Society
Masterji in spotlight over UP’s proposed ban on ...
November 28, 2024
For well over a century, Masterji, or the senior-most tailor in any tailoring shop, has always been a fixture of any wedding or major ceremony in India as they visit households to stitch clothes not just for the bride or the groom, but the entire family. They have also been the g...
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Automation, economic downturn threatens India’s ...
November 28, 2024
India’s much-hyped middle class is facing an existential battle faced with a triple challenge of automation and joblessness, record drop in household savings as well as a slowing economy. These are the findings of a recent report by Marcellus Investment Managers, an investment ...
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Indian wedding boom continues with 41 pc surge in ...
November 24, 2024
India is gearing up for a wedding season like never before, with a 41 pc rise in weddings organised this year as compared to 2023. According to a report by Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), about 4.8 million weddings are scheduled just for November-December 2024. This ...
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ASI to restore iconic Barapullah Bridge in Delhi
November 21, 2024
The 400-year-old Barapullah Bridge, a magnificent Mughal-era structure, once stood as a symbol of architectural brilliance and cultural heritage. Today, however, it faces the harsh realities of urban encroachment and neglect. Amidst a sea of garbage, makeshift shops, and sewage a...
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234 million Indians trapped in multidimensional po...
November 17, 2024
Despite India’s economic progress, a staggering 234 million citizens remain trapped in multidimensional poverty, according to a UN report. This places India among the five countries worldwide with the largest impoverished populations, highlighting persistent challenges in m...
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Indian banks likely to adopt 5-day work week
November 15, 2024
A long-awaited shift in the work schedule for bank employees may soon become a reality, potentially transforming their work-life balance. Reports suggest that the agreement reached between Indian Banks Association (IBA), which clubs together all leading public and private sector ...
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Navigating legal hurdles: Struggles of India’s t...
November 14, 2024
Despite legal advancements aimed at protecting transgender rights in India, many continue to face deep-rooted challenges. While laws have been enacted, the reality remains stark marginalisation, lack of proper identity recognition, and limited access to welfare persist. The gap b...
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Only 39 pc of Indian companies ready for ransomwar...
November 13, 2024
India’s digital landscape is growing rapidly, but so are the threats that come with it. As cyberattacks become more sophisticated, businesses face mounting challenges in securing their digital infrastructure. A recent report by Sophos, a cybersecurity firm, reveals alarming gap...
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Punjab Day commemorated at Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan
November 11, 2024
Marking a meaningful celebration, Punjab Day at Tamil Nadu’s Raj Bhavan recently honoured the profound connections between Sikh and Tamil cultures. This event showcased shared values of unity, service and education, illustrating how these two vibrant traditions enrich and stren...
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Indian women more stressed at work than men, says ...
November 8, 2024
Stress is becoming an overwhelming issue for women in India’s workforce, as they navigate demanding jobs and unpaid domestic responsibilities, says a report by YourDost, that a mental health organisation. The pressure to excel in both spheres takes a severe toll on their mental...
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