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Antibiotics Should Not Be Used In COVID Unless Suspicion Of Bacterial Infection: Centre

The revised guidelines issued by the Centre on Sunday stated that antibiotics should not be used for the treatment of adult coronavirus patients unless there is clinical suspicion of bacterial infection.

India Lacks Favourable Working Conditions For Women; Reflects In Workforce Participation Graph: Report

Economists say that India, as the home to the highest number of working-age people, must not only create more jobs but also foster employment conditions favourable to women for a progress that runs parallel to its economic growth.

Fatigue To Depression: COVID Complications Continue Among Patients 1 Year Post-Discharge

The National Clinical Registry of COVID-19 followed up with participants one-year post their discharge and reported that at least 11.9 per cent people reported symptoms such as dyspnea or shortness of breath and 9.3 per cent reported mental health concerns.

India Witnessed Significant Human Rights Violations In 2022: US Report

The mentioned report has been questioned by the Union government on the grounds of credibility and is currently suffering accusations of being just another of the many propagandas against India by the US government in the pursuit of subduing the country’s reputation in the worldview.

‘I Would Sneak In To Read’: Know About This Man’s Inspiring Journey To Harvard University

Expressing his gratitude for the opportunity he received as a panellist at the famed Harvard University, Garg took to Twitter to talk about his journey from sneaking into the library of Indian railways to speaking at the Harvard University.

Prioritising Well-Being! 88% Indians Would Give Up High-Paying Jobs For Mental Health, Says Survey

Sumeet Doshi, country manager at UKG India said, “The pandemic has revealed the importance of mental health and employees are now increasingly prioritising their mental health over a high-paying job."

More Than 50% MGNREGS Workers Deprived Of Pay Due To Aadhar-Based Payment System

"Aadhar-based Payment is such a complicated system that even many bankers fail to understand its functionality,” noted Indian economist Jean Drèze while criticising the new regulation.

Maharashtra: H3N2 Influenza Virus Claims Two More Lives; People Advised To Use Masks & Follow Social-Distancing

While seasonal flu alone has not proven to be life threatening, it can aggravate existing health concerns among vulnerable groups and could potentially lead to death. So far Maharashtra has reported 361 viral infection cases in regions of Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Aurangabad, Sangli and Kolhapur.

Centre Likely To Ban E-Pharmacies Over Patient Data Misuse; Top Companies To Take A Hit

E-pharmacies function in a way such that they collect area-wise patient data related to consumption of medicines and other health information. This puts patient safety at an immediate risk if necessary measures are not adopted.

Women Employees Ready To Take 10% Pay Cut For Flexible Job Environment & Supportive Management: Report

Firms that have prioritised gender equality have reported a positive revenue growth by about 19%. The IBM report suggests that the 'coveted female talent that contribute to revenue growth, could easily be lured away' if companies don’t address their needs.

Toronto Becomes First In Canada To Recognise Caste Discrimination In Schools

In a move to empower communities and provide students with a safer environment to study, Toronto District School Board trustee Yalini Rajakulasingam moved votes to recognise caste discrimination, seen prevalently among the area's South Asian diaspora.

‘Marinka Was A City’: Horrifying Images Show War-Hit Ukraine With No House Left Standing

Comparing war-struck Ukraine with Hiroshima and Syria, a political journalist posted a thought-provoking tweet on the war-inflicted damages.

‘BTech Pani Puri Wali’ : This 21-Yr-Old Entrepreneur Is Making Indian Street Food Healthy & Hygienic

"Age is just a number", says the 21-year-old B.Tech graduate, Tapsi Upadhyay, who started a pani puri stall with the aim of making street food healthier, hygienic, and affordable for people.

Can Couples Register Their Union Under Special Marriage Act, Even If Both Partners Are Not Indians?

The couple went to the high court last year because, despite having lived in the city for more than six months, they were unable to submit an online application for marriage registration since at least one applicant had to be an Indian citizen.

Challenges In Indian Hotel Acquisitions: Hurdles Faced In Expansion

Leveraged assets are, as the name implies, assets with extraordinarily high expenses that have been funded by debt. It should be noted that all hotel properties in Indiaare highly leveraged.

PF Amount Withdrawal For Home Loan Repayment, Step-by-Step Guide

Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is a social security plan that allows employees to save a small portion of their earnings for future benefits. This article will help you understand how you can withdraw the PF amount for home loan repayment.

Inclusive Working Spaces! India’s White-Collar Sector Sees 35% Increase In Job Openings For Women

Within a year, India's white-collar sector saw a 35% increase in the job openings for women. An increased workforce participation was noted among the women who had rejoined after dropping out of work during the pandemic to become full-time caregivers.

Tomorrow’s Leaders! For First Time, Women To Lead Top 4 Out Of 5 Best Global Universities

The Times Higher Education's (THE) Global University Rankings 2023 revealed that the top four out of five global universities - Oxford, Harvard, Cambridge, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, are to be led by women leaders.

Meet Captain Shaliza Dhami, First Woman In Indian Air Force To Command Combat Unit

On International Women's Day, meet Captain Shaliza Dhami, who will be commandeering the forces working in a critical branch of the armed forces. Flying toward equality in all terms, the Indian Air Forces will be welcoming their first ever woman officer to take up the frontline command role.

BTS: How Jeevansathi Disguised As An Event Management Team And Let Gatecrash A Jeevansathi Couple’s Real Wedding

Jeevansathi planned a special surprise for one of its Jeevansathi couples, a first in the history of Indian weddings.

Breaking Past Biases! Self-Limiting Beliefs Hold Back 50% Women From Leadership Roles, Says Study

Women's self-limiting biases stem from social and cultural conditioning, which builds a deep sense of inferiority about their abilities, talents, opportunities, and goals. This holds them back from several leadership roles and level-playing fields.

First Woman Officer Posted At World’s Highest Battlefield Aspires To See More Women Officers In Army

Stating that there is a level-playing field being set for all officers, with women being employed equally at par with their male counterparts, Captain Shiva conveyed that she hoped to see more women officers in the Indian Army.

Himachal Pradesh: Villagers Donate Land & Funds To Build Road After Requesting Govt Officials For Years

After repeatedly taking requests to the officials for a decent road, villagers of Lambloo, Ghumarin and Gumar have taken things into their own hands. From donating their lands to bringing in a JCB machine, the villagers tackled govt apathy by themselves.

‘World’s First!’ Bamboo Crash Barriers Installed On Maharashtra Highway

Claiming it to be the first-of-its-kind initiative in the world, Union minister Nitin Gadkari tweeted about the bamboo crash barriers installed on Maharashtra highway. The barriers provide an eco-friendly alternative to the steel instalments.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.