Gen Z does not want ‘work from home,’ says report: What disadvantages is the current workforce facing?
In an era where digital connectivity dominates every aspect of life, one might assume that Generation Z, the first cohort to grow up entirely in the internet age, would embrace fully remote work without hesitation. Yet, a recent Gallup report disrupts this narrative, revealing that the youngest professionals are the least likely to favor entirely […]
Monalisa, Raju Kalakar, Ranu Mondal: Viral sensations who ruled social media—and what they’re doing today |
Viral fame can be fleeting, as seen with overnight sensations like Monalisa Bhonsle, Raju Kalakar, Bhuban Badyakar, Sahdev Dirdo, and Ranu Mondal. While a single viral clip catapulted them into the spotlight, sustaining a career proved challenging. Some, like Monalisa, are venturing into acting, while others, like Bhuban, faced legal hurdles. In an industry where […]
‘Bharat steps up efforts to be product nation’: Ashwini Vaishnaw lauds India’s semiconductor push; encourages startups in chip design
India’s push to build its own semiconductor ecosystem got a boost after Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw praised the progress in chip manufacturing, calling it an important step towards becoming a “product nation”.Taking to X on Monday, Vaishnaw cited a media report while highlighting the importance of homegrown chipsets in India’s […]
‘Best one’: Zelenskyy says he had a ‘very good conversation’; European leaders thank Trump
Trump and Zelenskyy pose for a group photo with European leaders before heading for their meeting. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a “very good conversation” with US President Donald Trump ahead of their multilateral meeting with other European leaders.“I think that we had a very good conversation with President Trump,” he said. “We […]
Projector in a tablet? Blackview Active 12 Pro 5G review
Much like smartphones, most tablets nowadays have settled on a uniform look. Regardless of the manufacturer, you’re getting an aluminum unibody chassis with flat sides and thin display bezels. But the rugged tablet scene is different and Blackview’s latest offering is the epitome of this crazy sub-genre. The BlackView Active 12 Pro 5G tablet is […]
US stocks open flat, focus on retail earnings and Jackson Hole summit
Wall Street’s main indexes were subdued at the open on Monday, in a quiet start to a week packed with corporate earnings reports from major retailers and the Federal Reserve’s annual symposium in Jackson Hole. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 17.0 points, or 0.04%, at the open to 44,963.17. The S&P 500 fell 4.8 […]
‘If it means going to jail, so be it’: Air Canada union chief vows to fight; strike enters third day despite back-to-work order
Air Canada employees and union members protest outside the Air Canada headquarters in Montreal. (AP) The strike by over 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants entered its third day on Monday, leaving hundreds of thousands of passengers stranded amid the peak summer travel season. The Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) had declared the stoppage illegal and […]
Chicago’s Black Students Success Plan: Why is the Trump administration investigating it?
In February 2025, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) rolled out the Black Student Success Plan, a sweeping five-year program aimed at confronting racial disparities in education. Mandated by a 2023 Illinois law, the plan sought to ensure Black students achieve academic parity with their peers and addressed representation, discipline, and curriculum inclusivity.The plan set ambitious targets: […]
20 years of Parineeta: Vidya Balan and Rekha’s warm hug and kiss steal the spotlight at the re-release event |
Parineeta’s 20th-anniversary celebration brought Bollywood stars together, including Rekha and Vidya Balan, honoring the film’s legacy. The re-release event showcased memorable moments, such as Vidya Balan performing Dhunuchi Naach and Rekha kissing the film’s poster. The movie, an adaptation of a Bengali novella, is known for its exploration of love, class divides, and soulful music. […]
IDFC First Bank to give choice of Rupay, Mastercard in Indigo co-branded card
MUMBAI: IndiGo and IDFC FIRST Bank have launched a co-branded credit card that will be available on both Mastercard and RuPay networks, offering customers wider acceptance and flexibility, including the ability to make UPI payments through RuPay.The IndiGo IDFC FIRST Credit Card is aimed at frequent travelers and comes with accelerated rewards on IndiGo bookings […]