Top-down reforms since the demonetisation of 2016 have already derailed the economy and brought misery to millions, yet the great zeal to do more of the same amidst protests from several segments of population demonstrate that the intent is far from public welfare

Many studies, including those by top government bodies, identify top polluters of Delhi air as industries, vehicles and dust; the annual, ritualistic bashing of Punjab farmers in winter months only helps in shifting the blame and allows government agencies to evade accountability

Without quality education, no economy can progress, at least not in today's technology and knowledge-driven globalised world order. Economists and policymakers know this well yet pay no attention

The organised air cooler industry is estimated to be approximately Rs 2,600 crore in terms of value and it was estimated to have sold close to 3 million units last year, believe industry experts

Corona in India live updates: Following a SC verdict, Tamil Nadu government has issued an order regarding reopening of government-run TASMAC alcohol shops from Saturday; India's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases jumped to 81,970 on Friday

Even in normal times, private healthcare has played truant. In the current health crisis, its role is neither proportionate to its dominant presence nor call of duty. If public healthcare carries almost the entire burden on its shoulders then it is imperative to nurture it, rather than neglect it

Staring at record losses, the travel and tourism sector is preparing a plan to take on coronavirus

Lockdown in India latest updates: In a tweet on Saturday, PM Narendra Modi assured that there is no need to panic, adding that people should keep taking precautions

Economists had initially anticipated a V-shaped recovery for China's economy, similar to that seen after SARS epidemic in 2003. But analysts have since slashed their forecasts to levels not seen since the Cultural Revolution ended in 1976

Why the fast-growing hotel chain had to scale down

Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave

New rules for Ola, Uber: This is the first time the government is considering to regulate the commission earned by such firms, which at present stands at around 20%

As the economy goes into a tailspin, jobs across industries are becoming a casualty

Odd even scheme: The chief minister had said that if the air quality continues to deteriorate then extending the odd-even car rationing rule would be considered

Walmart incurs $290 million impairment due to Jabong acquisition; eyes robust growth from Flipkart, PhonePeWalmart took a non-cash impairment charge of$290 million for the value of the 'Jabong' trade name in the third quarter, even as the US retail giant continues to bet on the \"significant opportunity for growth\" presented by the Indian market.The Bentonville-based company logged a 2.5 per cent rise in revenue at $128 billion for the third quarter, even as its operating income ...

Delhi air pollution today: Experts say a spike in pollution level can be attributed to a significant decline in wind speed and incidents of stubble burning in Haryana and Punjab

Pollution in Delhi: Experts say the situation could deteriorate further as with winter setting in, a dip in the minimum temperature makes the air cold and heavy leading to accumulation of pollutants close to the ground

The decision has been taken so that there is no disturbance in celebrations of the Sikhism founder's birth anniversary, Delhi CM Kejriwal said at a press conference

Odd-even rule: The transport minister said there was no major non-compliance from the motorists on the third day of the scheme on Wednesday. Schools in the city opened after two days but no complaints were received from any quarters about any issues.