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The CBI registered an FIR against Reliance Capital and former chairman Anil Ambani over alleged losses of Rs 1,816.22 crore to the EPFO from investments in non-convertible debentures. Ambani denied wrongdoing, saying he reserves all legal rights

More than 72 lakh first-time employees have joined India's formal workforce under the PM-VBRY scheme since August 2025. The programme promotes formal employment, expands social security coverage and provides incentives to both employees and employers to encourage sustained job creation.

The CBI has registered an FIR against Reliance Capital, former Chairman Anil Ambani and others over an alleged EPFO investment fraud involving secured non-convertible debentures. The agency alleged a wrongful loss of Rs 1,816.22 crore and has launched an investigation

After government ratification, the 2025–26 interest rate will be credited to the accounts of over seven crore subscribers of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation 

Once credited to their bank accounts, members can use the funds freely — make digital payments, transfer money, or withdraw cash from ATMs

India’s new labour codes significantly expand social security coverage, formalise gig and platform workers, and streamline compliance for businesses. The reforms introduce universal wages, fixed-term employment benefits, simplified registrations, and higher thresholds for retrenchment approvals, aiming to create a modern, balanced labour ecosystem

Rakesh Kumar Singh was elected President of the All India EPF Employees Sangh, and S B Shukla as Joint Secretary, during the Executive Committee Meeting of the BMS-affiliated union. The election was supervised by senior BMS leaders and EPFO officials

A Hyderabad resident with an EPS-95 certificate issued in 2011 has been unable to start his pension despite repeated complaints to the EPFO, helplines and the Commissioner’s office. He alleges lack of guidance and delayed responses from officials

EPFO now allows members to download Annexure K online, making PF transfers smoother and faster. The move ensures transparency, accurate account details, and seamless service. Passbook Lite provides a simplified view of contributions and withdrawals through the EPFO portal

CBI arrested Jagdish Tambe, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-I, Delhi (West), while accepting a Rs 1.5 lakh bribe to settle a case. He had allegedly demanded Rs 3 lakh. CBI laid a trap and caught him red-handed. The investigation continues

The Centre will be offering Rs 15,000 in two installments to first-time EPFO-registered employees. Employers hiring new staff will also receive incentives, aiming to create 3.5 crore jobs by 2027

"Ministry of Finance has given concurrence to 8.25 per cent rate of interest on the EPF for 2024-25 fiscal year and labour ministry sent a communication regarding this to the EPFO on Thursday," a labour ministry official said

The government plans to launch EPFO 3.0 app by May or June this year which will offer banking-like convenience along with several digital features to make transactions easier

After the government’s ratification, the interest rate on EPF for 2024-25 will be credited into accounts of over seven crore subscribers of EPFO

EPFO saw a net addition of 13.41 lakh members in October, with 58.49% from the 18-25 age group. Female membership grew by 2.12%, reflecting a more inclusive workforce

The company has failed to remit the damages under Section 7A, 14B and 7 Q of the EPF and MP Act, 1952 to the tune of Rs 23.36 lakh

The EPFO subscribers have been requested to bring all the documents in support of their grievances so that it could be resolved on the spot.

The amount will be provided to the employees as a Provident Fund contribution.

The payroll data highlighted that approximately 12.17 lakh members exited and subsequently rejoined EPFO.

The EPFO subscribers have been requested to bring all the documents in support of their grievances so that it could be resolved on the spot.