Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, while talking about the Indian Super League (ISL), misspelled the name of Kolkata’s famous football club Mohun Bagan. Instead of ‘Mohan Bagan’, he pronounced it as ‘Mohan Baingan’, which sounds like brinjal in Hindi. Similarly, he also called East Bengal as ‘East Brinjal’. The video of this mistake went viral and Trinamool Congress (TMC) made fun of it.

Mandaviya spoke wrongly in ISL press conference

In a press conference on the night of 6 January 2026, Mansukh Mandaviya said, ‘We have decided that ISL will start from 14 February and all our clubs will participate in it. Football is progressing in the country. Good players are available from the league. ISL will be organized for this purpose.

But while speaking the names of big clubs like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, the minister stopped several times, asked for help and still said ‘Mohun Bagan’ and ‘East Bengal’. This video quickly went viral on social media.

TMC made fun of Mandaviya by taunting him.

TMC targeted the minister by posting on X on Wednesday. He wrote, ‘The Union Sports Minister has once again shown the anti-Bengal thinking of BJP. They distorted the names of our most respected football clubs – calling Mohun Bagan as ‘Mohun Baingan’ and East Bengal as ‘East Baingan’.

TMC further wrote, ‘For Bengalis, Mohun Bagan and East Bengal are symbols of identity and pride. We have been living and dying in this game for more than 100 years. Celebrate when you win and feel sad when you lose. But BJP people see Bengal only from ‘anti-Bengali’ perspective. They cannot even pronounce these holy names properly. For them, everything related to Bengal is just a joke and ignorance.

The post made fun by writing ‘It’s not baigan’. TMC linked it to BJP’s ‘anti-Bengal arrogance’.

The Union Sports Minister in @narendramodi‘s Cabinet, @mansukhmandviyacannot even pronounce the names of Bengal’s century-old iconic football clubs with the respect they deserve.

It is not “Mohan Baingan.” It is Mohun Bagan.
It is not “East Eggplant.” It is East Bengal.

These… pic.twitter.com/ocXh2ZDSl2

— All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) January 7, 2026

What is the importance of Mohun Bagan and East Bengal?

Both these clubs are from Kolkata and are among the oldest football clubs in India. Mohun Bagan was established in 1889. It created history by defeating the British team in 1911. Whereas, East Bengal started in 1920. Both the clubs are part of the culture, pride and identity of Bengal. For football fans, it is not just the team, it is emotions.

Mandaviya trolled fiercely on social media

After Mandaviya’s video went viral, football fans and TMC supporters trolled him fiercely. Congress also made fun of it. However, no response has yet come from the minister or the Sports Ministry. This incident has become the cause of new controversy between BJP-TMC in the election environment of West Bengal. This case shows how sensitive an issue football is in Bengal.

The government has taken a big decision for PF account holders. EPFO offices in the country will be converted into ‘Single Window Service’ centres. PF account holders will benefit greatly from this change. Till now account holders had to visit their regional office to solve any problem, but now they can solve their problems by visiting any regional office.

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has also given information regarding this at the inauguration of EPFO’s Provident Fund Building. He has told that EPFO ​​offices will be changed on the lines of passport offices and a single window system will be started there. The trial of this system has been started in Delhi.

What was the rule before?

Earlier the rule was that in case of any kind of problem, the account holders had to go to the same regional office with which their institution is associated. However, after the new changes, everything in this system will be digital only. This will mean that any person will now be able to get all his work and problems solved easily by going to his nearest EPFO ​​office. A new mechanism of EPF facility provider will be launched for those employees who face difficulty in working properly in the digital system. Their job is to help these employees in settling claims. This facility provider will act as a bridge in a way.

benefits derived from it

If any person comes back after working from outside, now his money will not be lost but he will be able to withdraw his deposit even after returning to India. For those employees whose money is stuck for years, the government will now do KYC verification for the employees in mission mode. Those who have an account or have children will be identified and their rightful money will be returned.

