Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
India's much-delayed national census begins on April 1, 2026, with lakhs of enumerators set to collect crucial data. Discover the scale and unique challenges of Census 2027.
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam alleges an international conspiracy and 'infiltrator' settlements, citing a 50% population rise in specific wards. He warns of a 'Bondi beach' situation if unchecked. Read the full report.
A landmark report warns the UK faces a permanent population decline from 2026, with net migration now the sole driver of growth. Explore the economic and political consequences.
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
As India's population ages, over 138 million seniors confront a severe care gap. Explore the looming health, financial, and social crisis threatening dignity in old age. Read the full analysis.
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, faces backlash for claiming US would be 'doomed' if whites become a minority. CNN interview ignites debate on race, demography, and apartheid denial. Read the full analysis.
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
Errol Musk, father of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, warns of US collapse as whites become minority. Elon Musk has previously called his father 'evil'. Read the full story.
India's demographic dividend is under strain due to critical skill development gaps and a slow shift to productive jobs. Expert Chitra Saruparia explains why skills matter more than ever for Indian workers.
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
BJP leader Kripashankar Singh's comment on electing a North Indian mayor in MMR reignites Mumbai's Marathi vs migrant political fault line ahead of BMC elections. Analysis of demographic shifts and political implications.
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
Jersey's workforce is aging, with over a quarter now 55+. Experts see this not as a crisis but a key opportunity to boost productivity and ease labour shortages. Discover the data and strategy.
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma suggests Hindu families have three children to counter demographic changes. Read his full statement and analysis.
Ahead of Assam's 2026 elections, BJP leaders frame the contest as a 'civilisational conflict' with Bangladeshi-origin Miya Muslims, centering on demographics and land. Read the full analysis.
As India eyes a $4 trillion GDP and 4th global rank in 2026, the article examines if economic growth translates to better lives, tackling air pollution, housing, and equitable development.
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
As marriage rates fall in China, a new 'singles economy' is driving demand for solo-friendly products and services, creating unexpected winners in retail, travel, and food. Discover the key trends.