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Labour reforms finally coming to India: Shivraj Chouhan liberates industry, after agri privatisation

In a major announcement today, Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan has proclaimed that new registration and license for companies, shops, etc, in MP will be done in one day, compared to 30 days.




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Helping migrant workers: From clearing pending wages to providing food, govt must step up vigilance

The economic and social fallout of COVID 19 is huge on these migrant workers. The immediate wage loss and uncertainty painted by the gloomy economic prospects further worsens their situation.




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India moves big labour law changes to limit coronavirus impact; UP, MP, Punjab, others make these changes

The latest move by the UP government has exempted businesses from the purview of almost all the labour laws for the next three years.




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Haryana offers reward to move away from water guzzling crops, but is it good enough for farmers?

Haryana has started to take steps towards solving the age-old water problem with the state disincentivizing sowing of water-intensive paddy crops.




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In Modi’s quest to woo foreign companies into India from China, these products may be flag bearers

In consumer goods, the textile and clothing sector; food products; and crop and animal production have the highest comparative advantage in India.




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Record excise duty hike on petrol, diesel unlikely to boost economic growth, help bridge fiscal gap, warns report

The record excise duty hike on petrol and diesel will not help the government bridge the fiscal gap as planned, nor will it help boost economic growth as consumption demand will further be crippled, warns a report. Despite crude prices trading at a two decades low, the government had earlier this week hiked excise duty […]




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Gujarat joins UP, MP, other states in easing labour laws; new projects get major relief 

Gujarat has joined the league of states announcing labour reforms by exempting new projects from provisions of labour laws.




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Are India’s labour law reforms only a gift for factories, or will workers benefit too?

The new labour reforms will promote ease of doing business in the state. however, it is crucial that companies safeguard the interests and wellbeing of the labourers.




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Coronavirus pushes govt to increase borrowing by half; here’s how much centre will borrow this year

The government has decided to borrow Rs 12 lakh cr in the current fiscal, compared to Rs 7.8 lakh cr earlier. 




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Twenty states getting ready for launch of ration card portability from June 1: Ram Vilas Paswan

Food Secretary Sudhanshu Pandey said already intra-state ration card portability is being used, but the transactions are not significant.




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New Rules for Hong Kong work Visas

The Hong Kong Immigration Department has made it clear that it is currently refusing applications/application visa renewals from Indian workers and other foreign immigrants who have changed their contracts too much without any legitimate reason.In a…




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Hong Kong man arrested for human trafficking

A recent incident where a Hong Kong citizen forced his maid to travel abroad with him has opened up a wide discussion on the issue of human trafficking. The outcome of the incident has seen a rather curious scenario develop, wherein Hong Kong holidaymakers…




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Hong Kong announces the first phase of visa sanctions for Philippines

Hong Kong announces the first phase of visa sanctions for PhilippinesAmbassadorial passport holders and the government officials of Philippines will not be able to visit Hong Kong without a visa effective February 5, 2014. This was announced by the Hong…




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Hong Kong proposes Tax on Mainland China's visitors

Leung Chun-Ying, Hong Kong's Chief Executive, has opposed the plan to impose an entry tax for the foreigners who are entering the territories by land.Two democratic parties of Hong Kong had proposed US$ 13 tax to restrict the inflow of mainland tourists.There…




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Hong Kong airport identifies 1,181 forged travel documents over past 3 years

On 09th, April 2014, Hong Kong's city government has said that around 1,181 travel documents have been identified as forged at the International Airport of Hong Kong over the previous 3 years.Lai Tung kwok, Hong Kong's Secretary for Security has said…




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Hong Kong prepares itself for the anticipated heavy rush of passengers during the festive season

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region ‘s (HKSASR’s) is estimating that about 4.89 million travelers will transit through its air,  sea and land control points during the coming Labour Day and Buddha's Birthday festival season (from May…




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Hong Kong announces visa requirement for Central African Republic nationals

