New Delhi: At the peak of his political life, the widely-respected socialist veteran Raghuvansh Prasad Singh increasingly faced a contradictory challenge –– of having to harmonise his undisputed Mr Clean image and idealistic convictions with his unflinching support to Lalu Prasad Yadav, even when the RJD chief plunged deep into a cesspool of corruption charges … Read more
Microsoft’s dual-screen Surface Duo began arriving in customers’ hands last Thursday, the same day that the company lifted its embargo and allowed members of the tech press who had received advance shipments to post their reviews. That resulted in a flood of coverage worthy of a category-defining device that had been eagerly awaited since its … Read more
The Monsoon session of Parliament begins on Monday with a heavy duty legislative agenda lined up. The govt is proposing to bring as many as 23 new bills while some already introduced ones could be taken up for passage. ET looks at some of the key economic bills that are on the table: NEW BILLS … Read more
Weary fire crews try to beat back raging flames. Exhausted fire crews worked on Sunday to beat back raging wildfires that have scorched millions of acres across three Western states, all while an anguished search goes on for the dozens of people who remain unaccounted. At least 23 people have died in the fires, and … Read more
Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s goal was his 25th for Everton in the Premier League, equalling Wayne Rooney’s total for the Toffees Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s brilliant header ensured new-look Everton made a flying start to the Premier League season with victory at Tottenham. Calvert-Lewin gave Hugo Lloris no chance after connecting with Lucas Digne’s in-swinging free-kick to earn the … Read more
Image copyright Reuters Image caption The Almeda fire, which caused this damage, is only 50% contained The US National Weather Service has issued a “red flag warning” for areas of the West Coast, as high winds threaten to spread devastating wildfires still further. Gusts of up to 40 mph (64 km/h) are expected in parts … Read more
Gyms and yoga institutions in Delhi have been allowed to resume its services from Monday. (Representational Image) Gyms and yoga institutions in Delhi have been allowed to resume its services from Monday. After being shut for over 4 months due to coronavirus pandemic, the Delhi government have allowed the gyms and yoga institutes to reopen … Read more
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A total of 13 states ruled by BJP and parties have submitted their borrowing options to the Centre to meet the GST revenue shortfall. Of the 13 states, 12 have preferred to opt for borrowing from the special window facilitated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). These states include Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, … Read more
Lockdown salary payment outcomes suggest formal enterprises are more resilient than informal enterprises. Synopsis There are three lessons for reforming our dysfunctional labour laws. One, any change must be balanced. Two, any change needs evidence. Three, any change needs openness. India’s labour laws are neither prolabour nor pro-employer. They are pro-labour inspector. So, why don’t … Read more