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Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is one of the major cities of India in the state of Tamil Nadu. The city is nicknamed the ‘Detroit of India’ as it houses more than one-third of India's automobile industry. The city is also home to the Tamil film industry, making it a major film production centre....

Para-athletes are making India proud on the global stage as they continue to shine at the Paris Paralympics 2024, with the country’s medal tally reaching eight, comprising gold, silver, and bronze medals. Paris Paralympics will certainly be remembered as one of the best chapters in the history of India’s contribution to sports. India is...

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) was declared mandatory by the Government of India on 1st April, 2014. As per the Companies Act of 2013, Section 135, companies that meet certain turnover and profitability requirements, will have to spend at least 2% of their average net profit of the previous three years on CSR activities. Companies...

Type 2 Diabetes can lead to complications that affect our life expectancy, such as kidney disease. Over time, diabetes can damage blood vessels in the heart, eyes, kidneys and nerves. People with diabetes have a higher risk of health problems including heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Diabetes can cause permanent vision loss by...

Elections are not just a civic obligation, but they are a festival of democracy. It is a time to assess the performance of parties, scrutinise their promises, and make informed choices about our future leaders. While only one party holds the fort at the centre and forms a government, each party plays a role...

Diversity and inclusion are necessary for creating a healthy company culture where employees belonging to diverse backgrounds feel welcome and respected. This also enhances employee engagement and productivity. Diversity is a great tool to encourage people to learn about various cultures and other’s viewpoints, which give birth to novel ideas and better decision-making. Research shows...

The idea of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has been a topic of discussion since the 1950s. However, it wasn’t until much later that people started understanding its meaning, significance and impact. CSR, in the form that we see today, became popular after it was defined by Archie Carroll’s “Pyramid of Corporate Social Responsibility” in...

Ahead of Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath laid the foundation stone of about 178 projects worth Rs 1037 crore on Sunday. The CM is on a two-day visit to the city, which is significant for the Hindu community for being the birthplace of Lord Krishna and...

Despite the Supreme Court’s assurance that the court would ensure no adverse action is taken against them and despite the apex court’s appeal to resume work, junior doctors in Kolkata continue with their strike for the 15th consecutive day to protest against the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee at the RG...

Ahmedabad is among the fastest-growing cities in India. It has been emerging as an important economic and industrial hub in India. It is the second-largest producer of cotton in India. The people of Ahmedabad are known for their smartness, wit and business acumen. They are also known for being proactive in helping others. In...

After the horrific incident of alleged sexual abuse of two school children in Badlapur in Thane district near Mumbai, the Maharashtra government on Wednesday directed all schools within the state to install CCTV cameras and complaint boxes on their premises within a month. If any school fails to comply with the order, strict actions...

The horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old junior doctor at Kolkata’s R.G Kar Medical College and Hospital has raised serious questions about the conditions under which resident doctors are made to work in Government Hospitals in the city. From 36 hours work shifts to lack of adequate washrooms to lack of a proper...