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Weak enforcement, market distortions weaken tobacco tax system

Dhaka, Nov. 23 -- Experts on Saturday said Bangladesh's tobacco tax system is failing to curb consumption not because taxes are low on paper, but because enforcement gaps, market distortions and an ou... Read More


Moti Mahal: The enigmatic pearl palace on the banks of Gomti

India, Nov. 23 -- Whenever 'Moti Mahal' comes up in a conversation among the residents of Lucknow, the usual response often centres around it being just a lawn for hosting banquets. Many overlook its ... Read More


On bagless day, schools switch to hands-on learning

LUCKNOW, Nov. 23 -- Laughter, games, and hands-on learning replaced textbooks and heavy school bags in government upper primary schools across Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, as students of Classes 6 to 8 ... Read More


Beyond barricades: Voice, space, power

India, Nov. 23 -- When the red-brick corridors of Panjab University (PU) echo with chants instead of lectures, it feels like more than a campus disturbance. The university, that grand old institution ... Read More


Nov 26: Another turbulent day as PU groups, farmers plan mega stir

Chandigarh, Nov. 23 -- Chandigarh is bracing for a day of severe disruptions on November 26, with two major mobilisations - the fifth anniversary march of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and a complet... Read More


Vice-Prez postpones maiden visit to PU

Chandigarh, Nov. 23 -- Vice-President of India CP Radhakrishnan, who is the Chancellor of Panjab University, has cancelled his maiden visit to the varsity amid the ongoing senate election protest. The... Read More


A third of Mumbaiites have poor public transport access: IIT study

Mumbai, Nov. 23 -- Nearly one in three Mumbaiites-about 3.95 million people, or 31.8% of the city's population-live in areas with poor access to public transport, according to a recent study by the ci... Read More


Mahakumbh: GIS Showcases Talent, Tradition and 6,000 Student Voices

India, Nov. 23 -- Gaurs International School (GIS), Gaur City, showcased Mahakumbh, Confluence of Talent & Tradition at Delhi's Kamani Auditorium, where Senior Wing students presented mythological and... Read More


Kuldeep's triple strike gives hosts late relief and slender edge on opening day

Guwahati, Nov. 23 -- On a day the Ashes opener at Perth hurtled to one of the quickest finishes in the history of the game, South Africa and India turned back the clock by playing Test cricket in as o... Read More


Davis Cup: Spain secures spot in final against Italy, outclasses Germany in semifinals

Bologna, Nov. 23 -- Spain secured the spot in the final of the Davis Cup against Italy, the hosts and defending champions, after a 2-1 semifinal win over Germany. On Saturday, Spain, the six-time Dav... Read More