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Have the labour markets recovered post-lockdown?
By Rosa Abraham , Amit Basole, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:48 AM IST
- Several high-frequency indicators such as the Nomura India Business Resumption Index (NIBRI), Purchasing Managers’ Indices (PMI) show a strong sequential recovery in the economy.
Gleaming tractors add to buzz at borders
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:49 AM IST
Tuesday’s event coincides with the two-month anniversary of the farmers’ agitation which began on November 26.
Thousands leave for Delhi ahead of rally from Punjab, Haryana
By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, Amritsar/jalandhar/karnal/rohtak
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 03:34 AM IST
- In the Haryana districts of Rohtak, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad, Bhiwani and Dadri, villages emptied out as farmers drove to Delhi in tractors-trailers, cars, SUVs and motorbikes.
Brace for traffic chaos in areas on rally route
By karn pratap singh, New Delhi, Hindustan Times
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:42 AM IST
Vehicular movement in the national capital will be majorly affected on Tuesday, especially in central Delhi and the peripheries of the city, owing to the Republic Day parade in the morning, followed by the farmers’ tractor parade, wherein thousands of farmers will be taking out a rally of their tractors from the three border points of Singhu, Tikri, and Ghazipur
Stage set for mega tractor rally; Parliament march on Feb 1
By Zia Haq, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 01:01 AM IST
- The police say about 30,000 tractors are likely to participate in the rally, but farm leaders said the number of vehicles will be closer to 200,000.
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Vaccinating all Indians, for free
By Praveen Chakravarty
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:08 AM IST
The markets are at an all-time high. Impose a Covid-19 surcharge on transactions and use it for vaccination
Farm protests: The costs of a prolonged standoff
By Shashi Shekhar
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:08 AM IST
The government has extended an olive branch. The farmers must respect this and reciprocate. The tone set on Saturday should pave the way for a permanent solution.
The policy landscape around digital and physical micro-lending
By Amol Agrawal
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:08 AM IST
In 1870s, a similar backlash emerged in Poona and Ahmednagar districts of the Bombay presidency. The agriculture boom in the early 1860s led farmers to take loans from moneylenders
All-rounder’s tag alone won’t do, must keep performing: Shardul Thakur
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:19 AM IST
- With seven wickets and a vital fifty, Thakur celebrated his Test comeback, underlining qualities as a pace-bowling all-rounder. The 29-year-old looks back on the momentous series in this interview.
Exclusive Interview: Saha opens up on battle with Pant for keeper's slot
By Aritra Mukherjee
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:56 AM IST
- When the India wicket-keeper finally manage to spare some time for a chat – albeit with the permission from his daughter and wife, it didn’t take him much time to don the imaginary keeping gloves and gather the bouncer-like questions with utmost ease during.
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Priyanka regrets endorsing fairness creams, says she powdered her face as a kid
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:02 PM IST
- Actor Priyanka Chopra has said that she regrets endorsing fairness creams in India, but as a child she believed that dark skin wasn't pretty and would put talcum powder on her face.
Varun's 'chilled out bride' Natasha Dalal got her wedding makeup done in 35 mins
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:15 PM IST
- Varun Dhawan's wife, Natasha Dalal, got her wedding makeup done in 35 minutes, artist Namrata Soni has said.
Ashwin explains why he opted to compete against Steve Smith
By hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:57 PM IST
Ashwin proved instrumental in stopping Australia’s premier batsman Steve Smith during the first two Tests. He was Australia's best batsman and Ashwin negated his threat by constant variations.
Kangana accuses attacks 'mafia' for 'making fun of mechanical horse'
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:06 PM IST
- On the second anniversary of Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, Kangana Ranaut has accused the movie 'mafia' of launching negative campaigns against her and the film.
Agarkar believes teams may still chase Maxwell despite poor IPL 2020
By hindustantimes.com
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:38 PM IST
Former Indian pacer Ajit Agarkar stated that some other franchise may still go for him and bid for the Australian all-rounder with a heavy sum.
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Covid update: Delhi herd immunity; Goa near 'normalcy'; Biden travel curbs
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:38 AM IST
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Priyanka regrets endorsing fairness creams, says she powdered her face as a kid
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:02 PM IST
- Actor Priyanka Chopra has said that she regrets endorsing fairness creams in India, but as a child she believed that dark skin wasn't pretty and would put talcum powder on her face.
Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal glam it up in first pics from sangeet, see here
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:30 PM IST
- Pictures from Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal's sangeet function have been shared online by Zoa Morani. Check them out here.
