Centre relaxes norms for startups to avail funds from DSIR

At the 42nd foundation day celebrations of the DSIR, the Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced the removal of the three-year viability criteria for deep-tech startups to avail financial assistance of up to Rs 1 crore under the Industrial Research and Development Promotion Program (IRDPP) of the department.

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5,000 delivery workers terminated every month on Zomato: Deepinder Goyal

Zomato's CEO Deepinder Goyal revealed that the company terminates approximately 5,000 gig workers monthly due to fraud, while 1.5 to 2 lakh workers leave voluntarily. Many view the delivery role as temporary. The company also faces significant customer fraud, with some customers fabricating issues to claim refunds.

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Assam NEET PG counselling 2025 round 3 registration begins at dme.assam.gov.in: Direct link to apply here

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Guwahati has commenced registration for Assam NEET PG 2025 counselling round 3 today, January 6, 2026. This round aims to fill 482 MD, MS, and PG Diploma seats, with registration and choice filling concluding on January 7. Seat allotment results are expected on January 11.

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Bank of India recruitment 2025-26: Registration window closes tomorrow for 514 Credit Officer posts; direct link to apply here

The Bank of India's online application window for 514 Credit Officer vacancies in the General Banking Officer stream closes tomorrow, January 5, 2026. Experienced candidates with a graduation degree and relevant professional qualifications are encouraged to apply online before the deadline. The selection process involves shortlisting, followed by an online examination and/or interview.

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Gig workers’ strike revives debate on 10-minute delivery

More than 200,000 delivery workers operating for platforms such as Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy, Instamart, Zepto, Amazon and Flipkart went on a strike on December 31, seeking better payments and social security benefits.

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Eastern Michigan University expands EMU Advantage program to help students and parents repay loans across 16 majors

Eastern Michigan University's Advantage program now aids graduates from 17 majors in repaying student and parent loans, especially those earning under $50,000 annually. This initiative encourages students to pursue passions without immediate financial worry, with assistance decreasing as income rises. Launched in 2024, it aims to ease college debt burdens.

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Knight Fintech secures $23.6 million from Accel, IIFL, & others

Knight Fintech has raised $23.6 million in a funding round led by early-stage venture firm Accel, with participation from IIFL and Rocket Capital. Existing investors Prime Venture Partners, 3One4 Capital, Commerce VC, and Trifecta Capital also participated in the round.

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