In an era where digital connectivity is celebrated for bridging gaps and fostering communication, it is disheartening to acknowledge its darker implications. The recent report by Anyay Rahit Zindagi (Arz) on sex trafficking in Goa underscores a grim reality: social media and online advertisements are increasingly being exploited to facilitate sex trafficking. Social media […]
The recent integration of 12 central government schemes into the eShram portal marks a significant milestone in India’s efforts to support its vast unorganised workforce. This initiative, branded as the ‘eShram-One Stop Solution,’ aims to streamline access to welfare schemes for unorganised workers, who constitute a substantial portion of the country’s labour force. One […]
The recent amendments to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Rules, 2016, notified by the Union Government, have sparked significant concern among disability rights activists and organizations. These changes, which tighten the norms for obtaining disability certificates, are seen as regressive and potentially harmful to the very individuals they are meant to support. […]
By Sameer Pardikar Persistent Systems (PSYS) continues to shine with a strong Q2 performance, reaffirming its position as a standout player in the IT services space. The company has delivered broad-based growth across verticals and geographies while maintaining impressive margins despite headwinds such as wage hikes. As the company focuses on its strategic growth drivers […]
By Prithvish Uppal ICICI Prudential Life Insurance (IPRU) has demonstrated a solid performance in recent quarters, positioning itself as a standout player in India’s insurance sector. With robust growth in Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) and Retail Weighted Received Premium (RWRP), IPRU has outpaced both industry and private players, underscoring its ability to adapt and thrive […]
The recent study highlighting that over 80% of children aged 6-23 months in Maharashtra lack dietary diversity is a stark reminder of the nutritional crisis facing our youngest citizens. This issue, deeply rooted in socio-economic disparities, demands urgent attention and comprehensive action from both government and society. The findings reveal that a significant portion […]
The recent study published in the Lancet Planetary Health journal has brought to light a grim reality: 33,000 deaths annually in ten major Indian cities are linked to air pollution levels that exceed the World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines. This alarming statistic has prompted the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to initiate suo motu proceedings, underscoring […]
NEW DELHI – In a controversial editorial piece, the Editor of The Wire has launched a scathing attack on Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, calling his Ayodhya verdict “flawed and unjust.” The article criticizes the CJI’s handling of the Ayodhya case, raising concerns about the legal and ethical implications of the judgment, and […]
NEW DELHI – Renowned author and activist Taslima Nasreen has stirred controversy with a cryptic post on X (formerly Twitter), questioning the legitimacy of the current interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. In her post, Nasreen asserted that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina did not resign and is still alive, thereby labeling the Yunus […]
BY Prithvish Uppal CFA, Prakhar Agarwal, Bhargav Sangi of Elara Global Research NEW DELHI: ICICI Lombard’s Q2FY25 results paint a picture of a company continuing to grow steadily in a competitive general insurance market but with challenges emerging in key segments. A 20% year-on-year growth in net profit reflects strong performance, yet the current valuation […]