Mandaviya said that in 2014, where only 19 percent of the population was given social security, today it is 64 percent. After China, India is the largest country in the world, where 94 percent of the people come within the social circle in some way or the other.

What will be the difference between before and now?

• Where earlier you had to go to the branch office, now you can go to any EPFO ​​office and get this work done.
• Earlier you had to trust the broker or do the work yourself, now you will be guided by the EPF facility provider to guide you.
• Instead of your money getting stuck after KYC, your KYC will be done immediately with the help of digital platform.
• Apart from this, under the agreement, PF deducted abroad will also be returned upon coming to India.

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India has given a sharp reaction after the remarks of Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday (November 5, 2025). India said in a strict tone that Pakistan should pay attention to the serious challenges related to its development. He desisted from making false allegations against India.

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari had accused India that Delhi was using water as a weapon. After this comment, Indian Government Minister Mansukh Mandaviya gave a stern rebuke to the Pakistani President from the stage of the World Summit for Social Development held in Doha, the capital of Qatar.

What did Mansukh Mandaviya say at the World Summit?,

Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Labor and Employment in the Government of India, said at the summit, ‘We strongly object to the inappropriate and baseless comments made on India by Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari.’

Mandaviya termed Zardari’s statements related to Indus Water Treaty and Kashmir as misuse of an international forum. He said, ‘This is a misuse of an international platform. An attempt is being made to divert the world’s attention from the real issues of social development by spreading misleading propaganda against India.

Clarifying the facts during the summit, he said, ‘In the context of the Indus Water Treaty, Pakistan has weakened the spirit of this agreement through continuous hostility and cross-border terrorism. He has tried many times to obstruct India’s legitimate projects by misusing the arrangements of the agreement.

Pakistan has no right to speak on Kashmir: Mandaviya

Mandaviya said, ‘As far as India’s Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is concerned, Pakistan has no right to comment on India’s internal affairs. This applies specifically when Pakistan engages in activities of cross-border terrorism against Indian citizens.

He said, ‘Pakistan should focus on the problems related to the development of its country because these are the problems due to which today Pakistan has become dependent on the doles given by the international community.’

What comment did the Pakistani President make?,

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari, during his speech on Tuesday (November 4, 2025), had alleged that India was violating the Indus Water Agreement. Terming this move as a serious threat, Zardari had said, ‘Now water is being used as a weapon against Pakistan. Violating the agreement means depriving millions of Pakistanis of their water rights.

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On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday (17 September), the BJP has once again announced to make a service fortnight like the last several years. Under the Seva Pakhwara starting from 17 September, a large -scale drug -free India campaign and fitness related programs will be organized across the country. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandavia and MP Tejashwi Surya gave this information.

Fitness icon and actor Milind Soman were also present during this period, who has been declared the ‘run ambassador’ of this campaign. Under this de -addiction campaign, 10 lakh people will run in the marathon. On September 21, ‘Namo Yuva Run’ will be held in 75 cities of the country, in which about 10,000 youth from every city will participate.

Awareness will increase in youth

Also, youth runs will be organized in 75 cities of the world, so that this campaign can be given a global form. During the service fortnight, many social programs like health check -up camp, blood donation camp, sanitation campaign and environmental protection will also be organized.

The government believes that these activities will not only increase awareness among the youth, but a big step will be taken towards preparing healthy and responsible citizens in the society. Apart from this, special attention will also be given to ‘every house indigenous-house indigenous’ campaign.

Inspired to adopt local products

Under this, people will be motivated to adopt local products and use indigenous goods. The organizers say that this will send a strong message in the direction of self -reliant India and will also strengthen the rural economy.

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Sports bill key reforms and highlights: The sports bill passed on Monday, August 11, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandavia in the Government of India described it as the biggest improvement in Indian Games after independence. This bill was passed in the Lok Sabha when the opposition was creating a ruckus outside the House on the issue of vote theft. With this, the National Anti Doping Bill was improved and passed in the Lok Sabha.

