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Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Explained: Why the coronavirus ‘R’ number needs to watched closely
If the number is greater than 1, the disease could spin out of control again.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Why Kerala’s rising Covid-19 cases may not be the start of India’s third wave of infections
Experts attribute the recent spike to the relaxation of lockdown restrictions and the rise of the more transmissible Delta variant in the state.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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How Covid-19 pandemic has put India’s children at risk of abuse, exploitation and marriage
The country needs a nationwide campaign to protect its children from the economic and social consequences of lockdowns and loss of caregivers, say experts.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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BJP’s street-fighters in coastal Karnataka want a share in power
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Lok Sabha polls: Ladakh MP rallies supporters after BJP drops him from candidate list
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‘Supporter of BJP met me’: Surat candidates on the various reasons they withdrew from the election
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What the social media pleas to adopt Covid-19 orphans fail to mention
The appeals are illegal.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Indian companies must revise their HR policies for the employees suffering from ‘Long Covid’
The virus can leave debilitating and lingering after-effects that can impair productivity at work.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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More Indian children are getting infected with coronavirus in the second wave
Most of them have mild symptoms and even the rare severe cases are treatable, say doctors.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Should governments provide cash incentives to women for their unpaid domestic work?
Experts say that such a policy, despite being well-intentioned, might further entrench existing gender norms that confine women to the house.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Policies meant to reduce gender discrimination can have the opposite effect in India
If cultural norms are not taken into consideration, the backlash from a patriarchal society can result in unintended consequences for women.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Eight years on, India’s law to prevent workplace sexual harassment is marred by poor data collection
While many women in formal employment can take advantage of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act, many who work in informal jobs have no such access.
Anoo Bhuyan, IndiaSpend.com & Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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Explainer: Why Budget 2021 is crucial for public school education in India
The country spent only 3.1% of its GDP on education in 2019-’20 against the 6% recommended by every national policy since 1968.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Why some Indian states are struggling to deal simultaneously with TB and Covid-19
Preliminary studies show a 0.37% to 4% prevalence of TB among coronavirus disease patients in India.
Shreya Khaitan, IndiaSpend.com
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Hurt by financial instability, many Indians will choose public schools over private schools in 2021
Experts make predictions for the education sector in the new year.
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The Field
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller
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Boxing: Preeti to headline India’s 50-member squad for Asian U-22 & Youth Boxing Championship