Parents are concerned about their children’s dependence on screens, noting difficulty in maintaining eye contact and meaningful conversations. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In today’s digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of life, transforming family communication, especially among adolescents. With India’s adolescent population reaching 253 million, understanding how digital media influences their relationships … Read more
Hands that were put to useful skills once are now mostly engaged in browsing the phone. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto I am a senior citizen, aged 65 and retired. I am in a WhatsApp group, essentially meant to stay connected with old friends. All my friends are of my age, and many older to … Read more
A simple greeting can lead to a joyful conversation. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Even in the rush of routines, it’s the unplanned moments that bring us joy. You’re on a train journey, and the person sitting opposite you asks, “Excuse me, which station are you getting off at?” That simple question sparks a conversation. … Read more
I belong to a generation born in the early sixties, a time of great social and cultural change. Those of us born in the fifties and sixties find ourselves at a crossroads, perplexed by the rapid pace of transformation in the world around us. We are a unique breed, having spent our formative as well … Read more
With increasing data usage, the Internet market has grown from around 250 million to 974 million subscribers, says Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DONER) Jyotiraditya Scindia. Stressing on the role of innovation and investment, Mr. Scindia discusses the potential of India’s telecom industry and the way ahead for improving connectivity. Edited … Read more
As India reflects on the outcome of the brief military conflict with Pakistan in early May, it may be worthwhile to ponder over the current reality that even as India’s cultural diversity and sweep of history may be unparalleled in a civilisational context, it remains prone to attacks from countries in its vicinity and beyond. … Read more
According to data released by the Ministry of Statistics, the unemployment rate in India tends to increase with higher education levels. This paradox reveals a critical gap between academic achievement and employability — a gap that requires urgent attention. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto As the admission season for colleges and universities begins, institutions across … Read more
India’s factory output performance measured monthly by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and released by the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI) slowed to an eight-month low of 2.7% in April, at the start of fiscal 2026. It also marked a steep decline, almost halving from last April’s 5.2% growth. This correlates with … Read more
Jammu and Kashmir bore the brunt of Pakistan’s response to Operation Sindoor, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah rightly focused on both security and development during his visit to Poonch, where residential areas were hit by shelling from across the border. A comprehensive relief package is planned alongside the construction of more underground shelters for … Read more