Speaking on ‘The National Sports Governance Bill and the National Anti-DOPING (Amendment) Bill 2025’ in Lok Sabha.
https://t.co/nzvniwgfks

– Dr mansukh mandaviya (@Mansukhmandviya) August 11, 2025

What is special in the National Sports Governance Bill?

The sports bill passed amidst uproar in Parliament. After passing this bill, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandavia said that it is unfortunate that there was no participation of opposition in this important bill and reform. Let us understand the new provision of this bill.

• According to the sports bill, the central government will have the power to issue instructions in the national interest. Along with this, the government will also have power to ban. With this, it can be understood that the government can ban Team India and players from playing international matches in some important cases. Generally, a situation of ban on the match between India and Pakistan arises.
• The Sports Bill proposed a proposal related to the National Sports Tribunal, which gives the powers to the civil court that it can settle the disputes that come from the selection of federations and athletes to the election. The decision of the civil court can only be challenged in the Supreme Court.
• A strictness has been implemented in the Sports Bill that all National Sports Federations (NSFs) will have to get permission from the Central Government from the Central Government first from the National Sports Board (NSB).
• The Sports Minister said that ‘these two bills will be given transparent, reliable and world class sports ecosystem, so that India can be fully prepared for 2036 Olympics’.
• Mansukh Mandavia said that ‘National Sports Governance bill emphasizes change. Despite being such a big country, our performance at the Olympic Games and International Level is not satisfactory. With the help of this bill, we can increase India’s sports capacity ‘.

‘National Sports Governance Bill’ to create an international level game ecosystem in India … pic.twitter.com/eeo377uvor

– Dr mansukh mandaviya (@Mansukhmandviya) August 11, 2025

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The future of Asia Cup 2025 was still hanging in the balance, but now the Government of India has made its stand clear on playing a cricket match with Pakistan. The Asia Cup is not an ICC tournament but it comes under the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). After the Pahalgam terror attack and operation vermilion, the relations between India and Pakistan reached a much worse condition. Meanwhile, there was speculation about the Asia Cup that India vs Pakistan could fall on the match.

When the question of India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup, the statement came from BCCI whether Team India will play a match against Pakistan or not, it will have to get approval from the Government of India. In Parliament, India’s Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandavia made it clear that India will continue to play with Pakistan in international level tournaments. It was also told that the National Sports Administration Bill will be proposed soon.

Mansukh Mandavia said, “Our attitude is clear. Whether it is cricket, hockey or any other game, we have no problem playing with Pakistan in the international level tournaments. But as far as bilateral chains are concerned, I think the government knows the attitude on this.”

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There is big news for the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) members. Union Labor and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandavia said on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 that the Employees Provident Fund Organization has extended the provident fund (PF) auto claim settlement limit to extract easy funds. Let’s know in detail about the increased auto claim settlement limit.

Members will be able to remove 5 lakhs

According to the report, EPFO ​​has increased the auto claim settlement limit of Rs 5 lakh for all advances. For the first EPFO ​​members, this limit was Rs 1 lakh, from which funds can be used immediately for needs. Provident Nidhi launched the auto settlement of the advance claim during the Corona epidemic in 2020, allowing members to easily remove funds.

The EPFO ​​said that with an increased limit of Rs 5 lakh, advance claims will now be through auto settlement, which will process them within three days of submitting. This upgrade limit and faster access on funds will help the member to get financial support at the time of the most needs.

How to work auto claim to work

Auto claims work at the automatic level through the settlement system, which does not have any human intervention. This ensures rapid change and transparency. The Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) works under the Ministry of Labor and Employment, Government of India. It manages the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), which is a retirement benefit plan available for all salary employees in India.

Let us tell you that in FY 2024-25, EPFO ​​processed 2.34 crore advance claims through auto settlement, which is 161 percent growth compared to the previous year. Notable, 59 percent of all advance claims were dealt with auto mode in 2024–25. In the first 3 months of FY 2025-26, EPFO ​​has so far done auto settlement of 76.52 lakh claims.