Indian workers are putting in fewer hours weekly compared to pre-pandemic levels, with self-employed individuals seeing the steepest decline. This trend, alongside modest real earnings growth, suggests lower aggregate demand and a recovery driven by a select few. Women’s increased labor force participation, particularly in rural agriculture, indicates distress-led employment. NEW DELHI: Indian workers put…
Rahul Gandhi at the rally (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the timing of the Indo-US interim trade deal.Addressing the Mazdoor Kissan Maha Rally in Barnala, Punjab, Rahul said the deal had been stalled for four months due to disagreements over opening the agriculture sector….
UltraTech Cement on Saturday said it has received a demand notice of Rs 782.2 crore from GST authorities and plans to challenge the order before the appropriate forum, according to PTI.In a regulatory filing, the Aditya Birla Group company said it is reviewing the order and considering all legal options. “The Company is reviewing the…
For years, fans have speculated whether choreographer Shakti Mohan performed Katrina Kaif’s stunts in Dhoom 3’s high-energy song Kamli. Shakti has now put the rumours to rest, opening up about Katrina’s relentless dedication and revealing how the actor chose to push herself physically despite suffering bruises during the shoot. ‘How can I be her body…
As Dabangg director Abhinav Kashyap recently accused Salman Khan and his family of sabotaging his career and being controlling, veteran Bollywood choreographer Chinni Prakash has come forward in support of the superstar. In a recent interview, Chinni described Salman as a “golden-hearted” person who has always helped people in need — including himself. “He is…
Wankhede Stadium (Agency Photo) NEW DELHI: The T20 World Cup 2026 has reached the semi-final stage, with India set to face England at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, while South Africa take on New Zealand in Kolkata. So far, the weather forecast looks clear, but fans are still worried because two matches earlier in the tournament…
BENGALURU: Edtech firm Upgrad has signed a term sheet to acquire rival Unacademy in an all-stock transaction, founders of the two companies said in separate posts on X on Saturday, marking a significant consolidation move in India’s education technology sector.“We at Upgrad have signed a term sheet to acquire Unacademy in an all-stock deal,” Upgrad…
India A will play the topper of Group A in the first semifinal on Friday. (Image credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: India ‘A’ cruised into the semifinals of the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 with a convincing six-wicket victory over Oman at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha on Tuesday. With…
IND vs WI Live Score, 1st Test Match Day 1: India’s Test journey under Shubman Gill at home begins today against a depleted West Indies in Ahmedabad, but don’t mistake this for an easy ride. In India, even a draw is viewed as a defeat and the scars of their last home series loss to…
A fan’s chance encounter with Pop star Camila Cabello at a bar, landed the singer at her wedding, and singing her emotional song ‘First Man’ live. Cabello went viral on Sunday after she gave one lucky fan the ultimate wedding gift by performing live for her father-daughter dance. In a video, the singer revealed that…