Inside Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal's mehendi ceremony
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:54 PM IST
- New pictures from Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal's mehendi ceremony have arrived online. Check them out here.
Akshay Oberoi: We lucked out as there were no Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar sort of big films releasing in 2020
By Shreya Mukherjee, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:04 PM IST
Actor Akshay Oberoi says while choosing a project he trusts his intuition, as the idea is to work and improve consistently, rest of the discussions that happens are just noise to him.
15 years of Rang De Basanti: The team reveals what makes it timeless
By Kavita Awaasthi and Rishabh Suri
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:58 PM IST
Rang De Basanti was a critical and commercial hit when it released on this day 15 years ago. And we are still talking about the film. What makes it so special? We talk to director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Prasoon Joshi, Sharman Joshi and Kunal Kapoor for their take and memories of the making the film.
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'He seems to be aware of it': Ian Bishop reveals 'glitch' in Gill's technique
By hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:50 PM IST
Speaking in an interview on Sportstar, West Indies legend Ian Bishop praised Shubman Gill, describing him as an "elegent, eye-catching" batsman.
'Makes no sense': Vaughan on Bairstow missing first two Tests vs India
By hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:08 PM IST
India vs England: The trio has been rested as part of ECB's player management policy, which stresses on giving adequate rest to every English cricketer in a packed calendar year, which includes 17 Tests and the ICC T20 World Cup.
Tatenda Taibu reveals how Dravid's advice helped him tackle Anil Kumble
By hindustantimes.com
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 03:34 PM IST
Taibu took to Twitter on Sunday and stated that he received the valuable piece of advice after an India vs Zimbabwe Test match.
'There might be someone better to play': Ponting's huge statement on Starc
By hindustantimes.com
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:36 PM IST
- Former captain Ricky Ponting has pointed out at the lacklustre performance of Starc in the last two Test matches against India and has said that the left-arm paceman needs to swing the ball in every condition to retain his place in the team that will travel to take on South Africa soon.
ENG vs SL: Sibley, Root shine as England win second Test by six wickets
Reuters, Galle
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:41 PM IST
England scored 164-4, with Sibley 56 not out and Jos Buttler unbeaten on 46 as they overcame jittery moments to complete a 2-0 series triumph.
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Man’s funny sketch of pet doggo is making netizens giggle. Watch
By Sanya Budhiraja
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 02:01 AM IST
“I will open the bidding up to $1,” reads the text shared alongside the video.
Republic Day 2021: Tricolour lights adorn railway stations across the nation
By Sanya Budhiraja
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:28 AM IST
72nd Republic Day: The official Twitter account of the Ministry of Railways has been sharing pictures of railway stations beautifully decorated in tricolour lights from across the country in honour of Republic Day.
NASA shares ‘unbrrlieveably’ pretty picture of Frosty Leo Nebula. Check it out
By Sanya Budhiraja
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:59 PM IST
“Rich in water in the form of ice grains, the Frosty Leo Nebula is located about 3,000 light years from Earth,” reads a bit of the caption shared alongside the post.
Our little man knew! Puppy’s correct gender prediction leaves netizens gushing
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:54 PM IST
“Looks like we have a psychic little puppy,” reads the caption shared alongside the post.
English zoo turns into winter wonderland due to snowfall. Pics are ‘winterful’
By Sanya Budhiraja
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:36 PM IST
These images were shared on the official Instagram of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.
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Fighting acne? Then trust these 5 best home remedies for pimples
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:07 PM IST
Are you too attached to your partner? Here are 3 tips to remember
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:12 PM IST
Shilpa Shetty offers some Monday motivation with the boat pose! Here’s how to do it
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:28 PM IST
Ananya Panday’s gravity-defying workout routine will leave you speechless
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:52 PM IST
These 5 super simple stretches will help you combat neck pain with minimal effort
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:55 PM IST
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Kia charges to sales milestone of two lakh cars in 17 months since India debut
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:36 PM IST
Skoda Kushaq SUV, rival to Creta, will get two engine and three gearbox options
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:22 PM IST
Sony Vision-S electric concept not for masses; will not enter production: Report
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 03:18 PM IST
Farmers ride caravan of tractors into Delhi ahead of Republic Day
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 02:24 PM IST
Electric vehicles to dominate in India by 2030: Mahindra
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:23 AM IST
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Photos: The world closes in on 100 million Covid-19 infections
JAN 25, 2021 04:26 PM IST
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Troops come to blows in India-China face-off
By Rahul Singh, Rezaul H Laskar, Sutirtho Patranobis
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:22 AM IST
- The latest incident took place at Naku La area, which is at a height of over 5,000 metres, on January 20, when Chinese soldiers attempted to intrude into the Indian territory.
