to risk-averse savers. Other small savings schemes offer varied rates, but PPF stands out for long-term, tax-efficient investing.
A major AIIMS and ICMR study finds no link between COVID-19 vaccines and sudden cardiac deaths in young adults, instead blaming coronary artery disease from unhealthy lifestyles. Despite social media claims, expert panels across India reaffirm vaccine safety and urge focus on lifestyle changes.
India faces severe weather chaos as heavy rainfall warnings spread across multiple states. Himachal reports 78 deaths, with major damage in Mandi. Uttarakhand braces for landslides, while Maharashtra is on red alert for extreme rainfall. Gujarat, Odisha, and Delhi also face disruptions.
Relentless rain from July 5-8, 2025, has overwhelmed much of Madhya Pradesh, submerging villages, blocking key routes, and even causing fatalities. Authorities urge caution as weather warnings remain in place, with relief expected only by July 12.
Shillong Teer results for December 8 cover all rounds, including morning and evening sessions. Detailed winning numbers and the structure of the game are shared, highlighting how this lottery supports archery in Meghalaya.
Gariaband's District Education Office is under scrutiny for ignoring official orders to terminate teacher attachments. Despite direct instructions, many teachers remain at temporary posts, often handling non-teaching administrative work, raising serious concerns about local education management and oversight.
Chelsea outlasted Benfica with a 4-1 victory after extra time and a wild two-hour storm delay at the FIFA Club World Cup. Strikes from James, Nkunku, Neto, and Dewsbury-Hall overpowered a red-carded Benfica, who had forced extra time with Di María’s late penalty. Chelsea heads to the quarterfinals against Palmeiras.
Australia and West Indies made notable tweaks for the Grenada Test, with both teams betting on new faces and returning stars. The lively pitch is favoring bowlers, boosting West Indies’ pace attack. Australia holds a slim lead, but unpredictable surface and resilient lower orders have set up a tense match.
The West Indies flipped the script in the second Test, rattling Australia's top order late on Day 2 after a gritty comeback with the bat. Jayden Seales’ double strike has left Australia under pressure at just 12/2, setting up a tense battle ahead in Grenada.
The RRB NTPC CBT-I 2025 exam for 3,445 undergraduate posts will be held from August 7 to September 8, 2025. Candidates can check exam cities 10 days in advance and download their admit cards 4 days before the test. Original or e-Aadhaar with biometric verification is compulsory.