Yamaha launches 150cc FZ-X leisure rider at Rs 1.17 lakh; specs, features here

India Yamaha Motor Private Limited has added the new Yamaha FZ-X to its 150cc FZS line-up of bikes. The 2021 FZ-X is Yamaha’s neo-retro scrambler based on the FZ series motorcycles comprising two other models. Yamaha has priced the new FZ-X in India starting at Rs 1.17 lakh, while the Bluetooth-equipped variant…

Infosys AGM: Nandan Nilekani says tech-giant hired 19,230 graduates in India

IT major Infosys recruited 19,230 graduates in India and 1,941 outside India to serve the burgeoning demand for digital acceleration, Nandan Nilekani, Chairman of Infosys said on Saturday.”We continue to strengthen our talent pool by recruiting 19,230 graduates in India and 1,941 outside India to serve our…

The importance of up-skilling blue-collar workers in the new normal

India is a country with a large number of blue-collar workers, estimated at around 300 million. While skilling and development programs are widely implemented for the white-collar staff; there is a lack of structured training programs and institutes available for the blue-collar workforce. Since the incorporation of…

Government must fear inflation more than RBI

The release of the minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee shows that at least two members are very worried about inflation.Jayant Verma a vocal external member of the MPC writes: “Indian inflation rates have been consistently well above the midpoint of the tolerance zone for an extended period and are forecast to…

Tamil Nadu extends lockdown till June 28, follows tier-based system to allow relaxation | All you need to know

The Tamil Nadu government has decided to extend lockdown in the state until June 28, following consultations with medical experts. However, some Covid-19 restrictions have been eased in certain districts. TIER-BASED SYSTEM Districts in Tamil Nadu have been divided into three tiers. Teir-1 comprises 11 districts…

Virus mutation beyond control, Covid-appropriate behaviour needed to avoid next wave: AIIMS doctor

With many states easing Covid-related restrictions and crowds returning to markets, the threat of a third Covid-19 wave looms large on the country. Dr Neeraj Nischal, Assistant Professor Department of Medicine at Delhi AIIMS, has said while we cannot control further mutations in the Covid-19 virus, Covid-appropriate…

Best-dressed celebs weekly list: Kareena, Vidya, Shweta, and others impress with their fashion picks

There is a reason why we are in awe of B-Town and telly world celebs; for the diverse goals that they have to offer. Apart from working hard to be on top of the game, we also love stars for the fashionistas that they are. Last week was a busy one for celebs both indoors and outdoors. With their many fashion outings, we…

Central agencies harassing us, better to align with BJP: Sena MLA to Maha CM Thackeray

Shiv Sena MLA Pratap Sarnaik in a letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has asked him to align the party with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to save the party members from being harassed by central investigation agencies. Pratap Sarnaik wrote, “My personal opinion is that it is better to be…

12th board markings: Is the new formula fair to students?

The criteria of assessment in the wake of the cancellation of the examination has evoked a mixed reaction from the students and guardians. Some consider it to be fair enough whereas some feel that it may not reflect the true academic calibre of the student. As marks for class 11th and 12th internal assessments are…

National Reading Day India 2021: A day in honour of P.N. Panicker, Know how this day gets celebrated

The country will celebrate National Reading Day India 2021 today, on June 19, 2021. National Reading Day is an annual event that falls on the death anniversary of PN Panicker, the man behind the ‘Library Movement in Kerala’. Today is the 26th edition of National Reading Day. The P N Panicker Foundation has…