The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced that pensioners under the Employee’s Pension Scheme (EPS) will receive their pension for the month of October in advance on October 29 due to Diwali festivities. This will ensure timely payment without any delay and helps pensioners to withdraw their funds on October 30. The EPS-95 scheme was launched in 1995 for employees in the private organised sector, where both employers and employees contribute towards the provident fund for a fixed pension after retirement.
In a heartwarming family gathering, Bollywood's beloved pair of sisters, Kareena and Karisma Kapoor, were spotted joining their parents, Randhir and Babita Kapoor, on the occasion of Dhanteras in Mumbai. The stunning duo looked radiant and elegant in their traditional outfits, adding a touch of warmth to the festivities. With the festive season in full swing, the Kapoors' simple yet charming celebration brought a heartfelt smile to fans' faces.
With the recent success of Deepthi Jeevanji at the World Para Athletics Championship, the need for more female representation in Indian entertainment has been brought to the forefront. Junglee Music and Windows Production are teaming up to create 4 Bengali films, further promoting diversity in the industry. Alia Bhatt is also set to join Kareena Kapoor Khan on the fifth season of What Women Want, discussing issues such as women cleaning up for Diwali and honoring female designers at events like D/code 2024. Experts are also calling for the celebration and preservation of India's heritage weaves in entertainment.
Mumbai was lit up in celebrations as the Ayodhya Ram Mandir was inaugurated with much enthusiasm and tradition. The event was no less than a Diwali celebration, with temples, homes, and skies adorned with lights and firecrackers. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and PM Narendra Modi participated in the consecration ceremony, with the latter breaking his 11-day fast performed as an Anushthaan ritual.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has urged the BMC to illuminate Mumbai's temples and structures in celebration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration on January 22. He praised PM Modi for fulfilling the dream of constructing the Ram temple, emphasizing his dedication to fulfilling promises. Shinde also emphasized the importance of expanding the deep cleaning campaign across the state and using reclaimed water for the efforts.