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Economy8th Pay Commission: 2.25 To 2.57 Fitment Factor; Here’s How Much Could Level 5-8 Pay RiseEdited by: Priya RaghuvanshiUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 14:01 IST8th Pay Commission fitment factor scenarios of 2.0 to 2.57 show how basic pay for Level 5-8 central government employees could change.8th Pay Commission Update: Meetings and discussions are underway with stakeholders,…

TravelThe Most Luxurious Getaways to Plan from Delhi this Rakhi Long WeekendAuthored by: Aalokitaa BasuUpdated Aug 21, 2026, 11:48 ISTThis Raksha Bandhan calls for double the planning, given the long weekend it spells out. Lucky for Delhi NCR residents, there are several hidden worlds to unlock just a few hours away from home. Long weekend…

Health60-Year-Old Woman Dies After Testing Positive For Swine Flu: What Are The Warning Signs?Authored by: Simran SukhnaniUpdated Aug 21, 2026, 13:47 ISTA 60-year-old Ujjain woman who tested positive for H1N1 died after treatment in Indore. As authorities investigate, here are warning signs and symptoms of severe swine flu.Swine flu death (Credits: Canva)As Swine Flu (H1N1)…

HealthDo Mosquitoes Have A Favourite Blood Type?Authored by: Simran SukhnaniUpdated Aug 21, 2026, 14:11 ISTDo mosquitoes really prefer one blood type over another? Science suggests blood group may influence mosquito attraction, but body odour, carbon dioxide, heat and skin chemistry also matter.Do Mosquitos Like A Certain Blood Type (Credits: Canva)Ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to…

SpiritualityPutrada Ekadashi 2026: Check Date, Puja Timings, Muhurat, Rituals and SignificanceAuthored by: Aalokitaa BasuUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 10:11 ISTThe Hindu calendar has two Putrada Ekadashis – one in winter, typically observed in the month of January and one in the monsoon, typically observed in the month of August.When is Putrada Ekadashi 2026? (Credit: ISCKCON Bangalore)The…

TravelWhere to Party Around the World, According to Birthday Girl Dua LipaAuthored by: Aalokitaa BasuUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 15:48 ISTHowever well-travelled you may be, we doubt you could ever curate a party trail better than Leo queen Dua Lipa. Revisit her worldly-wise party trail as the pop icon turns 31. Revisiting Dua Lipa’s wordly-wise party…

TravelTravel Influencer Reveals New Zealand’s ‘Lost Volcano’ That Looks Like Another PlanetWritten by: TN Lifestyle DeskUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 18:00 ISTA recent travel reel talks about the surreal landscape of Mount Tarawera, a volcanic peak near Rotorua shaped by one of New Zealand’s most destructive eruptions.Travel Influencer Reveals New Zealand’s ‘Lost Volcano’ That Looks Like…

AstrologyDaily Tarot 23 August 2026: Love, Money, Career And What Lies AheadAuthored by: Dimple V. MehraUpdated Aug 23, 2026, 06:00 ISTDaily tarot for 23 August 2026 brings insights for every zodiac sign, covering love, career, finances and health, along with the Vastu tip of the day and a special birthday prediction.VIRGO: At the workplace, you…

PeopleGuru Narendra’s Return: A Felicitation Celebrating His Fabulous Journey From Gujarat To KenyaWritten by: Times Now DigitalUpdated Aug 22, 2026, 11:21 ISTGujarat-born industrialist and philanthropist honoured in Halvad, bringing full circle an extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of East Africa’s leading industrial figures.Felicitation in Halvad Dr Narendra Raval, popularly known as Guru,…