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In 1938, a patent clerk rubbed sulfur onto a metal plate and copied a few words in a borrowed lab: It led to the foundation of xerographyChester Carlson invented xerography in 1938. This innovation allowed for quick document copying without retyping. Major corporations initia...
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costsNations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel co...
Price shocks from the Iran war power solar sales in energy-hungry AsiaIran war news: Soaring fuel prices due to the Iran war are pushing consumers in Asia towards rooftop solar power. In the Philippines, insta...
From India to China, a look at what governments worldwide are doing to shield households from rising energy costsGovernments globally are implementing diverse strategies to mitigate soaring energy costs stemming from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Measu...
Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM: Here's what TVK promised ahead of Assembly pollsTamil actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has taken charge as Tamil Nadu's new government. Vijay is now the Chief Minister. The ...
Election cash doles may trigger short-term consumption boost in apparel, smartphones, liquor: CEOsCash handouts from recent state elections are expected to boost spending on items like apparel, smartphones, and electronics. Consumers, es...
Hindu votes, Modi ki guarantee: 10 big trends that decode Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Kerala assembly electionsAssembly election results saw the BJP secure victories in West Bengal and Assam, while Tamil Nadu witnessed a surprising debut by Thalapath...
Can West Bengal reclaim its economic glory? A look at the challenges and hopesWest Bengal once led India's economy but lost its way due to industrial issues and policy uncertainty. A recent election signals a public d...
PM Modi's poll gains point to push on India's civil law reform, infrastructurePrime Minister Narendra Modi's party is poised for significant wins in state elections. These victories could speed up the implementation o...
TVK Manifesto: Here’s what Thalapathy Vijay promised for women, farmers, youth and others ahead of Tamil Nadu elections. Read full manifesto hereTVK Manifesto: Tamil actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is making a strong debut in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026...
The delimitation debate reflects our inability to eschew the politics of handouts, caste and ethnicityIndia faces a critical juncture as a proposed constitutional amendment fails. This highlights a growing divide between economically prosper...
Free cash everywhere! States' election win pitch with Maha freebies comes with big budget burdenThe Delhi government's proposed ₹1,000 monthly stipend for women faces financial hurdles. The Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana (MMMSY) co...
Resilient rural demand may aid India’s economy, Citigroup saysRural unemployment rate has fallen from a peak of 26% in the first week of May to around 7.3% in the week ending June 21, which is near the...
India Congress party's income plan short on funding detailsCongress' minimum income plan is short on details on what it means for the nation’s fiscal consolidation path.
View: Cash handouts will allow governments to get away with bad governanceThe trend has continued: even in in this age govt gives away small amounts and calls it good governance.
Salman Khurshid denies he attacked Supreme Court, Election CommissionThe minister said university lectures were not government handouts but an attempt to analyse and engage in wholesome debate.
American Embassy school under scanner for visa, tax violationsAs per the news report, the handout notes that India has placed restrictions on the number of tax-free visas available to school employees.
Arun Maira slams Food Security Ordinance as unsustainable"Government should focus on creating more jobs and more employment as the way to inclusion rather than hand-outs,” Arun Maira said.
Government's handout to push sales of low-cost Tablet PCs like AakashSeveral govts are lining up huge orders for low-cost tablets to either meet the computing needs of their staff or, in what is seen as a qua...