Narendra Modi's '7 million jobs' speech: Relying on EPF data alone paints incorrect picture of employment in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently said that “lies were being spread” about the lack of…
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Think employment: Centre's withdrawal of labour law reform is unfortunate
As the run-up to the 2019 general elections begins, the question of whether jobs are…
Govt proposes permitting premature closure of PPF account for medical emergencies, higher education needs
The government proposes to allow premature closure of Public Provident Fund (PPF) accounts and permit…
EPFO's investment in corporate debt to reduce to 20%
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will substantially reduce investing its incremental income in debt instruments due…
EPFO, admin to move court over rubber factory PF funds
The controversy over payment of provident fund to former employees of the abandoned rubber factory,…
EPFO makes online claims must for PF withdrawals above Rs 10 lakh
Retirement fund body EPFO has made it mandatory to file online claims for provident fund…
Equity investment limit may rise to 25% for EPFO
If a plan being considered by the country’s retirement fund manager bears fruit 25% of…
EPFO goes digital, allows employers to pay dues online
In a move to ease norms for employers in the country, the Employers’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)…