TV, internet, radio, OTT consumption rises for 22% of families despite a 1% dip from previous month: Axis My India Survey

TV, internet, radio, OTT consumption rises for 22% of families despite a 1% dip from previous month: Axis My India Survey

There has been a significant increase in content consumption, per a new survey by Axis My India. Besides, a majority of respondents to the survey indicated that household spending had increased. Overall, Axis My India’s latest India Consumer Sentiment Index (CSI) paints an optimistic picture of consumer spending trends at the dawn of the New … Read more

49% of families have increased spending on essential items in 2023: Survey

49% of families have increased spending on essential items in 2023: Survey

As much as 46% of Indian households have increased spending and are feeling more financially secure than last year, according to the India Consumer Sentiment Index (CSI) by Axis My India, a leading consumer data intelligence company. The survey also reveals that 49% of respondents are investing in mobile phones, showcasing a shift towards technology. … Read more

University of Madras draws on pension and endowment fund to meet salary expenses

University of Madras draws on pension and endowment fund to meet  salary expenses

Sources say University of Madras has a monthly recurring expense of about ₹18.61 crore. | Photo Credit: File photo Amid acute financial constraints and a proposal for grant-in-aid pending with the State government, the University of Madras has diluted the Contributory Pension Scheme Fund and Endowment Fund to disburse salary/pension and meet other obligatory expenses … Read more

Why cashless OPD is the best way to reduce out-of-pocket expenses for employees – ET HealthWorld

Why cashless OPD is the best way to reduce out-of-pocket expenses for employees – ET HealthWorld

By Varun GeraAre you aware that 60 to 80 per cent of Indians’ healthcare spending is towards pharmaceutical bills, medicines, and regular healthcare, not towards hospitalisation Consider how many times you or your family members get hospitalised in a year. Most years go without any hospitalisation for an average Indian. On the contrary, an average … Read more

Citigroup to Cover Travel Expenses for U.S. Staff Seeking Abortion

Citigroup to Cover Travel Expenses for U.S. Staff Seeking Abortion

March 18, 2022 Citigroup Inc. is starting to cover travel costs for U.S.-based employees seeking an abortion as more states pass new abortion restrictions, according to Bloomberg News. The policy covers certain expenses, such as airfare and lodging, for staff who must travel out of state to receive an abortion. “In response to changes in … Read more

E-pharmacies, medtech to help cut health expenses – ET HealthWorld

e pharmacies medtech to help cut health

Vaccines, medicines and diagnostics — all key ammunition to fight the raging pandemic — will be in the spotlight in 2022. Additionally, acceleration in digital transformation, healthcare innovation, telemedicine and a focus on preventive care will also be core themes. The pace of this change will accelerate through 2022 as e-pharmacies, telemedicine, video consult, wearables … Read more