The labour codes aim to simplify and consolidate India’s complex labour law framework. India’s new labour codes have introduced a structured distinction between the terms “employee” and “worker”. While all workers are employees, not all employees are workers. This distinction is more than just terminology – it determines the applicability of several statutory benefits and…
KKR wins toss, opt to field (Image: IPL) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 6th match of IPL 2026. While left-arm wrist spinner Shivang Kumar came in for SRH, KKR chose to stick with the same playing XI, banking on continuity after a…
MPSC: The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released specimen answer booklet for various traditional and descriptive examinations. Candidates can now download these sample answer booklets from the official website at mpsc.gov.in.According to the official notice, the specimen answer booklets have been uploaded to help candidates understand the format used in MPSC descriptive exams. These…
The TOI correspondent from Washington: The prime-time address was intended to reassure an anxious nation and steady jittery markets; instead, U.S President Donald Trump on Wednesday underscored the deep contradictions at the heart of his war in Iran, declaring that American objectives were “nearing completion” even as he threatened an intensification of military action.The speech,…
Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Thursday confirmed that India will be involved in talks, on opening the Strait of Hormuz, hosted bu UK.“The UK side has invited several countries, which also include India, for talks on the Strait of Hormuz. From our side, the Foreign Secretary is…
A 7-month-old baby girl was fatally struck by a stray bullet in Brooklyn on Wednesday afternoon, sparking outrage and grief as chilling surveillance footage captured the moment her mother realised the tragedy.The infant, identified as Kaori Patterson-Moore, was in a stroller with her parents near the intersection of Humboldt and Moore Streets in Williamsburg when…
The government has asked oil refineries to divert part of the feedstock used for cooking gas (LPG) towards petrochemical units, as industries grapple with acute raw material shortages triggered by supply disruptions amid the West Asia conflict, according to PTI.The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on April 1 directed refiners to allocate a portion…
Mustafizur Rahman and IPL logo NEW DELHI: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman’s sudden ouster from Kolkata Knight Riders has been termed “unfortunate” by IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal. Mustafizur, who was bought for Rs 9.5 crore ahead of the 2026 season, was released following instructions from the BCCI, sparking backlash and wider controversy. Watch Mike Hussey…
American officeImage credit: Canva Walking into a local coffee shop or checking in at a hotel, you might be greeted by a cashier or front desk clerk who spent years earning a college degree, sometimes a master’s. It’s not unusual anymore. According to a new report by MyPerfectResume, the US workforce is experiencing a dramatic…
Gwyneth Paltrow became a major force in lifestyle and wellness entrepreneurship by founding a company focused on health, beauty, fashion, and personal well-being. What started as a curated content-driven venture grew into a larger business selling products, offering advice, and shaping conversations around modern wellness. The company built a distinct identity by mixing luxury, self-care,…