I was not familiar with the concept of “layoff” when I was in India. My father used to work in a jute mill and occasionally faced “lock outs” which meant that gates of the mill were locked by the company and no employee was allowed to enter the premises and work; they did not get paid either.
In the tumultuous arena of Bihar politics, where alliances shift like sand dunes in the wind, this election seems poised to redefine the political landscape.
In the tapestry of Britain's social fabric, the conversation around assisted dying emerges as a poignant reflection of evolving values and aspirations for individual autonomy.
Of late, the issue is being increasingly talked about in some strategic circles in India.
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will launch his campaign in Odisha on Sunday at Salepur in Kendrapara Parliamentary constituency after paying tributes to Utkal Gaurav Madhusudan Das in what evidently is an attempt to rake up the 'Odia Pride' sentiment.
In 12 constituencies, the average percentage of voting was 57.88 per cent which was 6.15 per cent less than the previous LS polls of 2019 (64.02 pc) and 3.79 pc low of 2014 (61.66 pc).
The incident, which occurred amidst the fervor of democratic engagement, has deeply saddened the community and sparked immediate inquiries by law enforcement.
There were reports of malfunctioning of EVMs at several booths at the start but machines were either rectified or replaced by the authorities immediately.
Party sources said that they were waiting for confirmation from the Congress headquarters in New Delhi on her Malda visit.
Banerjee was campaigning for the Trinamul Congress candidates Dr Sharmila Sarkar (Bardhaman Purba) and Kirti Azad (Bardhaman Durgapur) this afternoon in a crowded public meeting there.
In an unprecedented bid, the BJP candidate from Bardhaman Durgapur seat, Dilip Ghosh has attacked the Trinamul Congress today, terming it a terrorist organization.
City and district schools are being taught about circular economy, which means judiciously managing the waste generated to convert it into means of earning money from it.
The year 2024 signifies an extraordinary epoch in the annals of art commemorations, marking the 100th birth anniversary of several influential figures in modern Indian art.
Hannan Mollah, 78, general secretary of the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), played a key role in the farmers movement that followed the passage of the three controversial farm laws.
Cinematic endeavours wield the power to transport audiences across epochs, offering glimpses into foregone eras and shedding light on the history of human experience.
The writer's commitment to her art is evident from the outset with her choice of subject and racy style. The author has demonstrated intelligence in choosing a pertinent topic that one can relate to in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven city life.
German police have arrested a Russian citizen in connection with the deaths of two Ukrainian citizens in the small southern German town of Murnau on Saturday evening.
More humanitarian aid is reaching the Gaza Strip, with more than 400 lorries arriving on some days last week, an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman has said.
Sikorski described the delivery of US ATACMS missiles to Ukraine as a "reaction to the Russian escalation" in Ukraine, to which Germany must also respond.
The United States condemned the Iraqi Council of Representatives' passage of the Anti-Prostitution and Homosexuality Law, banning same-sex relations with steep fines and imprisonment for those promoting homosexuality.
In its message to Indian Startups, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) asked them to keep their valuation realistic and distinguish between the organization's and its founder's goals.
A collective surge in market valuation among six of the top -10 most valued companies was recorded last week amounting to a notable increase of Rs 1,30,734.57 crore.
According to a recent report, as many as 448 infrastructure projects, each entailing an investment of Rs 150 crore or above, were hit by a cost overrun of more than Rs 5.55 trillion during December quarter 2023.
At close, Sensex was down 609.28 points, or 0.82%, at 73,730.16. Meanwhile, Nifty opened higher at 22,620.40 and touched a low of 22,419.90 in intraday trades.
Ariana Grande offers fans an inside look into her upcoming single with a studio sneak peek. Get ready for the next chart-topper!
Salma Hayek expresses gratitude to Madonna for joining her on stage during the Celebration Tour, adding a special touch to the iconic event.
The actor was trying to evade legal action by continuously changing locations and moving between Maharashtra's bordering states and Chhattisgarh.
Explore Fatima Sana Shaikh's journey from 'Dangal' debut to diverse roles in Bollywood. Versatility and talent define her cinematic prowess!
Maheshwari Chauhan secured a Paris quota for India in the women’s skeet event at the ISSF Final Olympic Shotgun Qualification Championship in Doha, Qatar on Sunday.
Jadumani Singh outperformed Aldarkhishig Battulga of Mongolia by winning the bout with an RSC (Referee Stop Contest) decision in round two.
The contest between the Indian elite athletes saw a stellar performance from Kiran Matre who took the first position and break the event record with a timing of 29:32.
Students of Sitapur bagged almost all the top ten positions in the 10th Board except for the second place while in Intermediate, the topper was from Sitapur too.
In an engaging tête-à-tête with The Statesman within the cosy confines of the Storyteller Bookstore in Kolkata, author Novoneel Chakraborty speaks about the complexities of his literary creations, illuminating characters that populate his books.
On March 22, the Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court had directed the state government to include the students studying in madrasas of the state to other schools.
As CETs are first preference, the University also advised the students aspiring to take admission in these programmes to apply for CETs also to increase better chances of admission, the official added.
People have to remain cautious as BJD thinks there are no leaders in Odisha. The manner in which outsiders are being patronized by Naveen Patnaik, is a matter of grave concern, he said.
At both the state and national level, the Congress is in the habit of reversing development initiatives, he alleged.
Congress leaders in Kerala are worried about Rahul Gandhi’s performance in the Wayanad Lok Sabha elections in the wake of low voter turnout in the constituency on Friday.
Ariana Grande offers fans an inside look into her upcoming single with a studio sneak peek. Get ready for the next chart-topper!
Salma Hayek expresses gratitude to Madonna for joining her on stage during the Celebration Tour, adding a special touch to the iconic event.
Jayarajan said the accusations against him were part of a calculated conspiracy hatched by the Congress and the BJP.
Shah said the BJP built the temple where Ram was born and brought Kashmir to India.
Yogi Adityanath said that those who dare to challenge divine power are destined to fail.
The allegation against Jayarajan is that he met BJP leaders and discussed with them about joining the BJP.
The AAP's youth wing on Sunday organised a walkathon, 'Walk for Kejriwal', in support of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal under the 'Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se' campaign.