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Back in black: In photos this week
The world never ceases to shadow us. These photos—casting a comforting shade, eclipsing the human stain—resonate beyond their description for a leisurely flip or a deep read this week
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Explained: Why AstraZeneca has withdrawn Covid-19 vaccine sales, and what it means for India
While the Serum Institute of India has not yet made any statements of withdrawal, experts say that eventually, all 'monovalent' vaccines, or those that deal with the original Wuhan strain of Covid-19, will be discontinued
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How India Eats: Non-veg thali cost slips, veg gets expensive in April
The decrease in broiler chicken prices has brought down the cost of the non-veg thali to Rs 56.3, compared to Rs 58.9 for the same month in 2023
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From Forbes World's Billionaires 2024 list debutant to the secret behind Rajasthan Royals' IPL success, here are our top stories of the week
Joy Alukkas' journey to becoming India's richest jeweller, looking at sustainability as a leadership challenge, Srikanth Bolla's extraordinary life story are some of the stories that piqued the interest of our readers this week
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International Workers Day: In celebration of hands that endeavour
Most of the world seeks decent work—labour that doesn't compromise on dignity, equality, a fair income that justifies ability and safe working conditions. Our blueprint for progress harnesses labour, 'the great human chain' that endeavours to raise, build, and make. These photos are a dedication to the contributions of working people everywhere
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From Lok Sabha elections 2024 to generative AI disrupting edtech, here are our top stories of the week
Rekha Jhunjhunwala's transformation, Reserve Bank of India's latest crackdown, need to build lasting inclusion at workplaces are some of the stories that piqued the interest of our readers this week
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Apple's iPhone exports from India have doubled, but component manufacturing needs to pick up
The US tech giant has come a long way in India, from a delayed launch of iPhones to a parallel launch. Now, to capture more market share, it needs to focus on manufacturing the components domestically
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MDH and Everest controversy: Why the kings of Indian masalas are under the scanner
Hong Kong and Singapore have recently banned a few masalas produced by these two Indian companies because of ethylene oxide contamination which has the potential to cause cancer. Everest says the reports are false, while MDH is yet to issue a statement
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AI was a factor for some of our layoffs, but not all: Duolingo
The popular language learning app recently laid off almost 10 percent of its contractor workforce, which news reports largely regarded as being replaced by artificial intelligence. However, the company tells Forbes India that that is one part of the story—and what its plans with AI are
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Uncharted Waters: In photos this week
The world never ceases to rouse us. These photos—doused in floodwaters, drowned by microplastic—resonate beyond their description for a leisurely flip or a deep read this week
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Clean Power: At 7 GW, India installs highest renewable energy sources in March
Total renewable energy installation reached 18.5 GW in FY24, 103 GW under construction