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UPSC daily PIB summary — 17 September 2026

The Union Cabinet enhanced the mandatory EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 per month, while the Home Ministry designated the Shahzad Bhatti Network under UAPA.

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1 economy EPFO Wage Ceiling Enhancement Union Cabinet approved raising the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month. GS2 GS3

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2 security Shahzad Bhatti Network UAPA Terrorist Designation Ministry of Home Affairs declared the Shahzad Bhatti Network as a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. GS3

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