According to the most recent data, the number of new EPFO members fell to 1.34 million in October 2024, a five-month low.
Bill 2025 on Immigration and Foreigners
The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, is anticipated to be introduced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
All four of the current laws pertaining to immigration and foreigner mobility are repealed under the bill.
The proposed law will take the place of the current statute.
The Passport Act of 1920 (Entry into India)
The 1939 Foreigner Registration Act
The 1946 Foreigners Act; and
The Immigration (Liability of Carriers) Act of 2000.
Additionally, the proposed law grants the Center the authority to control or limit foreigners' ability to enter, leave, and travel inside India.
Penalties under the new Bill might reach Rs 5 lakh for unauthorized entrance and Rs 10 lakh for a forged passport.
Along with issues pertaining to passports and visas, the role of hospitals, colleges, and other medical facilities in admitting the foreign nationals will be explained.
The Wealthiest Political Party in India in 2023–2024
With revenue of more than Rs 4,340 crore during the fiscal year 2023–2024, the BJP became the wealthiest party.
The Congress, which earned more than Rs 1200 crore, comes next.
The party spent Rs 127.283 cr, or 75.93% of its entire revenue, whereas the CPI(M) earned Rs 167.636 cr.
Six national parties—BJP, INC, CPI(M), AAP, BSP, and NPEP—had reported that they have received a total of Rs 5820.912 cr from sources throughout India.
Initiative for "Bima Trinity"
The ninth edition of Bima Manthan was organized by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
IRDAI presented its ambitious "Bima Trinity" proposal at the occasion.
Bima Sugam, Bima Vistaar, and Bima Vahaak make up Bima Trinity.
Bima Sugam is an open marketplace where insurance businesses may sell, service, and file claims for all-insurance products.
The first composite package to cover death, personal injury, property, and surgical hospitalization is called Bima Vistaar.
Bima Vahaak is a local insurance sales force that focuses on women.
The 10 year space roadmap for India
The ten-year plan for India's space missions was presented by ISRO.
The Gaganyaan program is ISRO's top priority right now, followed by improving affordable space access.
A new propulsion system will be added to the Mark III vehicle, increasing its capacity by 25% while lowering launch costs.
In addition, ISRO is developing a 200-ton thrust engine and liquid oxygen.
Compared to the SLV III, the next-generation launcher is expected to be 1,000 times more capable.
The Venus mission, Mars Orbiter Mission, Chandrayaan-4, and Chandrayaan-5 are upcoming research missions.
India: Vice President of IALA
The International Organization of Aids to Marine Navigation (IALA) elects India as its vice president.
Additionally, India will host the IALA Conference & General Assembly in Mumbai in September