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on May 17, 2026 at 8:02 pm EPFO to extend auto-settlement of claims to include final withdrawals, allow auto-transfer of accounts — Check details​

EPFO is looking to automate final provident fund withdrawal claims to expedite money transfer to applicants’ accounts and plans to allow auto-transfer of accounts during employer shifts. Here’s all you need to know… 

EPFO is looking to automate final provident fund withdrawal claims to expedite money transfer to applicants’ accounts and plans to allow auto-transfer of accounts during employer shifts. Here’s all you need to know… 

on May 17, 2026 at 7:11 pm Vodafone Idea gets promoter support but funding challenge persists​

Vodafone Idea posted early signs of recovery with stabilising subscribers and higher Arpu, backed by a ₹4,730-crore promoter infusion. However, analysts say large spectrum dues, funding gaps and network expansion needs remain major challenges.

Vodafone Idea posted early signs of recovery with stabilising subscribers and higher Arpu, backed by a ₹4,730-crore promoter infusion. However, analysts say large spectrum dues, funding gaps and network expansion needs remain major challenges.

on May 17, 2026 at 6:58 pm 8th central pay commission: How to submit feedback on CPC suggestions, who is eligible, documents needed | Explained​

The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.

The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.

on May 17, 2026 at 6:30 am Bank holiday next week: SBI, HDFC, others closed on these days between 18 and 24 May; check here​

Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.

Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.

on May 17, 2026 at 6:15 am Nasdaq’s round-the-clock trading dream sparks debate over when markets ‘close’: What SEC suggests​

The SEC has approved Nasdaq’s proposal to expand trading hours for NMS stocks and ETPs to 23 hours, starting December 6. This change aims to meet global trading demands and will introduce a Night Session, allowing trading between 9 PM ET and 4 AM ET.

The SEC has approved Nasdaq’s proposal to expand trading hours for NMS stocks and ETPs to 23 hours, starting December 6. This change aims to meet global trading demands and will introduce a Night Session, allowing trading between 9 PM ET and 4 AM ET.

on May 17, 2026 at 5:47 am Microsoft AI Chief Mustafa Suleyman has a grim warning for every office worker- Within 18 months…​

Microsoft AI chief executive Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI will automate most white-collar professional tasks, including legal, accounting and marketing work, within 18 months. Here is what the data says about whether that timeline is realistic.

Microsoft AI chief executive Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI will automate most white-collar professional tasks, including legal, accounting and marketing work, within 18 months. Here is what the data says about whether that timeline is realistic.