Conversion ordinance: Don’t take HC ‘lightly’, top court tells UP govt
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:13 AM IST
- The state government, got adjournments from the high court in the last two hearings citing the pendency of the similar petitions before the Supreme Court.
India to impose permanent ban on 59 Chinese apps, including TikTok: Report
Reuters, Bengaluru
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:56 AM IST
The ministry's June order stated that the apps were "prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order".
Govt confers 119 Padma honours
By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 03:53 AM IST
- The list of Padma awards also comprised 10 Padma Bhushan and 102 Padma Shri recipients.
SC rejects Andhra govt plea to defer local polls
By Utkarsh Anand, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 03:10 AM IST
- On January 8, state election commissioner N Ramesh Kumar released the schedule for elections to be held in four phases
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Biden to sign order keeping travel restrictions on Europe, says White House
ANI, Washington
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:35 AM IST
Last week, Biden had announced that travellers flying to the US from foreign countries will be required to mandatorily quarantine upon their arrival and pass a Covid-19 test before departure.
US virus numbers drop, but race against new strains heats up
AP, Washington
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:32 AM IST
- The US is recording just under 3,100 deaths a day on average, down from more than 3,350 less than two weeks ago.
AstraZeneca denies report vaccine less effective in elderly
Reuters, Frankfurt
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:30 AM IST
German daily papers Handelsblatt and Bild said in separate reports the vaccine - co-developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University - had an efficacy of 8% or less than 10%, respectively, in those over 65.
Jill Biden signals she'll be more active as first lady
AP, Washington
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:17 AM IST
- On Monday, Jill Biden took on the role of top surrogate for the president, encouraging unity and promising the administration would listen to all voices.
US justice department probes if staff tried to alter election outcome
Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:37 AM IST
The Times reported on Friday that Clark’s efforts included an attempt to remove then acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen, who had deflected Trump’s attempts to use the Justice Department in a baseless attack on the election results.
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Tech Wrap: Oppo A55 5G launched, LG launches a new line of ACs
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 01:20 AM IST
Telegram bot lets hackers look up your phone number easily
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 11:39 PM IST
Google Maps, Search will soon show Covid-19 vaccine locations
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:31 PM IST
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TT player Mouma Das, six other sportspersons awarded Padma Shri
PTI
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:52 PM IST
Every year, the award winners are announced on the eve of Republic Day. The Padma awardees are felicitated by the President of India.
Olympics would be 'extremely difficult' for unvaccinated athletes: France
AFP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:42 PM IST
Denis Masseglia warned that unvaccinated athletes who went to the Games in Japan faced "quarantine of a fortnight" and "will have to undergo tests in the mornings and evenings".
Chelsea sack manager Frank Lampard
By hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:20 PM IST
"Chelsea Football Club have today parted company with Head Coach Frank Lampard," the club announced in a press release.
AFC cancels, postpones tournaments; India's schedule also affected
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:16 PM IST
AFC cancels, postpones tournaments; India's schedule also affected
Russia confirms it won't appeal Olympic team restrictions
AP, Moscow
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:39 PM IST
The Court of Arbitration for Sport last month ruled that Russia's name, flag and anthem would be barred from the next two Olympics after backing the World Anti-Doping Agency's finding that doping data was manipulated.
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Have the labour markets recovered post-lockdown?
By Rosa Abraham , Amit Basole, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:48 AM IST
- Several high-frequency indicators such as the Nomura India Business Resumption Index (NIBRI), Purchasing Managers’ Indices (PMI) show a strong sequential recovery in the economy.
CAIT alleges Amazon, Flipkart, Zomato and Swiggy of flouting rules
PTI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:19 PM IST
CAIT Secretary General alleged that similar obligations were imposed on e-commerce food business operators.
Amazon tries to block Future's asset sale to Reliance after regulatory approval
Reuters, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:52 PM IST
The Amazon filing also argued that Future should not rely on any regulatory approval it has received, in light of the arbitrator's injunction.
Apple faces Italian suit over iPhones that wear out too quickly
Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:40 PM IST
The lawsuit mirrors US cases over claims that the company misled consumers about iPhone battery power and software updates that slowed the performance of the devices.
Rupee rises for 5th straight session, settles 3 paise higher at 72.94
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 04:08 PM IST
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, advanced 0.10 per cent to 90.32.