Hong Kong’s immigration department has announced that Central African Republic nationals will have to acquire a visa to enter Hong Kong for any purpose of visit with effect from 21 July 2014.  From the beginning, Hong Kong has followed a progressive…




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Rise in quota of Hong Kong - Germany Working Holiday Scheme

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has decided to work with the Government of Germany to additionally increase the yearly quota from 150 to 300 under Hong Kong Working Holiday Scheme for Germany. Germany has grown popular as…




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E-Channel facility for Singaporeans entering Hong Kong

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore announced that Singaporeans whose age is 11 or above will be able to clear immigration at faster pace in Hong Kong.Individuals holding Singapore passports and have traveled Hong Kong for at…




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Hong Kong visa is essential for the nationals of the Republic of Yemen

The Department of Immigration has announced on September 22 that the nationals of the Republic of Yemen need to attain a visa to enter Hong Kong, including the transit passengers from September 29th.In the present scenario, the nationals of the Republic…




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Hong Kong to roll out pilot scheme for luring talent

The Hong Kong immigration department rolls out a new talent admission pilot proposal for second-generation Hongkongers on 04 May 2015, along with the improved versions of numerous programs that are presently in place to attract overseas nationals.Individuals…




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Hong Kong doubles the working visa quota for Irish nationals

The government of Hong Kong has agreed and decided to double the number of work visas for the citizens of Ireland from next year on wards.With this announcement, a total number of eligible people for the scheme of working holiday of Hong Kong and Ireland…




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Hong Kong seeks foreign talent as its working population shrinks

The Government of Hong Kong is increasing its efforts to attract foreign talent, including the mainland China’s professionals, as working population of the city is supposed to get shrink in the year 2018.The Immigration Director, Chan Kwok-ki said…




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Govt to deploy central teams for 10 states that have witnessed or are witnessing high COVID-19 cases

The teams are being sent to Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.




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After lockdown 3.0, more or end? Another lockdown will lead to a complete collapse of economy that is already tottering

The colour-zoning of India (red, orange and green) and the limited relaxations with several caveats have not helped re-start economic activity.




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Celebrate the night: Let’s indulge in some night sky gazing – thank lockdown for it

The lockdown has led to less pollution and clear skies. So why not indulge in some night sky gazing?




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Book Review: Al Arabian Novel Factory – A gripping tale which symbolises brutal societies and ruthless regimes

Al Arabian Novel Factory is the sequel to Jasmine Days, the story of young radio jockey Sameera Parvin, an immigrant in the city from Pakistan, and her guitar-playing colleague Ali Fardan.




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Book Review: Stop Reading the News – A Manifesto for a Happier, Calmer and Wiser Life

A cautionary note on the heavy deluge of unnecessary knowledge that surrounds us.




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Tamil Nadu forms panel under ex-RBI Guv Rangarajan to advise measures to bring economy back on track

The committee will include industry veterans like Venu Srinivasan, chairman, TVS motor company, N Srinivasan, vice-chairman & MD, India cements and A Vellayan, former chairman of Murugappa group.




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ICICI Bank’s Q4 net below estimate; Rs 1,221 crore in March quarter

ICICI Bank reported a 26% year-on-year (y-o-y) rise in net profit to Rs 1,221 crore in the March quarter, which was below the street’s estimates.




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Inside Track: Why Mamata Banerjee is wary of Prashant Kishor’s alleged BJP links

It is unclear whether Kishor will stay on in the state. Some Trinamool leaders and an advertising agency owner perceive him as a threat.




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Tesla CEO Elon Musk threatens to exit California over virus restrictions

On Twitter, Musk also threatened to sue over Alameda County Health Department coronavirus restrictions that have stopped Tesla from restarting production its factory in Fremont south of San Francisco.




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COVID-19: Barack Obama lashes out at Donald Trump in call with supporters

Obama also reacted to the Justice Department dropping its criminal case against Trump's first national security adviser, Michael Flynn, saying he worried that the basic understanding of rule of law is at risk.




