Kathmandu, Feb 3 (IANS) Nepal’s interim government on Tuesday decided to withdraw the Social Media Bill registered in Parliament by the then K P Sharma Oli–led government, which had been widely criticised for seeking to curtail freedom of expression. The decision comes amid memories of the Gen Z–led protests against the ban on social media imposed by the Oli administration in September last year. Those protests eventually escalated into broader anti-corruption demonstrations, leading to th…
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New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday heaped praise on the ‘bhajan clubbing’ trend, started by the Gen Z, and said that it was “heartening” to see that the dignity and purity of the devotional songs are maintained at events like these.He mentioned that even though the platform is modern, a continuous sense of spirituality is experienced there.In the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “In our country, bhajans and kirtans have been…
Mumbai, Jan 21 (IANS) Actor Jaaved Jaaferi, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film ‘Mayasabha’, has spoken up on the changes in the industry. The actor spoke with IANS during the promotions of ‘Mayasabha’, and shared insights into the changes that he has seen in the industry in his career of over 4 decades. Jaaved has worked across different roles in the industry, and he feels that the industry is driven by changes like everything else in this world.When asked if he has s…
Kathmandu, Jan 20 (IANS) India on Tuesday handed over more than 60 double-cab pickup vehicles and other supplies to Nepal to help prepare for the elections scheduled for March 5. This marks the first tranche of election-related assistance from India, handed over to Nepal’s Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal at a formal ceremony, the Indian Embassy said in a statement on Tuesday. The Indian government will provide around 650 vehicles for the upcoming elections, which will be delivered in separate b…
New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) About 95 per cent of workers in India reported being confident in their skills, yet only 64 per cent noted being satisfied with their jobs, according to a report on Tuesday.The report by ManpowerGroup India, based on responses from over 1,000 workers in India, reveals a complex landscape of employee well-being, job satisfaction, and confidence in the rapidly evolving world of work.The findings revealed that the workers in India report the highest levels of skills and con…
New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Gen Z is redefining what a smartphone means in everyday life. For this generation, a phone is no longer just a gadget, but a reflection of identity, creativity, and how they live. From bold looks to thoughtful details, Gen Z values design that feels real, expressive, and comfortable to use, placing as much importance on style and feel as on performance.It is this shift in mindset that has influenced how brands think about design. realme has been responding to this change…
Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) Popular singer Honey Singh has apologised after facing backlash for his viral remark “Gaadi mein s** karo, Dilli ki thand mein” during a concert in Delhi. On Thursday, Jan 15, he released a video and a written note to express his apology through his social media handle.In his video message, Honey Singh claimed that his remark had been edited and misrepresented.A few minutes later, he shared a written statement, stating, “I wish to address a video of mine that is curre…
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Hitting out at the policy paralysis of the previous governments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the Gen Z’s commitment to develop India through creativity and urged young innovators to show a bigger risk-taking appetite. Addressing participants of Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, he said, “Young innovators should move ahead with the mindset of taking bigger risks. The government is with you, and you may not need to take a backward step.”Speaking…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Equity mutual fund (MF) inflows stood at Rs 28,054 crore in the month of December as systematic investment plans (SIPs) scaled a fresh record high last month, according to the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) data released on Friday.The monthly mutual fund SIP inflows reached a new record high in December at Rs 31,002 crore, compared to Rs 29,445 crore in November. The SIP investments rose by 5 per cent and 17 per cent on a monthly and yearly basis, respectivel…
New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) More than 90 per cent professionals in India plan to use artificial intelligence (AI) to search for jobs in 2026, according to a report on Thursday.The report by professional network platform LinkedIn showed that AI has moved from a productivity aid to a confidence-builder for Indian job seekers, with 66 per cent believing that AI boosts their interview confidence.Amid the rise of AI in the hiring process, rapidly shifting skill requirements for today’s jobs, and an inc…