October 14, 2025 – Page 3

Hindustan Zinc Sets New Benchmark in Mine Safety Excellence at Intra-Zonal Rescue Competition 2025 | Udaipur Kiran

Under the aegis of the Director General of Mines Safety (DGMS), Northwestern Zone, Hindustan Zinc hosted the competition at Rampura Agucha Mine in Rajasthan Ten teams including two all-women mine rescue teams competed in rigorous underground rescue simulations Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL), a Vedanta Group company and the world’s largest integrated producer of Zinc, successfully […]

EPFO final settlement period extended: PF withdrawal now after 12 months, pension after 36 months; what it means for members

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the period for final settlement or full withdrawal of funds from provident fund and pension accounts for unemployed members. Under the revised rules, members can now withdraw their provident fund after 12 months of unemployment and their pension after 36 months, PTI reported.The change was approved by […]

Teenager Pratik Maharana smashes 200m record, carries Odisha’s sprinting baton

Just after 5pm on Sunday, the phone rang inside Odisha’s Secretary of Sports Sachin Jadhav’s office on the third floor of the Kalinga Hockey Stadium. He had been waiting for that call. Jadhav listened, before answering excitedly: “Congratulations. He has done it. Yes, I’ll be there.” The caller was passing on the news that Pratik […]

‘Tough for Shubman Gill … ‘: Gautam Gambhir opens up ahead of ODI series vs Australia | Cricket News

Shubman Gill has “already passed his toughest test as captain in England,” asserted India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill has “already passed his toughest test as captain in England,” asserted India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday, lauding the young leader for earning the dressing room’s respect by […]

Diwali 2025: Vedic astrology rituals to follow this Dhanteras

Diwali is a deeply spiritual time that connects us to prosperity, purity, and divine blessings. The celebrations begin with Dhanteras, the first and one of the most auspicious days of the Diwali festival. This day holds special energy for attracting wealth, good health, and success. Performing certain rituals and following traditional practices on Dhanteras can […]

Notorious Gangster Amit Sharma alias Jack Pandit Detained in the U.S. after Rajasthan AGTF Tip-off | Udaipur Kiran

Jaipur, October 14 (Udaipur Kiran): In a major success for law enforcement, Amit Sharma alias Jack Pandit, a key member of the Lawrence Bishnoi–Rohit Godara–Goldy Brar gang network, has been detained in the United States following an international operation coordinated by Rajasthan’s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and CBI’s Interpol branch. According to official sources, American […]

La Liga: FC Barcelona dealt major setback as Robert Lewandowski sidelined with thigh injury

FC Barcelona have suffered a major blow ahead of a crucial phase in their season, as star striker Robert Lewandowski has been ruled out with a left thigh muscle injury sustained during international duty with Poland. The club confirmed on Tuesday that the 37-year-old has suffered a muscle injury in the biceps femoris of his […]

Bangladesh: Massive fire breaks out at garment factory, chemical warehouse in Dhaka; at least 9 dead

A fire broke out at a garment factory and adjoining chemical warehouse in Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka, killed at least nine people and injured several others on Tuesday, according to fire service officials, reported AP.The blaze erupted in the Mirpur area and is believed to have started on the third floor of a seven-storey building housing […]

NDA mood check for Bihar polls: Chirag Paswan, Upendra Kushwaha upbeat; Jitan Ram Manjhi’s post raises eyebrows | India News

NEW DELHI: Since the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) announced its seat-sharing for the upcoming Bihar elections, the regional party alliances seem to be sending mixed signals. While Lok Janshakti Party’s (LJP) Chirag Paswan and Rashtriya Lok Morcha’s Upendra Kushwaha said all is well, hinting at a smooth alliance, Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) Jitan Ram Manjhi’s […]

Ashes 2025: Ian Botham slams England’s lack of preparation for Ashes 2025

Former England all-rounder Ian Botham has publicly criticised England’s approach to the upcoming Ashes series in Australia, expressing concern over the team’s decision to play only one warm-up match before the start of the five-Test contest. Botham, a veteran of England’s victorious Ashes tours in the 1970s and 1980s, strongly questioned the team’s preparation strategy. […]