The All India Trade Union Congress has presented 12 significant demands to the 8th Pay Commission chairperson. Key proposals include a 3.0 fitment factor, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, and a 6% annual increment. Other demands focus on increased leave encashment, revised DA calculations, and higher compensation for specific employee groups.

After purchasing 5.38 kanals of government land at auction in 2011, a buyer discovered it was encroached upon. Following a 15-year legal battle, the Jammu and Kashmir High Court ruled in his favor, ordering possession and criticizing the government for misleading him. The court imposed Rs 50,000 in costs on the Jammu Development Authority for its actions.

Sharp market fluctuations can significantly deplete retirement savings, especially for those heavily invested in equities. Experts advise a 'protect and grow' approach for retirement-bound investors, balancing growth assets like equities with safer options like debt. This strategy aims to mitigate losses while ensuring long-term corpus preservation.