How to pay zero tax with CTC of around Rs 17 lakh by restructuring salary

Latest income tax calculation post Budget 2025: Starting April 1, 2025, individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh under the new income tax regime. However, those who earn above that level have salary restructuring options including conveyance reimbursement, transport allowances, phone bill reimbursements, and car leasing perks to reduce tax outgo.

NIT develops AI model to improve blood sugar predictions for diabetes

India faces a major health challenge with diabetes cases projected to reach 124.9 million by 2045. A team at NIT Rourkela has developed a sophisticated AI-driven model using deep learning to improve blood sugar predictions. This innovation, published in the IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics, promises more accurate, automatic glucose forecasting, aiding in better diabetes management.

Bank Holiday for Mahashivratri: Are banks closed on Feb 26?

Bank Holiday for Mahashivratri 2025: Banks in several Indian states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka will be closed on February 26, 2025, for Mahashivratri. Customers should verify their local schedule and use online banking services for essential transactions.

Watch: Thieves stage seizure to steal puppies from Colorado pet store

A Colorado pet store was robbed when thieves staged a medical emergency, resulting in the theft of two English bulldog puppies. While store employees assisted an accomplice faking a seizure, another suspect stole the puppies. Police have arrested one suspect but are searching for the others.

Girl with special needs poisoned, secretly cremated by family in Thane

A 17-year-old disabled girl named Yashasvi Pawar was allegedly poisoned by her mother in Thane. The girl was later secretly cremated. Following a complaint by a relative, the police have registered a case of murder and destruction of evidence against her parents and grandmother. The accused have not yet been arrested.

We are ready for another language war, says CM Stalin amid row over NEP

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has declared the state is prepared for a language war with the Centre over Hindi imposition through the NEP. He emphasizes NEP undermines social justice and threatens the Tamil language. BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan and AIADMK MP M Thambidurai have accused DMK of hypocrisy and political motivation.

1984 anti-Sikh riots: No death penalty, court grants life imprisonment to Sajjan Kumar

Universal Pension Scheme in works by Modi govt

Universal Pension Scheme: India is working on a voluntary pension scheme to provide social security to all citizens, especially workers in the unorganised sector, traders, and self-employed individuals. The initiative under the EPFO aims to consolidate existing pension programs, ensuring broader coverage and simplified procedures.

Mumbai gets 2-day heatwave alert as February hits 38.4°C after 5 years

Mumbai experienced a five-year high temperature of 38.4°C for February, prompting the regional meteorological department to issue a heatwave warning for Feb 25-26. This is the first heatwave warning of the year. The delayed sea breeze and strong easterly winds are responsible for the high temperatures, which are expected to persist with little relief in sight.

Bengaluru cop rapes minor girl who sought help after sexual assault by neighbour

A police constable in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly raping a minor who was previously assaulted by her neighbour. The constable, who befriended the girl when her mother sought police help last December, exploited the situation and raped her after drugging her. Both men have been charged under the Pocso Act.

SC rejects PIL seeking regulation of internet prices: No please, go to ...

The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking regulation of internet prices. The petitioner argued most of the market is with Reliance Jio. The court suggested seeking remedies through the Competition Commission of India if cartelization is suspected. The petitioner is free to pursue other legal avenues.

A week after 2-year-old’s death, 2 injured in wedding firing

A 23-year-old man was arrested for injuring two cooks during a wedding firing incident in Greater Noida, a week after a toddler was killed in a similar case. Authorities issued guidelines for wedding organizers, emphasizing no weapons, functional fire systems, and adherence to traffic and music regulations.

Land-for-jobs scam: Delhi court summons Lalu Prasad Yadav, his son and daughter

A Delhi court has summoned Tej Pratap Yadav, Hema Yadav, Lalu Prasad Yadav, and Tejashwi Yadav in the land-for-jobs scam case, with a court appearance scheduled for March 11. The case involves alleged job appointments in exchange for land during Lalu Prasad’s tenure as Union Rail Minister from 2004 to 2009.

Katrina Kaif returns home with mother-in-law after performing Ganga aarti

Katrina Kaif returned home after attending the Maha Kumbh Mela with her mother-in-law, participating in various sacred rituals and food donation. Kaif expressed gratitude for the experience and was seen in conversation with Swami Chidanand Saraswati. Other celebrities including Raveena Tandon and Akshay Kumar were also spotted at the event, which attracts millions of pilgrims.

Rohtak man kills mentally ill sister with axe, calls cops to report crime

A 29-year-old woman, Ritu, was killed with an axe by her brother, Yogesh, in Rohtak. The crime occurred after a heated argument when Yogesh returned home and saw Ritu holding the axe. Yogesh called the police immediately after the incident and was taken into custody.