With the rupee depreciating about 7-8 per cent year to date and almost touching 80 against the US dollar, parents of students who are heading for foreign shores for higher education could be forced to shell out more.
Like dengue, yellow fever, and chikungunya, Zika also is a mosquito-borne infection. Watch this video to know all about the virus.
The Minions have appealed to the masses since their debut in 2010. Watch the video to know what makes them so popular and how 'brand' Minions continues to grow >
Have you wondered why the thermometer or Google says it's 35 degrees celsius, but you feel like it's 40 degrees? Watch this video to know about 'real-feel' temperature >
Pensions accounted for a third of the revenue expenditure on defence. The pension bill is rising for other parts of the government, too. Watch the video to know more >
Home-grown smartphone maker Lava on July 7 launched the Blaze smartphone. The made in India smartphone boasts glossy glass profile on the back cover. Powered by the MediaTek Helio processor, the Lava Blaze boots Android 12 operating system with no ads and bloatware. Here are the phone’s specifications: Lava Blaze: Specifications Construction: Glass and plastic Storage: 64GB RAM: 3GB Operating System: Android 12 Rear camera: 13MP + 2MP + 2MP Front camera: 8MP Battery: 5000 mAh Screen: 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD Processor: 2.0GHz MediaTek Helio Ports: USB-C, 3.5mm Colours: Red, Blue, Black, Green #LavaBlaze #LavaMobiles #BSTech
Did you forget to submit the rent receipts to your employer and are you now worried whether the HRA in your Form 16 will be considered taxable? There's a way out for you.
Single-use plastic is now banned in India, starting 1st July. People found to be flouting the ban can be fined under the Environment Protection Act 1986, which permits jail of up to five years, or a penalty of up to Rs 1 lakh, or both. Take a look at the items being banned and understand why it's so crucial
The Goods and Service Tax regime is now five years old in India. Over the years, it has changed drastically. Take a look at some changes in the tax rates >
TDS on crypto, Aadhaar-PAN linking penalty: Take a look at 5 changes that will come into effect from July 1 >
The Goods and Service Tax regime is now five years old in India. Over the years, it has changed drastically. Understand the hits, misses and challenges ahead for India's most ambitious tax regime >
The two-day meeting of the GST Council concluded on June 29 without any decision on extending compensation to states by 5 years. Here are key takeaways from the GST Council meeting >
The US isn't the only country in the world to ban abortion. Laws around the world vary; in some countries, abortion is available to women on request, in others it is totally outlawed. >
Why does Assam get flooded every year? Take a look at some of the factors that lead to it and possible solutions > >
Watch this video to see a whole new world of the metaverse fashion show >
In this interview with Sanjay Kumar Singh of Business Standard, Avinash Luthria discusses how a new investor can build a simple, low-cost portfolio that will serve her well over the long term >
In this video, we explain key terms you must know if you plan to buy a home >
The Agnipath scheme for short-term recruitment in the Armed Forces has triggered widespread protests in Bihar, Jammu, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Telangana, and several other states >
World Day Against Child Labour 2022: Watch the video to know what Kailash Satyarthi has to say >
World Environment Day 2022: Did you know that fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world? Watch the video to know about 'Waste Couture' and what you can do about it > > >