Maoist crisis deepens: 320 cadres killed in 11 months across states; death of CPI leader Basava Raju a major setback

The banned CPI (Maoist) has admitted to losing 320 cadres in 11 months, revealing a severe crisis and collapsing structure. Heavy casualties, including senior leaders, across multiple states, particularly in Dandakaranya, highlight shrinking operational capacity. This marks a turning point for Bastar, with improved infrastructure and opportunities replacing decades of violence, urging cadres to surrender…

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Mammootty captures Suriya on video call; emotional ‘Daivame’ moment; BTS of ‘Kaathal—The Core’ released

A heartwarming behind-the-scenes video from ‘Kaathal – The Core’ has been released, marking two years since its theatrical debut. The film, lauded for its bold narrative on homosexuality and Mammootty’s powerful portrayal, features emotional scenes and candid moments. Notably, the video includes a surprise video call from Tamil star Suriya, adding a touch of joy…

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One interview mistake cost this engineer ₹3 lakh: 10 salary negotiation lessons for young professionals

A Hyderabad IT professional’s viral Reddit post reveals how many early-career tech workers accept lower salaries due to poor negotiation strategies. Lacking preparation and fearing offer withdrawal, candidates often miss out on fair compensation. Industry experts emphasize salary negotiation as a crucial skill, offering a 10-step guide for young professionals to secure better packages and…

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Review your salary structure! Does your employer offer you these tax benefits? These flexi-benefit programmes don’t raise employer’s cost

Employees can now customize pay packages for better tax savings through flexi-benefit programs. Digital tools have simplified this, with prepaid cards managing tax-free allowances like meals and fuel. This eliminates manual paperwork for employees and reduces HR workload, creating a streamlined, compliant system for both staff and employers.

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