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US approves new coronavirus antigen test with fast results

The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday announced emergency authorization for antigen tests developed by Quidel Corporation of San Diego. The test can rapidly detect fragments of virus proteins in samples collected from swabs swiped inside the nasal cavity, the FDA said in a statement.




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BJP against introduction of creamy layer provision for SC-ST people, says Sushil Modi

The central government headed by Narendra Modi is committed to protect the rights of SCs and STs, he said and expressed support to the demand of the states SC and ST MLAs to include "reservation" meant for them in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution so that they cannot be challenged in courts.




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Reopenings bring new cases in South Korea, virus fears in Italy

The new flareups and fears of a second wave of contagion underscored the dilemma authorities face as they try to reopen their economies.




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Coronavirus Updates Live: Five Air India pilots test positive; 381 new COVID-19 cases in Delhi

Coronavirus cases in India live news:




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Happy Mothers Day 2020: Is your mother eating right? Time to prioritize mother’s nutrition and health

Remember how your mother would present you with a grand illusion of a yummy mouthwatering dish only to have you find out later that it was filled with healthy ingredients you wouldn’t eat otherwise?




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Happy Mother’s Day 2020: Mothers are precious and need to be cherished for ‘Supohit Bharat’

Mothers play a critical role in ensuring the health, nutrition, and overall well being of the entire family.




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Coronavirus Pandemic: How to keep up mental well-being in the times of Covid19

Maintaining social distancing and self-hygiene are the only options we have in the present fettle in trying to curb the COVID-19 menace which indeed is proving prolific.




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Coronavirus vaccine: Indian, US firms team up! Working on at least three COVID-19 vaccines

Ambassador Sandhu also expressed some of the cooperation the US government has shown in the evacuation effort by the Indian government for its citizens stranded in the US post the lockdown across the world.




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Indian, Chinese troops clash near Naku La in Sikkim sector

The troops disengaged after dialogue at the local level, they said.




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NDMA issues guidelines for restarting industrial activities to avoid Vizag-type tragedy

In a communication to all states and union territories, the NDMA said due to several weeks of lockdown and the closure of industrial units, it is possible that some of the operators might not have followed the established standard operating procedures.




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Reliance, Bharti Airtel close trading week with gains; Eight of top-10 firms lose Rs 2.50 lakh crore in m-cap

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) took the sharpest knock, with its valuation plunging Rs 45,535.19 crore to Rs 7,10,514.04 crore. 




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Mothers’s Day: Home and beyond, finding a partner for the pandemic

Her mother was at the door just as she had imagined but instead of a 'thali' was a hand sanitiser! ''Good hygiene is a blessing in times of coronavirus, my mother told me,'' laughed the 37-year-old.




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Navratna Oil signs Salman Khan as the new brand ambassador

The brand has released a new television commercial featuring the actor




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Working capital loan sanctions doubled, banks contacted 95% eligible firms for credit: FM Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman’s office on Thursday had tweeted that PSBs sanctioned loans worth Rs 5.66 lakh crore for over 41.81 lakh accounts in MSME, retail, agriculture and corporate sectors during March-April 2020.




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Social distancing while making films and in movies? Insiders wonder how to make it work

Bollywood, after all, has always been about people, whether on screen or off it, in front of the camera or behind it, say industry insiders as they grapple with the uncertainties of life and work after lockdown and contemplate the dimensions of a radical makeover.




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Liquor sale during lockdown: Liquor stockpile worth Rs 3,000 crore with restaurants, hotels! Urge state administration to permit sale

Last week, the Supreme Court also advised the state governments to consider the online sale or non-direct contact and home delivery of the same.




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Delhi University hostel eviction: Modi govt intervenes, says Northeast students need not to vacate

Delhi University news: The North Eastern Students House for Women has a capacity of around 100. However, 13 students are currently staying because they are unable to leave due to lockdown.