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US Embassy, Delhi govt launch English teaching programme for teachers
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 11:23 PM IST
It is a 10-week-long online English teaching programme for 700 pre-service teachers from all women colleges of Delhi.
Liberal education is going to be the future of education: FLAME University VC
By Nilesh Mathur
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:46 PM IST
- Universities need to explore the uncharted path and innovative methods when it comes to pedagogy, and playing the role of facilitators in a student's journey of finding their goals and preparing them for their future.
Delhi HC pulls up SDMC for not requisitioning special educators in schools
ANI, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:15 PM IST
The bench consisting of Justice Najmi Waziri was hearing a plea that sought a direction to SDMC to send the requisition of as many as 1,132 vacant posts of Special Educator (Primary) to DSSSB.
Anurag Ramola from Uttarakhand awarded Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, Dehradun
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:15 PM IST
- Ramola was selected for the award for his achievements in the field of art and culture. He has been conferred, according to him, with 19 international awards, 38 national awards, and over 70 state and district awards.
Committee formed under CM to choose MPPSC chairperson, members
PTI, Bhopal
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:45 PM IST
Committee formed under CM to choose MPPSC chairperson, members
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Delhiwale: Like chai by the Seine
By Mayank Austen Soofi, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 05:30 AM IST
- A cafe that gives a most glorious view of the city’s river—the Yamuna
‘Over half of city may have Covid antibodies’: Experts say after 5th sero-survey
By Anonna Dutt, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:16 AM IST
- The number was particularly high in the south-east district at 62%, the people said, and now appears to fall in a territory that experts believe is close to the herd immunity threshold.
Salaries not paid, doctors of Delhi’s Kasturba Hospital may strike work from Feb 1
By Ashish Mishra, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:44 PM IST
Doctors of Kasturba Hospital, run by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation, are likely to go on an indefinite strike from February 1 over non-payment of salaries for the past three months
Doorstep delivery of rations in Delhi by March this year: CM Arvind Kejriwal
By HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 04:09 AM IST
New Delhi: The Delhi government’s ambitious doorstep delivery of ration service will be launched by March, and all of the residents of the city will get health cards by the end of this year, chief minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Monday, during an address at a Republic Day event at the Delhi secretariat
HC allows DDA to declare results of e-auction of 3 plots that was stayed for want of parking
By Richa Banka, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:43 PM IST
The Delhi high court on Monday allowed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to publish the results of the e-auction of three commercial plots at the District Centre in Netaji Subhash Place, after the agency admitted that there was a deficiency of parking, to address which it would construct additional parking space on six plots
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Furnish relevant parts of charge sheet: Bombay HC to ex-BARC CEO Partho Dasgupta
By K A Y Dodhiya, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:51 AM IST
The bench directed Dasgupta to prepare a compilation of the relevant portions of the charge sheet and submit it to the court before the next hearing scheduled on February 2.
Mumbai to get five new cyber police stations on Republic Day
By Vijay Kumar Yadav, Mumbai
UPDATED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:48 AM IST
Each of these cyber police stations will be located in five policing regions of the city, said joint commissioner of police (CP) (law and order) Vishwas Nangre Patil. Chief minister Uddhav Thackerey will inaugurate the stations at DB Marg police station on Tuesday.
Senior Shiv Sena leaders, ministers didn’t attend farmers’ protest in Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:48 AM IST
While Sena said it didn’t want to break Covid-19 rules, its senior leaders were at an inauguration in Kalyan where scores had gathered
Mumbai: NCB nabs absconding drug dealer Arif Bhujwala
By Manish K Pathak, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:45 AM IST
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Monday arrested purported drug dealer Arif Bhujwala from Raigad in connection with the south Mumbai-based racket busted by the agency. so far, five people have been arrested in the bust.
600 teachers, non-teaching staff protest new education policy in Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:44 AM IST
In a joint statement, the teachers have highlighted how NEP violates the constitutional mandates of the reservation policy and Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act
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26 letters which redefine Indianness
By Manish Mishra
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:57 AM IST
Indian fashion isn’t just exotic inspo that international brands can use as reference. It’s a discipline in itself
Couture steeped in Tarot symbolism
By Manish Mishra
PUBLISHED ON JAN 26, 2021 12:01 AM IST
Dior Couture Spring 21 was a vibrant and lush canvas painted by Maria Grazia Chiuri’s epiphany inducing paintbrush where she referenced the mystique of Tarot cards
Poetry lovers rejoice, here’s something to bring back your rhythm!
