Startup Battlefield 2026 application deadline extended to June 8; seeking promising companies with category-defining ideas and global diversity, not just polished ones.
Central government employees' representative body NC-JCM met with the 8th Pay Commission on April 28, 2026, requesting extension of memorandum submission deadline from April 30 to May 31, 2026. Key demands include revival of the Old Pension Scheme (non-contributory pension), separate time slots for different employee federations, and site visits to Railways and Defence industries to assess hazardous working conditions.
NC-JCM representatives met with the 8th Pay Commission on April 28, 2026, requesting extension of memorandum submission deadline from April 30 to May 31, 2026, citing technical issues with online submissions. The employee body also reiterated its demand for revival of the Old Pension Scheme, sought separate hearing slots for different employee federations, and urged the commission to visit Railways and Defence industries to assess hazardous working conditions of employees.
US Vice President JD Vance is expected in Islamabad by Tuesday for critical talks with Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, as a fragile ceasefire approaches expiry. Trump has warned of fresh bombing campaigns targeting Iranian infrastructure if no deal is reached, though the US may extend the deadline if there's progress. Iran has demanded the US lift its naval blockade before negotiations can proceed, while accusing Washington of violating the truce.
Chartered accountants and tax professionals are demanding an extension of the GSTR-3B filing deadline (April 20, 2026) due to persistent technical issues with India's GST portal. Users report being unable to log in, experiencing slow response times, facing auto-logouts, and encountering payment reflection problems. Professionals warn of late fees, interest charges, and potential state government cancellation of GST registrations if the deadline is not extended.
