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Lalu Prasad gets bail in multi-crore rupees fodder scam case: A timeline of the RJD president’s stints in jail

INDIA

Lalu Prasad gets bail in multi-crore rupees fodder scam case: A timeline of the RJD president’s stints in jail

Here is a list of all cases for which the septuagenarian RJD supremo had trysts with the law

India has ‘bright future’ in global supply chain: Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi

BUSINESS

India has ‘bright future’ in global supply chain: Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us that if you don’t control the critical components you could be left holding the negative end of the supply chain… with PPE, vaccines and critical drugs unavailable, Indra Nooyi noted.

Crypto to redefine money and information, says Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam

BUSINESS

Crypto to redefine money and information, says Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam

Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam admitted that the beginnings were “not glamorous”, but shared how over time, crypto grew, and so did the company.

COVID-19 News | Mumbai to have vaccination only at government centres on April 10-12, says BMC

INDIA

COVID-19 News | Mumbai to have vaccination only at government centres on April 10-12, says BMC

Meanwhile vaccinations will continue at government centres on April 10 between 12 pm to 6 pm and on April 11 between 9 am and 5 pm

Stand Up India scheme: Rs 25,586 crore sanctioned to ST, SC, women entrepreneurs

BUSINESS

Stand Up India scheme: Rs 25,586 crore sanctioned to ST, SC, women entrepreneurs

The Stand Up India scheme was launched on April 5, 2016 to promote entrepreneurship at the grassroots level focusing on economic empowerment and job creation.

In Pics: These are the companies reopening offices

BUSINESS

In Pics: These are the companies reopening offices

A look at corporates who are going back to work at the office in the post-COVID era

Ashoka University resignations: All the developments so far

BUSINESS

Ashoka University resignations: All the developments so far

Faculty wrote to the vice chancellor and board members to state their “deep anguish” over Pratap Bhanu Mehta’s resignation, and noted that his exit sets a "chilling precedent for future removals of faculty.”

Facebook launches corporate policy, fund to support human rights

BUSINESS

Facebook launches corporate policy, fund to support human rights

Acknowledging that human rights are being increasingly violated online, Miranda Sissons, Director of Human Rights at Facebook said the company's human rights policy will “strive to respect” standards defined in international laws

Explained | Why public sector employees across India are protesting against privatisation and what is Centre’s response

BUSINESS

Explained | Why public sector employees across India are protesting against privatisation and what is Centre’s response

Public sector banks' employees held 2-day strike on March 15-16, general insurance companies employees are striking on March 17, and LIC employees on March 18. Here are the details:

Scientists detect 1,000 km space hurricane in Earth’s lower atmosphere over North Pole

WORLD

Scientists detect 1,000 km space hurricane in Earth’s lower atmosphere over North Pole

This is significant because even though space hurricanes are known to occur, they have never before been detected.

Explained: All you need to know about the Government Instant Messaging System

BUSINESS

Explained: All you need to know about the Government Instant Messaging System

Any individual with a valid mobile number or email ID can make use of the system.

Explained| Questions the Economic Survey 2021 will answer

INDIA

Explained| Questions the Economic Survey 2021 will answer

The Economic Survey usually provides detailed account of the state of the economy, prospects and the policy challenges. Here is what we can look forward to this year

KV Subramanian: All you need to know about India's CEA, the architect of Economic Survey 2021

ECONOMY

KV Subramanian: All you need to know about India's CEA, the architect of Economic Survey 2021

The Economic Survey is prepared by the economic division of the Department of Economic Affairs, consisting of CEA KV Subramanian and his team

COVID-19 pandemic reshaped consumer spending behaviour, Budget 2021 must reflect changes: SBI Ecowrap report

ECONOMY

COVID-19 pandemic reshaped consumer spending behaviour, Budget 2021 must reflect changes: SBI Ecowrap report

The SBI Ecowrap report says that Budget 2021 must make announcements to continue incentivising digital transactions, as data shows even the elderly have been using the digital platform more frequently and long after the lockdown ended.

Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana: Key points you should know and how it will benefit salaried professionals

INDIA

Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana: Key points you should know and how it will benefit salaried professionals

The Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sanctioned expenditure of Rs 1,584 crore for the current financial year (FY20-21), and Rs 22,810 crore for the entire scheme duration of 2020-2023.

Coronavirus testing | IIT Delhi’s Corosure kit prices could drop 20-30% once bulk production begins

BUSINESS

Coronavirus testing | IIT Delhi’s Corosure kit prices could drop 20-30% once bulk production begins

The Corosure kit, currently priced at Rs 399, is the cheapest one yet in the market, and is approved by the Drug Control General of India and the Indian Medical Council

Indian Railways privatisation | A look at other countries that have taken this route

BUSINESS

Indian Railways privatisation | A look at other countries that have taken this route

Experts suggest that learning from past ventures, it is imperative that policy, regulation and operations be split for smooth functioning.

Coronavirus lockdown: Here's how you can apply for an e-token to buy liquor in Delhi

BUSINESS

Coronavirus lockdown: Here's how you can apply for an e-token to buy liquor in Delhi

The new e-token system allows only 50 people to take the token per hour

Madhya Pradesh updates labour laws: All you need to know about what has changed

BUSINESS

Madhya Pradesh updates labour laws: All you need to know about what has changed

The concessions will be in place for the next 1,000 days to help industries “get back on their feet”

Investment banking activity generates $222 million in fees, Axis Bank bags 8.3% share

BUSINESS

Investment banking activity generates $222 million in fees, Axis Bank bags 8.3% share

This is down by 33.6 percent from Q1FY19, and is also the lowest Q1 activity fee since $122.9 million generated in Q1FY16

Explained | What is Hantavirus? Is it as deadly as Coronavirus?

TRENDS

Explained | What is Hantavirus? Is it as deadly as Coronavirus?

Hantaviruses are not new and have been around for a while

Meet George Soros: Legendary trader, billionaire philanthropist... and the 'devil' himself

TRENDS

Meet George Soros: Legendary trader, billionaire philanthropist... and the 'devil' himself

George Soros carries the dubious distinction of being the subject of countless conspiracy theories, ranging from nasty to borderline crazy.

World's largest solar park is now fully operational in Karnataka; see how it benefits the state

TRENDS

World's largest solar park is now fully operational in Karnataka; see how it benefits the state

Initially, the plan was to build a solar park of 2,000 MW capacity, but an additional 50 MW was added to generate a total of 2050 MW.

British scientists discover 'all-cancer cure' by accident

BUSINESS

British scientists discover 'all-cancer cure' by accident

Lead author of the study and Cardiff expert Professor Andrew Sewell called the discovery “highly unusual” and indicated that it could be developed into a universal, broad-based therapy.

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