By Mallika Bhagat, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:52 PM IST
All the poetry lovers in the Capital, you are up for a treat in the coming days, with a number of events lined up, both online and offline.
Depression in new fathers linked to relationship insecurities: Study
ANI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:51 PM IST
Men, take note! If you are a new father and insecure about the relationship with your partner, it may trigger postnatal depression, a new study suggested.
Three-day Live Music Festival 'Utsaah MahaUtsav' Presented by LIC Organised
ANI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 06:24 PM IST
IndiaFor the first time ever, Utsaah #spreadinghappiness, a concept showcasing Indian Culture online, will be beaming LIVE from the STUDIO to give viewers an enhanced Magical experience. Titled Maha Ustav, presented by LIC of India, this is a brainchild of Durga Jasraj, Founder of Art and Artistes.
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Disha Parmar says her entry in Bigg Boss 14 'will put pressure on' Rahul Vaidya
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 05:45 PM IST
Disha Parmar said that she will not enter Bigg Boss 14 to support Rahul Vaidya. She said that he is ‘strong enough to fight his own battles’.
Aly's sister says Jasmin's dad's comments about relationship were 'misconstrued'
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 02:41 PM IST
- Jasmin Bhasin's father's comments about her relationship with Aly Goni were 'misinterpreted', Aly's sister has said.
Bigg Boss 14 promo: Rakhi Sawant writes 'I Love Abhinav' all over her body
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:08 AM IST
In the promo, an angry Rubina Dilaik asks Rakhi Sawant to stop with her antics while Abhinav Shukla looked disgusted by her actions.
Bigg Boss 14 day 110: Sonali Phogat is voted out of the show
PUBLISHED ON JAN 24, 2021 11:09 PM IST
Bigg Boss 14 Weekend Ka Vaar written update day 110: Salman Khan did not appear on the show this weekend. However, Sidharth Shukla was seen grilling the contestants.
Adhvik Mahajan: Contracts push actors into uncertainty
By S Farah Rizvi
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 11:54 AM IST
Known for his roles in ‘Naagin’, ‘Divya Drishti’ and as Angad in the film ‘Laxmii’, actor Adhvik Mahajan states that being contract bound does impede opportunities coming your way
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The Allahabad High Court stands up for personal liberty
By Gautam Bhatia
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:46 PM IST
The judgment of the Allahabad High Court represents an important judicial pushback against the dominant ideology of State interference in questions of marriage, including by empowering social and vigilante groups.
Free speech and the death of a book
By Chiki Sarkar
PUBLISHED ON JAN 25, 2021 07:37 PM IST
In the last four years, I have dealt with two such cases, and I have a small list of books. Most of my fellow publishers have also dealt with such cases in the last few years — in some cases they have won, in others they have withdrawn the book. A legal tool that is to be used sparingly is turning into a weapon wielded with far less care, far less thought.
A roadmap to reform democracy
By Ram Madhav
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 09:33 PM IST
Elected institutions must become less majoritarian, while other institutions must give voice to non-majorities and provide balance
How I erred on Biden and Blinken
By Karan Thapar
UPDATED ON JAN 24, 2021 06:26 AM IST
For a man who makes a career out of talking, I missed out on two God-given opportunities because I felt I had nothing to say. I met Biden in July 2013 in Delhi, but didn’t take sufficient interest in him. in 2015, i interviewed Antony Blinken, but failed to stay in touch
Focusing on women with disabilities
UPDATED ON JAN 24, 2021 06:25 AM IST
Government schemes, which have been a lifeline for so many women in these trying times, must be responsive to the needs of women with disabilities. For a start, the government could use its robust grassroots systems with its health workers to create awareness in families about the need to not compromise on health and education for women with disabilities.
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UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:18 PM IST
‘পদ্মশ্রী’ পেলেন নারায়ণ দেবনাথ, মৌমা দাস–সহ বাংলার সাত, ভূষিত বাংলাদেশের ২ কৃতী
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 10:21 PM IST
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UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 11:03 PM IST
সংস্কারের শুরুতে সংশয় থাকতেই পারে কিন্তু নিঃসন্দেহে সরকার কৃষক দরদী- রাষ্ট্রপতি
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:49 PM IST
থাইল্যান্ডের কোন ব্যাঙ্কে কাকে মাসে ৩৬ লক্ষ টাকা দিতেন লালা? ফাঁস করলেন শুভেন্দু
UPDATED ON JAN 25, 2021 08:17 PM IST