Policy

22 Apr 2021, 20:45

If the COVID-19 vaccine prices are too high for some, then why not use direct benefit transfer

Instead of allowing vaccine makers to charge customers different prices for the same vaccine, the government could offer subsidy for those who n...

29 Aug 2020, 18:58

There is enough data available to make policies effective and politics cleaner ⁠— and India's vibrant startups can help

As we achieve an equilibrium between tech-enabled governance solutions and policymaking spearheaded by our digital politicians, we may see the rise of virtual politicians.

17 May 2020, 13:25

India will reduce the number of central government companies⁠— some of them will get bigger and some will be sold to private players

India’s central public sector enterprises will exist only in ‘strategic sectors’ where the government role wi...

15 May 2020, 17:45

What is the Essential Commodities Act – the 65-year old act that FM Nirmala Sitharaman said will now be amended

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today announced that the government will make amends to the Essential Com...

28 Dec 2019, 14:08

Explained: How to link PAN CARD with Aadhaar

The last date to link PAN CARD with Aadhaar is 31st December 2019. However, to the masses, it is still unclear as to what the consquences of non-comp...

28 Nov 2019, 15:12

Here's what to expect from the new government in Maharashtra

Uddhav Thackeray will take oath as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra with support from Sharad Pawar's NCP and the Indian National Congress. The t...

27 Nov 2019, 16:33

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution - What are fundamental rights as per Article 15

India is a secular, democratic and republic nation that has created all the necessary provisions to safeguard the interests ...

27 Nov 2019, 15:00

What is Magnerga and how can one Enroll in the scheme

MGNREGA, also expanded as Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act is a scheme operated by the Central Government of India by revamping...

06 Nov 2019, 14:33

comparison between PPF vs LIC which is better

PPF and Life Insurance are completely dissimilar products. Since Life insurance protects your family in the unfortunate event of your death, it must ...

20 Oct 2019, 12:42

360 infra projects in India show cost overruns of ₹3.88 trillion

The average time overrun in 550 delayed projects is 39.24 months. However, the Ministry of Statistics report also said the number of delayed projects decreases to 474 if delay is calculated on the basis of latest schedule of completion.

09 Oct 2019, 10:47

RSS' Mohan Bhagawat calls lynching a 'Western construct' and shouldn't be used to defame India

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday said lynching is a "western construct" and should not be us...

02 Oct 2019, 10:00

India won’t be banning plastic — for now

India's ministry of environment has issued a notice telling states and UTs that there no nationwide ban on plastic but the country is planning eliminating single use plastic by 2022.

29 Sep 2019, 11:20

The Use and Reuse of Cooking Oil -- Disadvantages, Regulations and all you need to know

Repeated using and frying of edible oil leads to the formation of TPC (Total Polar Compound) which renders it unfit for huma...

28 Sep 2019, 05:00

What are Green Fuels that PM Modi talked about in his speech in UN?

Reassuring the country’s commitment to abide by the Paris Climate Agreement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced for the first time during his Ind...

28 Sep 2019, 04:30

How to download Aadhaar card

Aadhaar card is issued to every citizen of India. Aadhaar card is a very important document when it comes to proof of identity and address and is man...

28 Sep 2019, 04:00

How can we check PF balance through UAN Number

UAN refers to the Universal Account Number allotted to the subscribers of EPF scheme. When your employer pays the first contribution to your PF accou...

26 Sep 2019, 18:01

RBI allows PMC Bank customers to withdraw ₹10,000 over a period of six months from ₹1,000 earlier

Some relief for panic-stricken customers of Mumbai-based Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative Bank. The Reserve Bank of India...

24 Sep 2019, 16:26

Capgemini has five lessons to give India Inc on gender inclusivity

French multinational Capgemini is an exception. The technology major employs 200,000 people across 40 countries, half of whom are in India. In an int...

19 Sep 2019, 09:32

Indian economist questions the government’s decision to ban e-cigarettes

Shamika Ravi, a member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Council, said the decision didn’t have health or fiscal grounds. Fin...

18 Sep 2019, 16:03

Cabinet bans e-cigarettes which are 'harmful' and a 'style statement'

Indian Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has announced a ban on e-cigarettes in India. She said e-cigarettes are being u...

18 Sep 2019, 05:30

What is the difference between PPF and EPF

As investment instruments, PPF (Public Provident Fund) and EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) have a lot of things uncommon between them. Basically spea...

18 Sep 2019, 05:00

PPF Vs SIP: Which is better for investment?

Investment decisions must follow a careful analysis and informed knowledge so that we get the best results in line with our expectations. Here we com...